Things to see in Barcelona
What to see in Barcelona: 36 essential things to do in the city
Modernist buildings, parks, squares and museums are waiting for you to make your visit to Barcelona unforgettable. Here is a list of must-see places that you should not miss.
Park Güell, the garden shaped by Gaudí’s imagination
The park, completely designed by the artist, is a flagship of Catalan Modernism, in which nature and architecture meld together into a dreamlike world.
The Sagrada Familia, an architectural and spiritual tour de force
137 years after the first stone was laid, the project to which Gaudí dedicated half his lifetime is close to completion.
La Rambla, Barcelona’s most emblematic boulevard
La Rambla is Barcelona’s best loved boulevard and a good place to get the feel of what daily life is like in the capital of Catalonia.
Camp Nou, Barça’s temple
With a seating capacity of 99,354, Camp Nou is the largest stadium in Europe and the best place to watch harmonious football played by a team that is as synchronised as an orchestra.
The basilica of Santa Maria del Mar, a place of worship built by and for the people
Over a decade ago, the famous novel Cathedral of the Sea by Ildefonso Falcones triggered visits to this exquisitely beautiful Gothic church sited just a few metres from the Mediterranean.
Port Vell: a must-do walk through Barcelona’s port with sea breeze included
The Old Port of Barcelona offers a myriad of leisure and entertainment options, from the Maremàgnum shopping centre and the Aquarium, to boat excursions on golondrinas.
Casa Milà, a fantasy in stone and wrought iron
Antoni Gaudí poured all of his creative resources into this unusual building, accomplishing a perfect balance between functionality and aesthetics
Casa Batlló, a modernist jewel created by Gaudí’s fantasies
Number 43 on Passeig de Gràcia is home to one of the most emblematic buildings in Barcelona, the undisputed capital of Catalan modernism.
Poble Espanyol, Spain in miniature
Capturing the essence of a country wasn’t an easy task, but with the Poble Espanyol, they managed it. Since 1929, they’ve been inviting visitors to take a tour of the entire country, without even leaving Barcelona.