Barcelona, Spain 5 Day Itinerary

Barcelona 5-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Exploring Gothic Quarter (Barri Gòtic)

  • 🏨 Accommodation: Consider staying in the Gothic Quarter for convenience. Recommendations include Hotel Casa Fuster, Hotel EL Palace, or Hostel One Barcelona.
  • ☯️ Breakfast: Try a traditional Spanish breakfast at Granja Mórir (Carrer de Petritxol, 8) or Federal Café (Rambla del Raval, 54).
  • 🚶‍♂️ Morning: Visit the Barcelona Cathedral (La Seu), Pont Gothic (Gothic Bridge), and the former Royal Palace – now the City Hall. Wander through the narrow, winding streets of the Quarter.
  • 🍴 Lunch: Have lunch at Cal Pep (Carrer de la Padalla, 139) for fresh seafood or Casa Macia (Carrer de Santa Ània, 7) for traditional Catalan dishes.
  • 🚗 Afternoon: Take a hop-on-hop-off bus tour to get an overview of the city and visit popular spots like La Rambla and Plaça de Sant Jaume.
  • 🎒 Evening: Explore El Raval neighborhood, check out the contemporary art at MACBA (Museum of Contemporary Art), and have dinner at La Cerveseria Catalana (Carrer de Montalegre, 6) for traditional Catalan tapas and local beers.

Day 2: Modernisme & Park Güell

  • 🚩 Morning: Visit Casa Batlló and Casa Milà (La Pedrera), two famous examples of Antoni Gaudí’s Modernist architecture. Don’t forget to explore their rooftops for stunning city views.
  • 🍴 Lunch: Have lunch at El Jardienc del Paradís (Carrer de Wellington, 14) near Casa Milà, where you can enjoy Mediterranean cuisine.
  • 🚶‍♂️ Afternoon: Head to Park Güell and explore the colorful mosaics, sculptures, and incredible views over Barcelona.
  • 🎒 Evening: Stroll along Passeig de Gràcia and stop by Casa Amatller and Casa Vicens if you have time. For dinner, check out Taller de Tapas (Carrer de Balmes, 286) for a more upscale tapas experience.

Day 3: Sagrada Familia & Gaudí’s Masterpiece – La Sagrada Família

  • 🏛️ Morning: Spend the entire morning exploring the incredible basilica of Sagrada Familia. Don’t forget to visit its museum and towers for panoramic views of the city.
  • 🍴 Lunch: Have lunch at La Boqueria (Mercat de la Boqueria), one of Europe’s oldest markets, offering a wide variety of food stands and fresh produce.
  • 🚶‍♂️ Afternoon: Visit the Museum of History of Barcelona (MUHBA) and explore the Roman ruins at the Plaça del Rei. Take a stroll along the waterfront at Port Vell and enjoy the sea views.
  • 🎒 Evening: Head to Barceloneta neighborhood for dinner at Can Majó (Carrer de la Fusina, 13) or El Quim de la Boqueria (Mercat de la Boqueria). Afterward, unwind at one of the beachside bars.

Day 4: Montserrat & Wine Tasting

  • 🚗 Full Day Excursion: Take a day trip to Montserrat, a mountain range just outside Barcelona, and visit the Benedictine monastery. Explore the stunning landscapes and hiking trails, or enjoy a concert at the Santa Maria de Montserrat Basilica.
  • 🍷 Afternoon: Return to Barcelona and experience a wine tasting at Cava Sans (Carrer de les Lletres, 36) or Cellar Can Roca (Carrer d’Ausias Marcó, 255).
  • 🍴 Dinner: For a special dinner, try Cinc Sentits (Carrer de Villarroel, 165), a Michelin-starred restaurant offering contemporary Catalan cuisine.

Day 5: Leisure & Departure

  • 🎒 Morning: Visit any attractions you may have missed or revisit your favorites. Take some time to wander the quieter streets, pop into local shops, and enjoy the ambiance of Barcelona.
  • 🍴 Lunch: Have a farewell lunch at Els Quatre Gats (Carrer de Montsió, 3) where Picasso used to frequent.
  • ✈️ Departure: Depending on your flight time, head to the airport or continue exploring Barcelona until it’s time to say goodbye to this enchanting city.