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10 Days in Barcelona: A Journey through Catalan Culture

Mohamed Kajoua

Mohamed Kajoua

18 Dec 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Barcelona in 10 days, immersing yourself in the rich Catalan culture. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary will take you on an unforgettable adventure.

Day 1Gaudí's Masterpieces and Local Delights
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$43

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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
$11
13 - 16 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
$25
12 - 15 min

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Mercat de Sant Antoni
Vibrant market for fresh fish, produce & vegetables set in a sprawling 1882 steel-frame building.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
$6
Day 2Nature's Serenity and Architectural Wonders
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$31

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$ 3

Parc Natural de la Serra de Collserola
8,000 hectare natural area for cycling, birdwatching & historic sites, plus themed & guided walks.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
33 - 40 min

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Casa Batlló
Fantastical, curving dragon-roofed apartment block, now a museum, created by architect Antoni Gaudi.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
$31
Day 3Science Marvels and Bustling Plazas
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$19

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$ 3

Museu de la Ciència CosmoCaixa
Imposing modernist building housing science museum with planetarium & living Amazonian rainforest.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$19
18 - 22 min

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Plaça de Catalunya
Central, tree-lined, sculpture-filled square lined with shops & cafes, used for special events.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
Day 4Thrills at Tibidabo and the Magic Fountain
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$32

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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
38 - 46 min

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Magic Fountain of Montjuïc
Huge circular fountain renowned for its scheduled shows of water & light choreographed to music.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
Day 5Culinary Delights and Gothic Grandeur
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$41

Mercado de La Boqueria
Famous indoor public market with meat, produce, cheese & an array of other food in a bustling space.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$6
8 - 11 min

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Cathedral of Barcelona
Imposing Gothic cathedral with geese-filled cloisters, offering guided tours & city-wide views.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
$13
11 - 16 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.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$22
Day 6A Journey through Spanish Village and Art
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$38

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$ 3

Poble Espanyol
Open-air museum, built in 1929, with 117 buildings showcasing Spain's typical regional architecture.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$15
8 - 11 min

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Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya
Palatial, hilltop museum for 11th- to 20th-century Catalan art plus important Romanesque collection.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$17
14 - 17 min

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Columbus Monument
Ornate 1888 Corinthian column topped with a statue of Christopher Columbus pointing toward America.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
$6
Day 7Sports Spectacles and Monumental Triumph
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$55

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$ 6

Spotify Camp Nou
Home ground for famous Barcelona football club, with regular matches plus stadium tours and museum.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$30
21 - 26 min

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Palau Sant Jordi
This massive indoor arena used in the 1992 Summer Olympics hosts sporting events & concerts.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$19
20 - 24 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.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
$6
Day 8Majestic Castle and Aquatic Wonders
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$41

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$ 3

Montjuïc Castle
17th-century hilltop fortress & former prison, housing a military museum with impressive city views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$10
18 - 22 min

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Aquàrium Barcelona
Tanks themed by marine habitat, including a Mediterranean ecosystem, plus scuba diving with sharks.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$31
Day 9Wildlife Encounters and Spiritual Splendor
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$53

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$ 3

Barcelona Zoo
Park setting for zoo with exotic animals in natural habitats, plus sea lion feedings.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$25
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.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$28
Day 10Picasso's Legacy and Tranquil Parks
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$28

Picasso Museum
Medieval mansions housing extensive collection of influential Spanish cubist's works & masterpieces.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$18
3 - 4 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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$10
8 - 12 min

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Ciutadella Park
Park created in late 1800s, with zoo, boating lake, ornate museums and lush walking trails.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Free

Budget breakdown: $406 In total

Activities & Food:$379
Transport:$27