It is said to do tourism in Barcelona It is a wonderful experience, since it is a multifaceted city with many attractions to discover.
Its history and architecture are an example of this. Barcelona has been inhabited by different cultures. In 218 a. The Romans arrived. In the 3rd century, Franco-German hordes destroyed several colonies.
The city was also under the rule of the Visigoths until, in 718 the Muslims seized the territory. Disasters also marked the history of Barcelona, one of them was the plague and famine in 1333, which killed thousands of inhabitants.
The multiculturalism that has surrounded the different passages of Barcelona’s history is now reflected in the architecture, customs and gastronomy. This destination is one of the most favorite in Europe, only in 2019 it received more than 11 million tourists from around the world.
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What to do in Barcelona?
Barcelona has museums, monuments, parks and tourist attractions that are the focus of attention for the mass tourism. We will talk to you about those sites later. But don’t worry, in Barcelona there is something for everyone.
Next, we share what you cannot miss when doing tourism in Barcelona:
Visit beaches
The bays and beaches of Barcelona are ideal places to enjoy the sea, while contemplating the city. The most popular are: Barceloneta, Sant Miquel, Somorrostro, Sant Sebastià, Nova Icária, Bogatell, Mar Bella, Nova Mar Bella and Llevant.
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Parks and gardens
There are wonderful green spaces and one of the most attractive is the Parque de la Ciudadela. It has a waterfall, the Museum of Zoology, extensive gardens, groves, a lake, a greenhouse and the Barcelona Zoo.
The Ciudadela Park is the main lung of Barcelona, with an area of 17 hectares.
Visit neighborhoods and squares
Each neighborhood and square in Barcelona has a unique essence that will take you back to some point in history. Walk the streets on foot, at night or by bike, through iconic places such as La Barceloneta, Montjuic, Plaza de Cataluña and Plaza de España.
Enjoy flamenco
Barcelona is considered the third capital of flamenco in Spain. Andalusia and Madrid they have the first two places.
The city has many spaces for the presentation of flamenco dancers. You can visit the Palacio del Flamenco, as well as the Palau de la Música Catalana. One of the funniest options is to go to restaurants with tablao flamenco. That is, at the same time that you taste a delicious Spanish dish, you can witness a flamenco dance performed by professionals.
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Barcelona attractions
Barcelona is an almost perfect Mediterranean and cosmopolitan city. It has a young spirit that infects all the travelers who visit it. The climate throughout the year is characterized by sunny days and mild and pleasant temperatures.
These are the attractions that you cannot miss when doing tourism in Barcelona:
- The Holy Family
- National Museum of Art of Catalonia
- Olympic port
- Picasso museum
- Casa Batlló
- The stone
- Las Ramblas
- Boqueria Market
- Gothic Quarter
- Guell park
The Holy Family
La Sagrada Familia is the icon of Barcelona and, without a doubt, it is the most visited monument. Its designer was Antoni Gaudí, who began directing the building in 1882. However, due to the complexity of the site, it has not been finished, so the work is expected to be completed in 2026. The temple is loaded with religious symbolism. It has eight towers and three facades.
It is said that, for the design of the interior of the enclosure, Gaudí was inspired by the forests and nature, since there are columns that resemble tree trunks.
The cost of entry is 17 euros, that is, approximately 400 Mexican pesos.
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National Museum of Art of Catalonia
It is located in the National Palace of Montjuic. It is one of the most important museums in all Spain. Here you can find all kinds of art from various historical periods and the most complete collection of Romanesque art in the world. The collections include: Romanesque Art, Gothic Art, Renaissance and Baroque Art, and Modern Art.
Visit it for 12 euros, approximately 280 Mexican pesos.
Olympic port
It was built on the occasion of the 1992 Olympics. It is an attractive marina located in front of the Olympic Village, near the beaches of La Barceloneta and Nova Icària.
Here you can find terraces, pubs, restaurants, clubs and shops of different kinds.
There is no cost of entry.
Delight yourself in the beautiful cobbled streets of Valle de Bravo:
Other attractions
Guell park
It could be said that the architect Antoni Gaudí artistically conquered Spain. Park Güell, as well as the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, are his most famous works.
For its characteristic design. Gaudí was inspired by the lines of nature. Wavy shapes, animal figures, geometric shapes and tree-like columns are what distinguish this site, which spans more than 17 hectares.
Right there is the Gaudí House Museum.
The cost of entry is 10 euros, that is, 240 Mexican pesos.
Picasso museum
Get to know the more than 3,500 works by Spanish artists, the collection is considered the largest in the world. This is one of the main art museums in the city and you can visit it for 12 euros per entrance, that is, approximately 280 Mexican pesos
Casa Batlló
One more Gaudí masterpiece. It was built between 1904 and 1906. The facade of the house is impressive, very much in the Gaudí style. On the tour you will be able to enter the mind of the artist. It is located in the heart of Barcelona, so you cannot miss it.
Entry: 25 euros, approximately, 600 Mexican pesos.
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The stone
Also known as Casa Milà, it is a modernist building created by Gaudí between 1906 and 1912.
Inside, you can discover the recreation of a house belonging to a bourgeois family from the early 20th century in Barcelona.
Visit it for 22 euros, or 520 Mexican pesos.
Barcelona attractions
Gothic Quarter
The Gothic Quarter is one of the must-sees in Barcelona. It is located in the Ciutat Vella district and you can enjoy Gothic art in every corner. Visit the Cathedral of Santa Eulalia, Plaza Sant Jaume, Plaza Real, Plaza del Rey and Calle Portal de L’Angel.
There is no cost of entry.
Las Ramblas
Definitely the most bohemian place in Barcelona. Las Ramblas is a 1.3 kilometer long promenade characterized by enjoying music, flowers, shows and a great atmosphere by day and by night. It goes from Plaza Catalunya to the Columbus Monument, on the Barcelona coast.
Obviously, there is no entry cost because it is a public highway, but you will have to bring money to enjoy a drink, buy flowers or a piece of urban art, reward one of the many living statues that you will find on your way.
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Boqueria Market
This market is also known as San José and is the most famous in the city. If you want to taste typical dishes or products of Spanish gastronomy, this site is for you. There are more than 300 stalls offering a wide variety of products. You will find from fresh fruit to sweets, cheeses and seafood.
If you are looking to learn about the history of Barcelona in detail, there are also guided tours.
Entrance is free.
If you are determined to visit this Mediterranean city, remember that this guide is essential so that you do not miss the most attractive points when doing tourism in Barcelona.
In any season of the year, visiting its museums and walking its streets is a delight for the soul. Are you ready to travel to Spain?
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