Things to do in Barcelona

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Spanish Trails Day Tours and Events

^#1 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

218 reviews

Owner description: Spanish Trails was born in 2001 as one of the first small group (max. 8 pers.) day tour companies and incoming travel agencies to experience the best...... more » Owner description: Spanish Trails was born in 2001 as one of the first small group (max. 8 pers.) day tour companies and incoming travel agencies to experience the best of what Barcelona and all of Catalunya, Spain have to offer. Our year-round, regularly scheduled day tours are all-inclusive fully guided all day experiences, though guests are more than welcome to explore on their own. We cover the corners of Catalunya including the Costa Brava, Pyrenees, Girona, Montserrat and Penedes and Priorat wine regions, as well as half and full day Barcelona city tours and food & wine tours. We specialize in customized family tours, private touring and small group events. We use comfortable touring vans and staff only fun, experienced local guides with a deep love and knowledge of the regional history and culture. Average group size in 2010 was 5 clients/tour and we have now proudly served nearly 11,000 clients over the last 10 years. See you soon! The ST team.

Attraction type Resort Communities

Distance 0.1 km from city centre

"Excellent way to see Montserrat and a local winery" 5 Feb 2012
"Perfect day in the Penedes region" 4 Feb 2012
"I'm not a tour group person but they were good" 4 Feb 2012

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Palace of Catalan Music (Palau de la Musica Catalana)

^#2 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

453 reviews

One has to buy tickets ahead of time to see the Palau de la Musica (palau means palace) Catalana. One can only enter with a group that is guided. One is amazed at how beautiful... more »

Attraction type Theatres; Architectural Buildings; Concerts

Distance 0.5 km from city centre

"unique Birthday present" 9 Feb 2012
"everyone should see this place" 9 Feb 2012
"A beautifully decorated building worth a visit" 8 Feb 2012

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Church of the Sacred Family (Templo Expiatorio de la Sagrada Familia)

^#3 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

2,096 reviews

This masterpiece of modernist architecture, built by Antoni Gaudi, pushes the gothic style to the extreme, drawing hundreds of visitors a day.

Attraction type Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Churches/ Cathedrals

Distance 1.8 km from city centre

"INCREDIBLE" 10 Feb 2012
"In Awe!" 10 Feb 2012
"Looks like a giant sand castle." 9 Feb 2012

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^#4 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

759 reviews

One of 2 houses by Gaudí in Barcelona that can be toured. truly amazing and worth the visit. go in the mornings, before the site gets crowded with architecture students. your... more »

Attraction type Architectural Buildings

Distance 0.6 km from city centre

"Amazing Gaudi house, one of the top attractions..." 10 Feb 2012
"don't miss it" 9 Feb 2012
"everyone wants to live in a house like this" 9 Feb 2012

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St. Mary of the Sea Cathedral (Eglesia de Santa Maria del Mar)

^#5 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

163 reviews

Built in the fourteenth century, this cathedral is one of the most important religious centers in Barcelona.

Attraction type Religious Sites; Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings; Churches/ Cathedrals

Distance 1.1 km from city centre

"Another classic church from the middle ages" 6 Feb 2012
"Great church" 5 Feb 2012
"One of my favorite churches in Europe" 4 Feb 2012

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Cook and Taste

^#6 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

116 reviews

Owner description: Find out about the authentic local culture through its gastronomy.Our half-day workshops are highly participative. You will learn how to cook the...... more » Owner description: Find out about the authentic local culture through its gastronomy.Our half-day workshops are highly participative. You will learn how to cook the Spanish dishes that have travelled the world. You will cook them yourself with the aid of an experienced chef and the complicity of a small group.Spanish cuisine classes | Tour of La Boqueria market | Team-building activities | Corporate events

Attraction type Educational Sites

Distance 0.8 km from city centre

"Most fun we had while in Barcelona. Great meal..." 5 Feb 2012
"Great to do, if you love food and cooking" 27 Jan 2012
"My wife (the cook) thought that it was wonderful" 20 Jan 2012

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Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic)

^#7 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

510 reviews

Many of the buildings in this neighborhood date back to Roman and medieval times.

Attraction type Neighbourhoods; Historic Walking Areas

Distance 0.8 km from city centre

"So old Europe!" 9 Feb 2012
"Gothic Quarter a Must...but watch your handbags..." 8 Feb 2012
"Take time to explore." 8 Feb 2012

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CosmoCaixa

^#8 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

114 reviews

A science museum, its permanent exhibitions include "Flooded Forest," "Geological Wall," "Room of Matter" and Planetarium.

Attraction type Museums

Distance 4.3 km from city centre

"AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE!" 3 Feb 2012
"Awesome" 31 Jan 2012
"Nice way to spend your Sunday." 22 Jan 2012

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Cattedrale Santa Maria del Mar

^#9 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

32 reviews

Attraction type Religious Sites

Distance 1.1 km from city centre

"Some nice bars around" 7 Feb 2012
"another church another city" 6 Feb 2012
"Must see!" 4 Feb 2012

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Guell Park (Parc Guell)

^#10 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

1,359 reviews

Parc Guell Address: Carrer d'Olot Count Eusebi Guell was a prominent industrialist in Barcelona who was inspired to build a garden city with 60 houses on a hill called Montaña... more »

Attraction type Parks; Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings; Fountains

Distance 3.2 km from city centre

"A fascinating place!" 10 Feb 2012
"Whimsical place with spectacular views and..." 9 Feb 2012
"Unique and fun" 9 Feb 2012

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Nou Camp

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^#11 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

520 reviews

One of the biggest stadium in the world. possibly the best football team in the world at the moment. you are in for a treat there... 98,787 seats, a fantastic atmosphere. very... more »

Attraction type Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields

Distance 4.1 km from city centre

"Grand old lady" 9 Feb 2012
"Amazing" 9 Feb 2012
"Footy heaven" 8 Feb 2012

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Passeig de Gracia

^#12 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

275 reviews

Major thoroughfare in Barcelona that is lined with shops, restaurants, bars and some of Gaudí's architectural masterpieces.

Attraction type Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Neighbourhoods

Distance 0.6 km from city centre

"The ideal place to shop, eat and watch the world..." 9 Feb 2012
"The Michigan/Park Avenue of Barcelona." 8 Feb 2012
"A wet dream for architecture students and style..." 8 Feb 2012

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Palau Guell

^#13 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

124 reviews

This town house was the home of industrialist Eusebi Güell and was Antonio Gaudi's first major building in the city.

Attraction type Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites

Distance 1.1 km from city centre

"Another amazing monument to Gaudi's genius" 9 Feb 2012
"A place to visit" 4 Feb 2012
"Great Views" 1 Feb 2012

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La Pedrera - Mila House (Casa Mila)

^#14 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

485 reviews

La Pedrera (Casa Mila) Address: Paseo de Gracia, 29 Hours: November to February: 9 am to 6:30 pm. March to October: 9 am to 8 pm. Closed: Jan. 1 and 6, Dec. 25 and 26. Casa Mila... more »

Attraction type Architectural Buildings; Speciality Museums; Museums; Landmarks/ Points of Interest

Distance 1.1 km from city centre

"go to La Pedrera first, before the rest of Gaudy" 9 Feb 2012
"Loved everything about it" 9 Feb 2012
"another beautiful building from gaudi" 9 Feb 2012

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City History Museum (Museu d'Historia de la Ciutat)

^#15 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

79 reviews

The Museu d'Historia de la Ciutat at the Plaza del Rei Address: Plaza del Rei, s/n. The History Museum of the City is located beside the Cathedral and has the most amazing... more »

Attraction type History Museums

Distance 0.8 km from city centre

"Don't go on free Sundays" 9 Feb 2012
"A good option if it rains" 6 Feb 2012
"Worth a visit, especially if you like archeology" 6 Feb 2012

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El Born

^#16 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

86 reviews

Off-beat and fashionable neighborhood that features historic attractions, art galleries, funky shops, bars and tapas.

Attraction type Neighbourhoods

Distance 1.1 km from city centre

"Great shopping here!" 9 Feb 2012
"Very beautiful area... Very romantic" 1 Feb 2012
"Trendy part of town" 1 Feb 2012

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Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya - MNAC

^#17 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

156 reviews

Museu Nacional D'Art de Catalunya (MNAC) MNAC, the museum’s abbreviation, is located at the Palau Nacional at the Parc de Montjuic. This is the best museum in Catalunya and it... more »

Attraction type Art Museums; Museums

Distance 2.9 km from city centre

"fun" 9 Feb 2012
"Palace on a Hill" 9 Feb 2012
"So much to love" 9 Feb 2012

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Science Museum (Museu de la Ciencia)

^#18 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

21 reviews

Attraction type Science Museums; Observatories/ Planetariums

Distance 4.4 km from city centre

"Ideal to go with the family" 2 Feb 2012
"Wonderful museum and very cheap entrance fee." 8 Nov 2011
"You can stay here all day" 6 Nov 2011

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El Tablao de Carmen

^#19 of 227 attractions in Barcelona

122 reviews

Owner description: The Tablao de Carmen pays tribute to the great flamenco dancer, Carmen Amaya, born in 1913 in the gypsy quarter of Somorrostro which then existed in...... more » Owner description: The Tablao de Carmen pays tribute to the great flamenco dancer, Carmen Amaya, born in 1913 in the gypsy quarter of Somorrostro which then existed in what is today Barcelona's Olympic Village. Carmen Amaya made her debut in 1929 before King Alfonso XII on the site which is today the Tablao de Carmen at the inauguration of Poble Espanyol de Montjuic.

Attraction type Theatres; Historic Sites

Distance 2.5 km from city centre

"Go for the dancing" 2 Feb 2012
"Entertaining" 30 Jan 2012
"poor value" 26 Jan 2012

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