Things to do in Barcelona

Gaudí’s basilica in the center of Barcelona is an architectural marvel and offers views across the city from eight towering spires.

These lively pedestrian streets in the heart of Barcelona are filled with flower stalls, tapas restaurants and street performers. 

Gaudí designed this house for a family in the early 20th century and incorporated his signature elements into the design, including curved lines and bright colors.

Look out over the city from a Gaudí-designed terrace in this park in the city’s north.

This museum on Barcelona’s port gives an insight into the city’s important maritime history in the 18th and 19th centuries.

This house’s surreal design is a Gaudí classic, with sculptures, tiling and colors that defy traditional conventions.

Barcelona’s cathedral dates back to the 1200s, and contains the remains of the city’s patron saint.

See childhood drawings by Spain’s most important artist at this museum in Barcelona’s old town.

An old fort, a national art museum and miles of walking trails are features of this park overlooking the harbor.

This concert hall is an awe-inspiring example of modernist architecture. Tour the building or get in early for tickets to a performance.

This zoo in Barcelona’s central park houses about 4000 animals, from pygmy hippos to bottlenose dolphins.

This village on Montjuïc hill showcases Spanish culture with arts and crafts workshops, traditional eateries and live performances.

Learn about Barcelona’s protected coastline and walk beneath sharks in an underwater tunnel at the city’s aquarium.

Take in the large domed ceilings and artistic details in one of Gaudí’s earliest buildings.

Stand on the street to admire the color and brickwork of Gaudí’s first building.

Visit one of Europe’s biggest science museums for a fun and educational day out with the whole family.