Ahhhh! Barcelona, you have truly captured my heart!
This city has so much to offer, three days was NOT enough. Lively beaches, scenic hikes, artistic culture, a free and liberal community, friendly and kind people, warm and breezy weather, rich culture — this city is perfect! I already can’t wait to go back!
What To Do
Park Guël | Sagrada Familia Basilica (including Nativity Tower view) | La Pedrera/Casa Mila | Gothic Quarter | Arc de Triumpth | La Barceloneta | La Rambla
Where To Eat
Al Sur Cafe | La Catalana | Lulu Barcelona
How To Get Around
Walk: Download offline maps with CityMaps2Go.
Bus/Metro: If you plan on taking 10 or more bus/metro trips, get a T-10 card for $9.95. You can obtain them from any bus and metro vending machine. Otherwise, each ride is about $2.15.
Taxi: Uber is not permitted in Barcelona, but MyTaxi is. Download the app and register. It works just like Uber and it’s easy to navigate.
Tips
>> Buy all attraction tickets online. It will save you A LOT of time. Barcelona is a popular destination year round and you will most likely come across long lines.
>> Wake up early and be the first to arrive to any attraction. You’ll get better pictures and less crowds. Trust me, it’s worth it.
>> Do some light research on Antoni Gaudi. He’s the genius behind Barcelona’s most popular attractions. Your trip will be more enjoyable if you don’t feel completely lost.
>> Keep your belongings close and don’t carry anything on your back. I heard plenty of times that pickpocketing is common in Barcelona. Personally, I didn’t find it to be a problem, but since I heard one too many times, I think it’s best to warn you.
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