TripSmithBarcelona
A curated guide to Barcelona, Spain: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.
What to see
- White Rabbit · The Immersive Experience of Barcelona 4.8★ (3,000 reviews) · Museum
- Basílica de la Sagrada Família 4.8★ (326,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya 4.7★ (38,000 reviews) · Art museum
- CosmoCaixa Museum of Science 4.7★ (48,000 reviews) · Science museum
- Casa Batlló 4.7★ (208,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Casa Padellàs (Barcelona History Museum MUHBA) 4.6★ (5,000 reviews) · Local history museum
- La Pedrera - Casa Milà 4.6★ (111,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Ciutadella Park 4.6★ (77,000 reviews) · Park
Where to eat
- Kafenion Barcelona 4.9★ (2,000 reviews) · Cafe
- Viana Barcelona 4.8★ (5,000 reviews) · Fusion restaurant
- Cera 23 4.8★ (6,000 reviews) · Restaurant
- Coffee Casa 4.8★ (2,000 reviews) · Cafe
- Bodega Biarritz 1881 4.7★ (8,000 reviews) · Tapas
- Doña Rosa - Cocina Urbana 4.6★ (2,000 reviews) · Restaurant
- Can Plaça 4.6★ (5,000 reviews) · Restaurant
- Nomad Coffee Bar (ex Coffee Lab) 4.6★ (2,000 reviews) · Coffee shop
Where to drink
- ESPECIARIUM BAR | Barcelona 4.9★ (2,000 reviews) · Cocktail bar
- Mariposa Negra Cocktail Bar - Cocteleria artesana 4.8★ (4,000 reviews) · Cocktail bar
- Dr. Stravinsky cocktail bar 4.6★ (3,000 reviews) · Cocktail bar
- Bobby's Free 4.6★ (4,000 reviews) · Cocktail bar
- El Bosc de Les Fades 4.4★ (17,000 reviews) · Bar
Where to stay
- Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona 4.7★ (4,130 reviews) · 5-star hotel
- Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona 4.6★ (5,733 reviews) · 5-star hotel
- Hotel 1898 4.6★ (3,208 reviews) · 4-star hotel
- Hotel Arts Barcelona 4.5★ (4,663 reviews) · 5-star hotel
- InterContinental Barcelona by IHG 4.4★ (3,754 reviews) · 5-star hotel
A sample 3-day shape
Day 1
- Morning: White Rabbit · The Immersive Experience of Barcelona
- Afternoon: CosmoCaixa Museum of Science
- Dinner: Kafenion Barcelona
- Nightcap: ESPECIARIUM BAR | Barcelona
Day 2
- Morning: Basílica de la Sagrada Família
- Afternoon: Casa Batlló
- Dinner: Viana Barcelona
- Nightcap: Mariposa Negra Cocktail Bar - Cocteleria artesana
Day 3
- Morning: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya
- Afternoon: Casa Padellàs (Barcelona History Museum MUHBA)
- Dinner: Cera 23
- Nightcap: Dr. Stravinsky cocktail bar
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Frequently asked
How many days do you need in Barcelona?
With 18 notable sights and 14 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.