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Sagrada Familia
This fabulous cathedral is an uncompromising blend of gothic splendour and modern fantasy architecture that is Gaudi's crowning glory. It is without doubt the most iconic monument in the city and is an absolute must see for lovers of unique art and design, which makes Barcelona a perfect art history city break.
Parc Guell
Another extraordinary Gaudi creation, Parc Guell is a spectacular park offering equally unforgettable views of the city. It comprises acres of lush parkland littered with surreal, dream like sculptures that are truly heaven for photographers. It also houses a dedicated Gaudi museum, shops, restaurants and pleasant woodland trails.
La Ramblas
The most famous avenue in the city, La Ramblas is the beating heart of Barcelona - filled with weird and wonderful street stalls, colourful performers of every description, trendy boutiques and restaurants. It oozes atmosphere and character and has an electric vibrancy from morning until late at night like nowhere else in the city.
Barrio Gotico
Take a walking tour through the atmospheric streets of the city's Gothic Quarter and encounter vivid reminders of its colourful Catalan history. Explore narrow streets filled with tiny tapas bars, elegant cafes and artistic gothic buildings such as the home of Picasso. The area is a lively hotbed of happening events after dark with numerous trendy bars filled with revellers until dawn.
Picasso Museum
The Picasso Museum is Barcelona's most popular visitor attraction that is well worth an extended visit. It houses an amazing collection of works covering every one of his artistic periods along with many interesting personal items and memorabilia. It is the most authoritative study of Picasso's life and work and is sure to delight modern art lovers.
Olympic Harbour
Built for the 1992 Olympic Games, this area has been transformed into a delightful series of boardwalks and parks perfect for a leisurely stroll along the Mediterranean coastline. Bright and modern, it boasts colourful contemporary architecture and numerous bars, restaurants and arts centres that come alive after dark. There is also a multitude of sporting facilities such as roller-skating, gokarting and tennis courts.
The Tibidabo
This sprawling amusement park is over a century old and is the ideal day out for the whole family to enjoy. It features state of the art thrill rides and traditional funfair carousels with an emphasis on the enjoyment of young children with many supervised activities. A modern monorail winds its way through the park affording sweeping views of its attractions and panoramic city vistas. It makes for a thrilling day of good old fashioned family fun and will thoroughly entertain kids and adults alike.
Barceloneta Beach
No short break to Barcelona should miss out on a refreshing dip in the azure Mediterranean Sea. Soak up the rays on a long stretch of golden sand or enjoy a day of action packed water sports or beach volleyball. When the heat gets too intense there are countless beachside eateries which are perfect for a romantic sunset meal for two. A great option for a sun city break.
Barcelona Cathedral
In complete contrast to the Sagrada Familia, Barcelona Cathedral is a spectacular Gothic and Renaissance cathedral dating back originally to the 13th century. It boasts a large bell tower, intricate gothic archways and a wonderful museum in the cloister housing a fantastic collection of rare medieval artworks. Each weekend sees a series of traditional Catalan folk dances in front of its main entrance.
Barcelona Aquarium
The largest of its kind in Europe, Barcelona Aquarium offers a feast of colour and exotic marine life that is incredibly entertaining and educational. Dozens of tanks contain everything from endangered coral, alligators, penguins, sharks and colourful tropical fish. It provides an interesting day out for kids of all ages and perfect for a rainy day.
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