10 Days in Barcelona: Unveiling the Artistic Treasures

Oshan Saxena

22 Dec 2023

Embark on a cultural journey through Barcelona's vibrant art scene and architectural wonders. Immerse yourself in the masterpieces of Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya and marvel at the modernist Mies van der Rohe Pavilion. Unearth the city's history at the Catalan Museum of Archaeology and soak in panoramic views from Montjuïc Castle. Discover the avant-garde works at Joan Miró Foundation and Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art. Experience the grandeur of Palau de la Música Catalana and the awe-inspiring Cathedral of Barcelona. Delve into architectural gems like Casa Lleó Morera and Casa Montserrat. Witness the extraordinary La Pedrera-Casa Milà and the iconic La Sagrada Familia. Wander through the whimsical Park Güell and admire the artistic brilliance of Casa Batlló. Explore the enchanting Casa Amatller and delve into contemporary art at Fundació Antoni Tàpies. Uncover the rich history at the Museum of the History of Catalonia and marvel at the Gothic beauty of Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar. Conclude your journey with a visit to the European Museum of Modern Art, Picasso Museum, and Museu de la Música de Barcelona, immersing yourself in the city's artistic soul.

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Day 1Artistic Marvels: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya & Mies van der Rohe Pavilion

$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 2Archaeological Wonders: Catalan Museum of Archaeology & Montjuïc Castle

$45

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

29 - 44 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 3Avant-Garde Delights: Joan Miró Foundation & Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art

$50

$ 6

Showcase of Joan Miro's modern, colorful artworks in hilltop museum with courtyards and terraces.

8:00 AM - 9:30 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.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$30

Day 4Musical Grandeur: Palau de la Música Catalana & Cathedral of Barcelona

$69

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$44

7 - 10 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

Day 5Historical Gems: Old Hospital de la Santa Creu, Barcelona, Casa Lleó Morera & Casa Montserrat

$65

$ 11

Old Hospital de la Santa Creu, Barcelona

A former hospital, this notable medieval complex houses the national library & academic institutes.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$20

12 - 15 min

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10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

8 - 10 min

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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$20

Day 6Architectural Marvels: La Pedrera-Casa Milà & La Sagrada Familia

$106

$ 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

7 - 9 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$56

Day 7Whimsical Escapade: Park Güell & Casa Batlló

$84

$ 6

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$22

14 - 17 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$62

Day 8Art Nouveau Extravaganza: Casa Amatller & Fundació Antoni Tàpies

$48

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$24

4 - 5 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$24

Day 9Cultural Heritage: Museum of the History of Catalonia & Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar

$44

Museum in 19th-century, waterside warehouse tracing Catalan history from its origins to the present.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$24

8 - 11 min

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14th-century, Gothic-style church with soaring columns & 3 naves, plus grand stained glass windows.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$20

Day 10Artistic Finale: European Museum of Modern Art, Picasso Museum & Museu de la Música de Barcelona

$86

$ 6

Museum in 18th-century palace, showcasing 20th- to 21st-century figurative paintings & sculpture.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$30

1 - 2 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$36

16 - 20 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$20

Budget breakdown: $687 In total

Activities & Food:$655

Transport:$32