10 TOP Things to Do in Barcelona (2025 Activity Guide)

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What to do in Barcelona

Popular places to visit

Sagrada Familia

Buildings don’t come more iconic than this extraordinary basilica which has become the symbol of Barcelona worldwide.

La Rambla

Take a leisurely promenade along Las Ramblas to experience Barcelona life in all its colourful intensity.

Placa de Catalunya showing a square or plaza, a city and heritage architecture

Plaça de Catalunya

This popular Barcelona meeting point connects the old city with the new and is famous for its shopping, monuments and festival celebrations.

Port de Barcelona

Explore the waterfront in Barcelona with a trip to Port de Barcelona. Discover the fascinating museums and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.

Barcelona Cathedral

This beautiful building in the heart of the Gothic Quarter dates back to the 13th century.

Park Güell

A surprise awaits you at every turn in this fantasmagorical park with fabulous views over the city.

Barceloneta Beach

The warm water of the Mediterranean Sea and aquatic sports, beach bars and nightlife combine to make this Barcelona’s most popular urban beach.

Passeig de Gràcia

One of Spain’s most expensive streets has masterworks by Gaudí, Falqués and more, interspersed with designer boutiques and rather opulent cafés.

Camp Nou

Catch an event at Camp Nou during your trip to Barcelona. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and shops.

Areas of Barcelona

Downtown Barcelona

La Rambla and Plaça de Catalunya are a few top attractions in Downtown Barcelona. Hop around the city on the metro at Liceu Station or Jaume I Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, stunning cathedral, and popular shops.

Gothic Quarter

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If you love exploring medieval streets, watching street artists and eating tapas along shared tables in tiny bars, head straight for the Barri Gòtic of Barcelona.

Eixample

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This upscale part of Barcelona charms with grand buildings, modernist architecture, fine dining, and trendy bars and luxury shops.

Placa de Catalunya showing outdoor art and a statue or sculpture

Dreta de l'Eixample

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dreta de l'Eixample. Check out top attractions like Plaça de Catalunya and La Rambla, and jump on the metro at Girona Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.

La Sagrada Familia

Walk in Gaudí’s footsteps by visiting his breathtaking temple, an impressive labor of love that started in the late 19th century and is still ongoing today.