Barcelona & Girona: A Journey Through Catalan Marvels

Go CityTrips

11 Jan 2024

Embark on a 13-day adventure through the vibrant cities of Barcelona and Girona. Discover architectural wonders, ancient ruins, and breathtaking viewpoints. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Catalonia, as you explore iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with awe-inspiring sights and mouthwatering cuisine.

Trip to Barcelona

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling the Heart of Barcelona

Landmark city square & gathering point, home to the town hall & the Palau de la Generalitat.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

Day 2A Glimpse into Barcelona's Medical Past

$20

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

Day 3From Historic Battlements to Triumphal Arches

$13

$ 6

MUHBA Turó de la Rovira (Battery Viewpoint)

Panoramic views of Barcelona from Spanish Civil War bunkers where anti-aircraft guns were installed.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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Classical archway built as the main entrance to the Universal Exhibition hosted by the city in 1888.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

Day 4Casa Batlló: Gaudí's Architectural Masterpiece

$62

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$62

Day 5The Majestic Cathedral of Barcelona

$25

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

Day 6A Serene Oasis: Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar

$20

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$20

Day 7Discovering the Enchanting Güell Pavilions

$25

Ruins of a grand complex built in the late 1880s for Count Güell, with an elaborate gate & gardens.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$25

Day 8La Sagrada Familia: A Divine Creation

$56

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

Day 9Journey to the Hidden Gem of Cripta de la Colònia Güell

$20

Famed architect's grotto-like crypt, created as part of a colony for mill workers in the forest.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$20

Day 10Conquering Montjuïc Castle: A Fortress with a View

$20

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

Budget breakdown: $415 In total

Activities & Food:$403

Transport:$12

Trip to Girona

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling the Heart of Barcelona

$40

Medieval church & monastery now home to an archeological museum showcasing historic relics.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$10

5 - 8 min

Directions

Roman Catholic church in Romanesque & Gothic styles, with a record breaking 22m-wide Gothic nave.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$15

3 - 4 min

Directions

Self-guided tours are offered at these preserved public baths built in the Romanesque style in 1194.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$10

4 - 5 min

Directions

Large church with a mix of romanesque, gothic & baroque architecture & several sarcophagi.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Day 2A Glimpse into Barcelona's Medical Past

$35

$ 4

Historical palace-turned-museum with a collection ranging from Romanesque art to current-day pieces.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$15

74 - 89 min

Directions

Imposing, medieval, Romanesque monastery & church ruins set on a mountain top.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$20

Day 3From Historic Battlements to Triumphal Arches

$68

$ 4

Venerable 9th-century city walls with walkways, towers & scenic vantage points of the area.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

6 - 9 min

Directions

Museum with Jewish history exhibits ranging from the religion's origin to culture, plus a gift shop.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$20

6 - 9 min

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Museu del Cinema-Col·lecció Tomàs Mallol

Cinema history artifacts from 1800s to 1970, with movie cameras, photos & Chinese shadow theater.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$15

90 - 108 min

Directions

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$20

Budget breakdown: $415 In total

Activities & Food:$403

Transport:$12