4 Days in Barcelona: Art, Beaches & Tapas

Day 1

The Heart of Barcelona

Start your journey by diving into the heart of Barcelona, where history meets modernity in a lively dance.

Granja M. Viader

Food & Drink

Cafe/deli serving traditional desserts, pastries & sandwiches, plus coffee & ice cream, since 1870.

La Rambla

Art & Culture

Gothic Quarter

Outdoors

Next have lunch at Els Quatre Gats, a historic cafe frequented by Picasso, just a 5-minute walk away. Then wander through Passeig de Gràcia featuring luxury shops and iconic modernist buildings like Casa Batlló and Casa Milà.

Els 4Gats

Food & Drink

Art nouveau-style cafe opened in 1896, hub for the Modernisme movement, now serving Catalan cuisine.

Passeig de Gràcia

Art & Culture

Wide, city avenue lined with buildings featuring Modernista architecture, plus upscale stores.

La Sagrada Familia

Religious

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

Fast Track Sagrada Familia Guided Tour

(4992)

Visit the most important landmark in the city of Barcelona. Admire Gaudi’s mastery and make sure not to miss out on the rich symbolism of his works. Learn about the history and significance of Sagrada Familia by the hand of your local guide. Discover how nature influenced and inspired Gaudí on his planning. Find out why Sagrada Familia is a must-see landmark in Barcelona!

$56.02 per person

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Wrap up your day with dinner at El Nacional, a 20-minute walk or a short metro ride (L2) away. This dining spot boasts four restaurants and four specialized bars.

El Nacional Barcelona

Food & Drink

Grilled meats, Spanish seafood & tapas in dedicated spaces in a vast, high-ceilinged space.

Day 2

From Picasso to the Park

Your second day is all about art and nature, with a taste of Picasso's genius and the allure of a park that's a work of art itself.

Coffee Casa

Food & Drink

Picasso Museum

Art & Culture

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

Barcelona: Skip-the-line Guided Tour of Picasso Museum

(126)

Picasso is one of the few artists who deserve museums only dedicated to him. His Museum in Barcelona exhibits some of his early work and youth paintings. An expert art guide will help you to discover the life's work of the painter and sculptor sorted chronologically. The different phases are explained, and you can easily understand the stylistic changes. An in-depth guided tour in a group and only in English or other selected languages. We are using the resources of the Museum to feel comfortable listening to the guide at all times. This activity includes tickets to enter the Museum, thus, you can enter without queues with your guide.

$38.45 per person

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Ciutadella Park

Outdoors

Park created in late 1800s, with zoo, boating lake, ornate museums and lush walking trails.

Head to Arcano for lunch, offering Mediterranean cuisine in a charming, rustic setting.

Arcano Restaurant

Food & Drink

Artful Mediterranean meat & fish dishes, in a stone-walled 17th-century space.

El Born Centre de Cultura i Memòria

Art & Culture

Event & cultural space in a restored former market, with excavated city ruins from 1700s on display.

El Raval

Outdoors

End your day at Bar Canete, a lively tapas bar, just a 10-minute walk away.

Cañete

Food & Drink

Classic dishes like seafood paella, duck cannelloni & clams in a polished setting, plus local wine.

Day 3

Gaudi's Marvels & Beach Time

Day 3 is a feast for the eyes, featuring more of Gaudi's masterpieces and the blue vistas of Barcelona's beaches.

Starbucks

Food & Drink

Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for its signature roasts, light bites and WiFi availability.

Casa Batlló

Art & Culture

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

Casa Batlló Admission Ticket with Intelligent Audio Guide

(1835)

Step inside Antoni Gaudi’s Casa Batlló in Barcelona with this entrance ticket and explore this incredible museum with an audio uide. One of the best examples of Gaudi’s architectural genius, the Modernist building was created to be the most eye-catching family home in 20th-century Barcelona. Admire Gaudi’s use of light, space and color to create a place full of unique character, and learn about the man himself and his life in Barcelona!

$38.45 per person

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Park Güell

Outdoors

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

Head to Botafumeiro for lunch, a 20-minute walk away, renowned for its excellent seafood.

Botafumeiro

Food & Drink

Generous seafood platters in a refined, wood-paneled space with private dining rooms.

Next we head to Barceloneta Beach, Barcelona's most famous beach, perfect for a relaxing afternoon.

Barceloneta Beach

Outdoors

Popular swimming & lounging haunt with many services, including a lifeguard, rental chairs & Wi-Fi.

Rambla De Mar

Art & Culture

Designed in 1994 by Albert Viaplana & Helio Piñón, this modern walkway stretches over the sea.

Conclude your day at 7 Portes, a 10-minute walk away, a historic restaurant known for its traditional Catalan cuisine.

7 Portes

Food & Drink

Old-world space with checkered floors & wood beams, offering seafood dishes & classic paella.

Day 4

Montjuïc & Farewell Tapas

Your final day takes you to Montjuïc, a hill offering stunning views of the city and the sea, before a farewell feast of tapas.

Morrow Coffee

Food & Drink

Hip, intimate locale brewing coffee with in-house roasted beans, plus sweets & a variety of toasts.

Magic Fountain of Montjuïc

Outdoors

Huge circular fountain renowned for its scheduled shows of water & light choreographed to music.

Montjuïc Castle

Art & Culture

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

Barcelona Old Town & Sky Views: Montjuic Castle visit & Cable Car in Small Group

(67)

Observe Barcelona from different points of view: start in the famous Ramblas with a walking tour in the Old Town and the Raval area, continue with great views from the Montjuic Cable Car to end with an exclusive visit to the Montjuic Castle, a private tour only for our small group. Get to know the secrets of the Spanish Civil War and end with the best views from the Castle’s Tower: a 360º views over Barcelona where on clear days you can see even the Pyrenees. - Pass by the Boqueria Market and discover the off-the-beaten-path neighbourhood of Barcelona Old Town - Enjoy the breathtaking rides of the Montjuic Cable Car - Exclusive visit of the Montjuic Castle and its dungeons - 360º views over Barcelona, from the seaside to the Pyrenees - Small group to ensure a personalised experience

$60.3 per person

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Head to Martínez, a 10-minute taxi ride away, for lunch with a view, famous for its paella.

Terrassa Martínez

Food & Drink

Paella, wine & tapas with market ingredients, served on an enclosed terrace with views of the city.

Joan Miró Foundation

Art & Culture

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

Poble Espanyol

Art & Culture

Open-air museum, built in 1929, with 117 buildings showcasing Spain's typical regional architecture.

Finish your Barcelona experience with a Flamenco experience and a dinner at Tabalao Cordobes

Skip the Line Ticket: Flamenco Night at Tablao Cordobes, Barcelona

(1153)

Feel the passion of the flamenco at Barcelona's legendary Tablao Cordobes, where some of the greatest names in flamenco have performed. Entertained by an internationally renowned flamenco group, you'll discover why the traditional dance of Spain is so popular. You'll also have the option of dining on a traditional buffet meal or simply ordering a drink to enjoy while watching the show.

$50.53 per person

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4 Days in Barcelona: Art, Beaches & Tapas

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 1

The Heart of Barcelona

Day 2

From Picasso to the Park

Day 3

Gaudi's Marvels & Beach Time

Day 4

Montjuïc & Farewell Tapas

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