Barcelona

Overview

Discover some of world’s most captivating architecture, museums, food, and nightlife. Head south a few steps and you’re at the seaside.

It has everything. Under the sun.

5 things you’ll want to see

1

La Sagrada Familia

2.8 million people a year flock to the unfinished jewel in Barcelona’s crown: Be sure you’re one of them.

Highlight: Walking up the spiral staircases

2

Museu Picasso

What’s outside the Museu Picasso is as impressive as what’s inside. Over 3500 of Picasso’s works are housed within five medieval stone mansions. Worth waiting in line for.

Highlight: Multilingual audio tour of 51 noteworthy works

3

Parc de la Ciutadella

If you’re traveling with kids you’ll find luscious green spaces, row boats, a majestic waterfall, and the zoo, all in this 70 acre oasis called Parc de la Ciutadella. It’s also home to the parliament buildings, two museums and the Arc De Triomphe.

Highlight: You can see it all by bike

4

Casa Battlo

Gaze upon one of Barcelona’s most iconic landmarks and Gaudi’s masterpiece at Casa Battlo.

Highlight: Seeing the balconies of so many postcards, in person.

5

The Mediterranean Sea

A shimmering beauty that cradles the city. Head to the seaside or get on the water to see the city in all its glory.

Highlight: Swimming in the warm water

A WestJetter’s day in Barcelona

WestJetter Jasneil (Neil) recommends booking ahead for a ticket to walk through the Unesco-listed Park Güell. Enjoy lunch at La Polpa, and if you’re there on a Sunday, a free stroll through the Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya. Spend the late afternoon sunbathing and swimming in the Mediterranean Sea.

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Destination Basics

La Catedral

Prepare to be awed at this central place of worship. Believers and non-believers alike will experience the triumph and art of the human hand that can’t help but touch your soul.

Park Güell

Gaudí’s garden is captivating. And popular. Every half hour, a new group is admitted and booking online ahead of time is highly recommended.

Casa Battlo

Gaudi’s architectural masterpiece is a visual delight. Visit the museum or take it in from the street.

Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya

Look down to the city below from the terrace at this spectacular museum. See artistic works that span from the early Middle Ages to the early 20th century.

Museu d'Història de Barcelona

As well as the magnificent building itself, history surrounds as you walk through ruins of the old streets, sewers, and what were once laundries and wine- and fish-making factories.

Fundació Joan Miró

Miró’s vision was to create a place that would encourage younger artists to experiment with contemporary art. Here too, you can see his work and dedication to craft.

Museu Picasso Please

Take a guided tour or browse through the five medieval stone mansions to see 3500 of his works.

Barcelona takes full advantage of the warm weather in the evenings and well into the night. It’s a haven for food lovers. The city comes alive with sounds of music spilling onto the streets. No matter your taste you can find a restaurant, little bar, lounge, tavern or night club to suit.

Tapas

Paco Meralgo
A breezy tapas bar with all the classics: cuttlefish fritters, grilled fish, Iberian sausage, and lots of wine.

Seafood

a Paradeta
Visit this suite of unique canteen-style restaurants that let you choose the raw seafood you want, the way you want it cooked, and sit down to enjoy. Seafood simplicity in the Barcelona neighbours you choose.

Wine

Quimet & Quimet
Squish into this vibrant and always-fun wine bar where everything comes out of a can or a jar, conservas-style.

Chocolate

Museu de la Xocolata
Bring the kids to this private museum for chocolate tours, activities and of course, the enjoyment of chocolate.

The Metro is clean, punctual, and air-conditioned - a welcome relief in the summer months - and stops at most of the major sights and attractions.

You can also travel by bus, taxi, or rent a car. Barcelona is also a lovely city to see by bicycle.

Find out more about getting around.

Barcelona

Overview

Destination Basics

Cathedrals and Architectural wonders

Museums and Galleries

Food and nightlife

Getting Around