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Barcelona in One Day Itinerary
Looking for suggestions for a one day trip to Barcelona? Let's get started with this itinerary. Use these suggestions to start planning your trip to Barcelona and don't miss any of the highlights of the city.
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Once in Barcelona, start exploring the city at its oldest parts, the Grand Royal Palace. Barcelona's architecture is greatly influenced by Gaudí, don't forget to include his masterpiece, the still unfinished Sagrada Família church in your itinerary. You can finish your day in Barcelona strolling through Park Güell, admiring the Olympic Stadium where the Summer Olympic Games of 1992 took place.
Things to do on this trip
Grand Royal Palace
In this complex of three buildings, many important persons resided, including the Kings of Aragon. It was built about ten centuries ago.
City History Museum Barcelona
The three-storey building is home to a museum which tells the history of Barcelona from its establishment until present.
Cathedral of Santa Eulalia
Barcelona's main cathedral. A lavish showcase of Gothic architecture – its high ceilings and gargoyles are truly breathtaking.
Columbus Monument
This more than 7 metres high statue is a tribute to Christopher Columbus, who returned here after he discovered America.
Cable Cars
Because of Catalonia's mountainous character, it developed a special kind of transport – funiculars which offer a nice view over the land.
Olympic Stadium
A multi purpose arena where the 1992 Olympic Games took place. It is named after the President of Catalonia executed in 1940.
Montjuïc park
A low hill facing the harbour of Barcelona is a nice place to spend your leisure time. There is a lot of verdure around.
Montjuïc Castle
A part of the city walls, this castle was renovated in the 17th century. It used to be a scary place because of executions happening there.
Cafè Zurich
A place with unique genius loci is a meeting point of local people. The food and drinks are really tasty here.
Plaça de Catalunya
Huge square in the city centre. Beautiful fountains and statues. Surrounded by banks, shops and hotels.
La Rambla
One of the main streets of Barcelona. Live performances, human statue ar or some established attractions.
Sagrada Família church
This stunning church is unfinished, but nonetheless one of Gaudí's masterpieces and a UNESCO Site.
Park Güell
This park was completely designed by Gaudí. Witness the amazing connection between architecture and nature.
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H10 Raco del Pi
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Apartaments Ciutat Vella
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Ramblas Portaferrissa - Guesthouse
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Hotel Atlas
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Hostal Rembrandt
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Hostal BCN Ramblas
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Hostal Fina
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Hostal Boqueria
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