10 Days in Barcelona: A Journey through Art and History

Sinoé Adalid Tovar Ortiz

15 Dec 2023

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Barcelona as you explore world-renowned museums, stunning architecture, and iconic landmarks. From the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya to the awe-inspiring Sagrada Familia, this itinerary promises an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Catalonia.

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Day 1Masterpieces at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya and Mies van der Rohe Pavilion

$145

Palatial, hilltop museum for 11th- to 20th-century Catalan art plus important Romanesque collection.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$85

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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$60

Day 2Unveiling the Ancient Past at Catalan Museum of Archaeology and Joan Miró Foundation

$113

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$63

8 - 12 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

Day 3Majestic Views from Montjuïc Castle and the Historic Old Hospital de la Santa Creu

$100

$ 14

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$50

19 - 23 min

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Old Hospital de la Santa Creu, Barcelona

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

Day 4Contemporary Art at Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art and Casa Amatller

$135

White, light-filled building housing art from the 1940s to the present & a large Catalan collection.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$75

16 - 23 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$60

Day 5Gothic Grandeur at Cathedral of Barcelona and Palau de la Música Catalana

$173

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$63

11 - 16 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$110

Day 6Architectural Wonders of Casa Batlló and Fundació Antoni Tàpies

$215

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$155

3 - 4 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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$60

Day 7Spiritual Splendor at Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar and Museum of the History of Catalonia

$110

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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$50

7 - 10 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$60

Day 8Exploring Modern Art at European Museum of Modern Art and Picasso Museum

$165

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$75

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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$90

Day 9Musical Delights at Museu de la Música de Barcelona and La Pedrera-Casa Milà

$175

$ 14

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$50

12 - 15 min

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Gaudi's Catalan art nouveau period building with quarrylike facade, hosting exhibitions & concerts.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$125

Day 10Iconic Landmarks - La Sagrada Familia and Park Güell

$195

$ 14

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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$140

18 - 22 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$55

Budget breakdown: $1565 In total

Activities & Food:$1525

Transport:$40