Day 1: Gaud\u00ed’s Modernisme<\/h3>\n
The first day is dedicated entirely to the architecture that makes the Catalan capital unique, and to discovering its more elegant, local side.<\/p>\n
Morning: Sagrada Fam\u00edlia and Park G\u00fcell<\/h4>\n
Start day one with a visit to the city’s most iconic landmark: the Sagrada Fam\u00edlia. This unfinished basilica by Antoni Gaud\u00ed is Spain’s most-visited monument and a one-of-a-kind example of Modernisme architecture. Vital tip: book your ticket online in advance to skip the queues and guarantee your spot. After the basilica, take public transport to Park G\u00fcell, another of Gaud\u00ed’s great legacies. Explore its monumental zone and admire the organic shapes, the colourful trencad\u00eds mosaics, and the spectacular panoramic views from its famous undulating terrace.<\/p>\n
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Afternoon: the Gr\u00e0cia neighbourhood and Passeig de Gr\u00e0cia<\/h4>\n
From the park, walk down to the Gr\u00e0cia neighbourhood, an area with its own personality, a bohemian vibe, quiet squares and plenty of caf\u00e9s where you can grab a bite and rest.<\/p>\n
After lunch, head to Passeig de Gr\u00e0cia, one of the city’s most elegant avenues. Here you’ll find two of Gaud\u00ed’s residential masterpieces: Casa Batll\u00f3 and La Pedrera (Casa Mil\u00e0). We recommend picking one to visit inside \u2014 and, of course, admiring both fa\u00e7ades from the outside.<\/p>\n
Day 2: Montju\u00efc and the city’s cultural panorama<\/h3>\n
On day two we climb Barcelona’s “magic mountain,” a green space that combines nature, Olympic history and a top-tier artistic offering.<\/p>\n
Morning: Fundaci\u00f3 Joan Mir\u00f3 and the MNAC<\/h4>\n
Start the morning by visiting the Fundaci\u00f3 Joan Mir\u00f3, home to one of the most extensive collections by the great Catalan artist, housed in a brilliant rationalist building.<\/p>\n
Then continue on to the Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya (MNAC), set inside the imposing Palau Nacional. This museum not only holds one of the world’s most complete collections of Romanesque art, but its outdoor staircase also frames one of the best postcard views of Pla\u00e7a Espanya.<\/p>\n
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\nLunch and afternoon: Poble Espanyol, Montju\u00efc’s best-kept secret<\/h4>\n
Just steps from the MNAC and the iconic Pla\u00e7a Espanya lies one of the city’s most complete stops: Poble Espanyol. Originally built for the 1929 International Exposition on the slopes of Montju\u00efc, this site is a genuine full-scale village. It’s a fully pedestrian space, ideal for escaping the bustle of the city centre, breathing in the Mediterranean air, and immersing yourself in Spanish culture through a faithful reproduction of 116 buildings, squares and streets of traditional Spanish architecture. See what to visit at Poble Espanyol. What to see at Poble Espanyol\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Here’s a guide to make the most of your visit to Poble Espanyol<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n To close out the afternoon after your visit to Poble Espanyol, stroll through the mountain’s gardens and viewpoints. We recommend taking the cable car or bus 150 up to Montju\u00efc Castle, a former military fortress from which you can enjoy spectacular 360-degree views of the whole city, the port and the Mediterranean Sea as the sun goes down.<\/p>\nWhy include it in your 3-day route?<\/em><\/h4>\n
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Sunset: gardens and Montju\u00efc Castle<\/h4>\n
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