Barcelona is one of the liveliest cities in Spain. The reason is that culture, history and modernity are mixed to offer unforgettable experiences. Are you going to visit Barcelona for a weekend? In this article we have prepared a planning of Barcelona in 2 days so that you do not miss any of the emblematic points of the city.
Day 1
Your first day in Barcelona will help you connect with the spirit of the city. We are sure you will fall in love with Barcelona before the day is over. Ready for adventure?
Stroll through the Gothic Quarter
The first day head to the Gothic Quarter to have breakfast in any of the traditional chocolate shops and bakeries. A good coffee with panellets is a good option to enjoy a breakfast with a typical Catalan sweet.
Let yourself be carried away by the small Roman and medieval streets in this neighborhood. In addition, in the vicinity of the Gothic Quarter you have a good part of the monuments to see in Barcelona, such as the Palau de la Generalitat, the Plaza del Rey or the Cathedral of Barcelona. However, we advise you not to spend too much time visiting them inside, as you still have a lot to see.
Next, a 15-minute walk away is the Rambla de Barcelona. It is the tourist area par excellence. It is an avenue of 1200 meters where you can find terraces to have a drink, artists, flower shops and small kiosks. In one of the parallel streets is located the Boqueria Market, one of the most famous in the city.
Eating at Barceloneta Beach
Once you reach the end of the Rambla you will find yourself at the Barceloneta Beach. It is a good area to eat in one of the restaurants overlooking the sea. Most of them are specialized in paellas and seafood.
If you have some time left before lunch, we recommend a stroll through Port Vell; it is the old port of the city.
Afternoon in Montjuïc
The best plan in the afternoon is to go to Montjuïc. It is one of the best viewpoints in Barcelona because the views of the port and the city are unforgettable. The most convenient is to take the D20 bus line located in Barceloneta and get off at the stop called Paral-lel. At this point you have two options: walk 35 minutes up to Montjuïc or buy a ticket for the funicular. buy a ticket for the funicular.
Dinner at the Born
The Born neighborhood is another of the tourist points of reference for dinner and the first drink. We would like to point out that it is a very lively neighborhood for its many stores and restaurants and also has a special charm, both for its cultural richness and its modernity.
For dinner we recommend Can Sisa, 7 Portes and Carballeira. And for drinks you have the Mariposa Negra, Especiarium and Bar Brutal.
Day 2
Your second day in Barcelona will focus on visiting the great architectural, cultural and artistic works. If you are a modernist art lover it will be your favorite day.
Casa Batlló and La Pedrera
Go to Plaza Catalunya to have breakfast in one of the bars nearby. For the second day we recommend pa amb tomàquet with a coffee or a juice; it is a typical lunch in Barcelona consisting of toast with oil, salt and rubbed tomato.
Just 10 minutes away is the Casa Batllóin the heart of Paseo de Gracia, and a little further down the street La Pedrera. They are two buildings of modernist art that are a must-see in Barcelona. Both were the work of the famous Gaudí and, in addition, were declared World Heritage Sites by Unesco.
Sagrada Familia
The Sagrada Familia is the undisputed icon of Barcelona, its emblem and also a World Heritage Site.
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Around the monument there are numerous bars and restaurants for you to stop and refuel for lunch.
Park Güell
20 minutes from the Sagrada Familia you have the Park Güell. It was also the work of Gaudí and is considered a World Heritage Site.
It is one of the best places to see the sunset in Barcelona and also to take the best pictures of your visit to the city. We recommend that you let yourself get lost in the park to enjoy one of the best works of Gaudí (Dragon Staircase, Hypostyle Hall, etc.).
Dinner
And finally, go to the Eixample. It is one of the liveliest neighborhoods in the city due to its wide range of nightlife, especially LGTBIQ+.
For dinner you also have a wide range of restaurants and bars, but more focused on gourmet customers. We recommend you try Lasarte, Moments or Caelis, among others.
For a drink you have the Fàbrica Moritz. It is a small brewery where you can try the craft beer of reference in Barcelona: Moritz. On the other hand, if you like premium drinks, we recommend the Solange cocktail bar.
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