8 Days in Barcelona: A Journey through Art, History, and Culture

Hadeer Attia

8 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the vibrant streets of Barcelona. Immerse yourself in the rich Catalan culture, marvel at architectural wonders, and explore world-class museums. From the iconic Sagrada Familia to the enchanting Park Güell, this itinerary will take you on a whirlwind tour of Barcelona's most captivating attractions.

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Day 1Unveiling Barcelona's Artistic Treasures

$107

$ 6

Medieval sculpture collection of Frederic Marès & other displays in palace with tranquil courtyard.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$20

4 - 5 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

8 - 10 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$62

Day 2Discovering the Essence of Catalonia

$94

Open-air museum, built in 1929, with 117 buildings showcasing Spain's typical regional architecture.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$30

8 - 11 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$34

12 - 17 min

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Telefèric de Montjuïc (Barcelona Cable Car)

Cable car from Parc de Montjuïc to Castell de Montjuïc, offering panoramic city views.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$30

Day 3Botanical Beauty and Majestic Castle

$33

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

20 - 29 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$20

Day 4A Magical Evening of Music and Aquatic Wonders

$106

$ 11

Huge circular fountain renowned for its scheduled shows of water & light choreographed to music.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$44

15 - 18 min

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$62

Day 5Gaudi's Masterpieces and Wildlife Delights

$100

$ 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

15 - 18 min

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Park setting for zoo with exotic animals in natural habitats, plus sea lion feedings.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$50

Day 6Getting Lost in a Labyrinth and Exploring Science

$63

$ 6

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

30 - 36 min

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Imposing modernist building housing science museum with planetarium & living Amazonian rainforest.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$38

Day 7The Architectural Marvels of Gaudi

$78

$ 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

18 - 22 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$22

Day 8Parks, Culture, and Picasso's Legacy

$56

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Event & cultural space in a restored former market, with excavated city ruins from 1700s on display.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$20

4 - 5 min

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

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$36

Budget breakdown: $668 In total

Activities & Food:$636

Transport:$32