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Barcelona Adventure: 5 Days of Exploration

elie ibrahim

elie ibrahim

14 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse in rich culture, and create unforgettable memories.

Day 1
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$35

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$ 6

La Pedrera-Casa Milà
Gaudi's Catalan art nouveau period building with quarrylike facade, hosting exhibitions & concerts.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$25
6 - 8 min

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Plaça de Catalunya
Central, tree-lined, sculpture-filled square lined with shops & cafes, used for special events.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
12 - 15 min

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Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar
14th-century, Gothic-style church with soaring columns & 3 naves, plus grand stained glass windows.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$10
Day 2
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$35

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$ 6

Magic Fountain of Montjuïc
Huge circular fountain renowned for its scheduled shows of water & light choreographed to music.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Montjuïc Castle
17th-century hilltop fortress & former prison, housing a military museum with impressive city views.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
$10
9 - 11 min

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Columbus Monument
Ornate 1888 Corinthian column topped with a statue of Christopher Columbus pointing toward America.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
$6
13 - 20 min

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Cathedral of Barcelona
Imposing Gothic cathedral with geese-filled cloisters, offering guided tours & city-wide views.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$13
13 - 20 min

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Arco de Triunfo de Barcelona
Classical archway built as the main entrance to the Universal Exhibition hosted by the city in 1888.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
$6
Day 3
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$91

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$ 6

Aquàrium Barcelona
Tanks themed by marine habitat, including a Mediterranean ecosystem, plus scuba diving with sharks.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$31
25 - 30 min

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Casa Batlló
Fantastical, curving dragon-roofed apartment block, now a museum, created by architect Antoni Gaudi.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$31
8 - 10 min

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La Sagrada Familia
Antoni Gaudí's renowned unfinished church, started in the 1880s, with museum and city views.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
$28
Day 4
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$49

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$ 3

Ciutadella Park
Park created in late 1800s, with zoo, boating lake, ornate museums and lush walking trails.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Picasso Museum
Medieval mansions housing extensive collection of influential Spanish cubist's works & masterpieces.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$19
24 - 29 min

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Spotify Camp Nou
Home ground for famous Barcelona football club, with regular matches plus stadium tours and museum.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$30
Day 5
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$43

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$ 3

Parc d'atraccions Tibidabo
Amusement park, opened in 1868, with 25 rides, restaurants & picnic areas, plus views over the city.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$31
26 - 32 min

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Park Güell
Mosaic-covered buildings, steps & sculptures in verdant park with Gaudi museum & panoramic views.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
$11

Budget breakdown: $273 In total

Activities & Food:$252
Transport:$22