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4 Days in Barcelona: A Vibrant Catalan Adventure

Ariana Calzadilla

Ariana Calzadilla

8 Oct 2023

Experience the best of Barcelona in 4 days with this exciting itinerary. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere of Catalonia's capital.

Trip to Barcelona

Day 1
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$614

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$ 32

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
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$188
25 - 30 min

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Tragaluz
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$138
4 - 6 min

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La Pedrera-Casa Milà
Gaudi's Catalan art nouveau period building with quarrylike facade, hosting exhibitions & concerts.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$150
6 - 8 min

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Plaça de Catalunya
Central, tree-lined, sculpture-filled square lined with shops & cafes, used for special events.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Hard Rock Cafe
Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona blends the local ambience of Catalunya with our inspired, creative cuisine and celebrated music memorabilia. Located on the famous Las Ramblas promenade and next to the historic Catalunya Square, our restaurant brings world-famous service to the heart of historic Barcelon...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$138
Day 2
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$452

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$ 32

Park Güell
Mosaic-covered buildings, steps & sculptures in verdant park with Gaudi museum & panoramic views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$75
16 - 20 min

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Mercado de La Boqueria
Famous indoor public market with meat, produce, cheese & an array of other food in a bustling space.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$38
8 - 11 min

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Cathedral of Barcelona
Imposing Gothic cathedral with geese-filled cloisters, offering guided tours & city-wide views.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$75
8 - 10 min

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NAP Mar
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$138
4 - 6 min

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Barceloneta Beach
Popular swimming & lounging haunt with many services, including a lifeguard, rental chairs & Wi-Fi.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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La Cova Fumada
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$126
Day 3
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$362

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$ 32

Magic Fountain of Montjuïc
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
10 - 12 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
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$60
6 - 8 min

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Palo Cortao
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$126
24 - 35 min

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Montjuïc
Historic site on a hill with a cablecar, harbor views & a park with a castle & museums.
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$38
12 - 18 min

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Xemei
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$138
Day 4
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$902

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$ 48

Aquàrium Barcelona
Tanks themed by marine habitat, including a Mediterranean ecosystem, plus scuba diving with sharks.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$188
19 - 23 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$38
9 - 11 min

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La Sagrada Familia
Antoni Gaudí's renowned unfinished church, started in the 1880s, with museum and city views.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$225
5 - 6 min

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Vinitus Petit
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$138
2 - 3 min

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Casa Batlló
Fantastical, curving dragon-roofed apartment block, now a museum, created by architect Antoni Gaudi.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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$188
4 - 5 min

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Reserva Ibérica
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$126

Budget breakdown: $2471 In total

Activities & Food:$2328
Transport:$143