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10 Days in Barcelona: A Journey of Culture and Adventure

Klaudia Laciak

Klaudia Laciak

17 Jan 2024

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Barcelona, where ancient marvels meet vibrant culture. Explore bustling markets, iconic landmarks, and hidden gems. Immerse yourself in the rich history and indulge in delicious cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Day 1Market Delights and Gothic Wonders
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$50

Mercat de Sant Antoni
Vibrant market for fresh fish, produce & vegetables set in a sprawling 1882 steel-frame building.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$13
11 - 16 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.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
$12
8 - 11 min

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Cathedral of Barcelona
Imposing Gothic cathedral with geese-filled cloisters, offering guided tours & city-wide views.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$25
Day 2Unleashing Your Inner Scientist
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$38

Museu de la Ciència CosmoCaixa
Imposing modernist building housing science museum with planetarium & living Amazonian rainforest.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$38
Day 3Thrills and Panoramic Views
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$63

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
$63
Day 4Gaudí's Masterpieces and Architectural Marvels
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$72

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$ 6

Park Güell
Mosaic-covered buildings, steps & sculptures in verdant park with Gaudi museum & panoramic views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$22
14 - 17 min

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La Pedrera-Casa Milà
Gaudi's Catalan art nouveau period building with quarrylike facade, hosting exhibitions & concerts.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$50
Day 5Central Square Charm and Musical Delights
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$44

Plaça de Catalunya
Central, tree-lined, sculpture-filled square lined with shops & cafes, used for special events.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Palau de la Música Catalana
Art nouveau concert hall known for its ornate facade & opulent auditorium with a stained-glass dome.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$44
Day 6Art Nouveau Gems and Gothic Splendor
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$82

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$ 6

Casa Batlló
Fantastical, curving dragon-roofed apartment block, now a museum, created by architect Antoni Gaudi.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$62
16 - 20 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.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
$20
Day 7Spanish Village Exploration and Football Fever
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$90

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$ 6

Poble Espanyol
Open-air museum, built in 1929, with 117 buildings showcasing Spain's typical regional architecture.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$30
20 - 24 min

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Spotify Camp Nou
Home ground for famous Barcelona football club, with regular matches plus stadium tours and museum.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$60
Day 8Castle Adventures and Magical Fountain
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$20

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$ 6

Montjuïc Castle
17th-century hilltop fortress & former prison, housing a military museum with impressive city views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$20
11 - 14 min

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Magic Fountain of Montjuïc
Huge circular fountain renowned for its scheduled shows of water & light choreographed to music.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
Day 9Monuments, Marine Life, and Triumphal Arches
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$87

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$ 6

Columbus Monument
Ornate 1888 Corinthian column topped with a statue of Christopher Columbus pointing toward America.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$12
11 - 16 min

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Aquàrium Barcelona
Tanks themed by marine habitat, including a Mediterranean ecosystem, plus scuba diving with sharks.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
$62
21 - 26 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.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
$13
Day 10Relaxation in the Park and the Iconic Sagrada Familia
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$56

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$ 6

Ciutadella Park
Park created in late 1800s, with zoo, boating lake, ornate museums and lush walking trails.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
15 - 18 min

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La Sagrada Familia
Antoni Gaudí's renowned unfinished church, started in the 1880s, with museum and city views.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$56

Budget breakdown: $632 In total

Activities & Food:$600
Transport:$32