10 Days in Barcelona: A Journey through Art and Architecture

Yahia Mohamed

11 Jan 2024

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Barcelona, immersing yourself in the vibrant art scene and architectural wonders. From the iconic Sagrada Familia to hidden gems like Casa Vicens Gaudí, this itinerary promises an unforgettable experience. Discover the rich history at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, explore the enchanting Park Güell, and indulge in the flavors of Mercado de La Boqueria. Get ready to be captivated by the beauty of Barcelona!

Trip to Barcelona

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Masterpieces at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

$58

Palatial, hilltop museum for 11th- to 20th-century Catalan art plus important Romanesque collection.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$34

4 - 6 min

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Reconstruction of pavilion from the 1929 World's Fair, home to architectural lectures & exhibitions.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$24

Day 2Unearthing Ancient Treasures at Catalan Museum of Archaeology

$38

Art deco building housing an archaeological museum, with Greek, Roman & prehistoric artifacts.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

17 - 26 min

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Landscaped international flora, chosen to thrive in Mediterranean conditions, plus sea & city views.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

Day 3Conquering Montjuïc Castle and Contemporary Art

$50

$ 6

17th-century hilltop fortress & former prison, housing a military museum with impressive city views.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

13 - 16 min

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White, light-filled building housing art from the 1940s to the present & a large Catalan collection.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$30

Day 4A Day of Wonders at Parc del Laberint d'Horta and Casa Vicens Gaudí

$73

$ 11

Neoclassical park with a cypress tree maze, a terraced pavilion, water features and a picnic area.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

20 - 24 min

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Grand 4-floor house, designed by Antoni Gaudi, with Moorish influences & a protruding corner tower.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$36

14 - 17 min

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Famous indoor public market with meat, produce, cheese & an array of other food in a bustling space.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$12

Day 5Gaudi's Architectural Marvels: La Pedrera-Casa Milà and Park Güell

$72

$ 6

Gaudi's Catalan art nouveau period building with quarrylike facade, hosting exhibitions & concerts.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$50

12 - 15 min

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Mosaic-covered buildings, steps & sculptures in verdant park with Gaudi museum & panoramic views.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$22

Day 6Exploring the Heart of Barcelona: Plaça de Catalunya and Palau de la Música Catalana

$44

Central, tree-lined, sculpture-filled square lined with shops & cafes, used for special events.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Art nouveau concert hall known for its ornate facade & opulent auditorium with a stained-glass dome.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$44

Day 7Unveiling the Secrets of Casa Amatller and Casa Batlló

$86

Colorful modernista house fusing Catalan & Flemish styles, decorated with quirky animal sculptures.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$24

1 - 2 min

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Fantastical, curving dragon-roofed apartment block, now a museum, created by architect Antoni Gaudi.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$62

Day 8Artistic Journey at Fundació Antoni Tàpies and Cathedral of Barcelona

$69

$ 11

Contemporary museum in a modernist building offering works by painter Antoni Tàpies & other artists.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$24

13 - 16 min

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Imposing Gothic cathedral with geese-filled cloisters, offering guided tours & city-wide views.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

13 - 16 min

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Museum of music with displays of 500 musical instruments from ancient civilizations to present.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$20

Day 9Underwater Adventure at Aquàrium Barcelona and Tranquility at Ciutadella Park

$62

$ 6

Tanks themed by marine habitat, including a Mediterranean ecosystem, plus scuba diving with sharks.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$62

20 - 24 min

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Park created in late 1800s, with zoo, boating lake, ornate museums and lush walking trails.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 10The Majestic La Sagrada Familia and Picasso Museum

$92

$ 6

Antoni Gaudí's renowned unfinished church, started in the 1880s, with museum and city views.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$56

15 - 18 min

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Medieval mansions housing extensive collection of influential Spanish cubist's works & masterpieces.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$36

Budget breakdown: $686 In total

Activities & Food:$644

Transport:$43