There are a lot of places to visit in Barcelona. But there are some of them that you can’t miss! So here are the 5 Top Barcelona attractions that you should include on your list. Although some of them are the most touristy, you can’t leave without getting to know the essence of the city.
1. Sagrada Familia
La Sagrada Familia Probably the most iconic place in the city. Make sure you don’t leave the city without visiting one of the most important monuments created by the architect Antoni Gaudí. Gaudí is one of the most famous artists in the city and you can actually visit some other monuments created by this artist, which are included in the artistic style called “Modernisme”: La Pedrera (also known as “Casa Milá”), Casa Batlló or Park Guell.
Click here to know more details about the most famous attraction among the Barcelona attractions, where to buy tickets, how to get there, opening hours, etc.
2. Park Güell
Park Guell was also created by the architect Antoni Gaudí. We strongly recommend you to include Park Guell in your “what to see in Barcelona” list for diverse reasons:
- Gaudí’s impressive art.
- The views of the city from up there are beautiful.
- You can walk around the park and feel the Nature, forgetting for a while the intensity of the city.
You can find here detailed information about Park Guell.
3. Montjuïc
The Magic Fountain of Monjtuïc is also included in this TOP 5 of places to visit in Barcelona. Music and lights are mixed perfectly to create a great show of emotions. Besides watching the show, we also recommend you to get to the top of Montjuic to enjoy the beautiful views of Barcelona. Click here to know more about The Magic Fountain of Montjuic.
4. Mercat de La Boqueria
If you are including Les Rambles in your own Top 5 Barcelona attractions list, make sure to stop by La Boqueria. It’s the most famous market in the city, and walking through the stores is an experience you can’t miss. Flavours, colours, aromas… A real show for the five senses. Here is a video we filmed a couple of days ago, just to give you and idea about what you will find in this beautiful market. Also you will find information about opening hours and location here.
5. La Barceloneta
And what about walking by the sea and feeling a real Mediterranean experience? La Barceloneta is the last but not least Barcelona attractions included in our TOP 5 Barcelona attractions. If you are visiting the city during spring or beginning of autumn, you can relax in the terraces near the sea. And even enjoying a paella with privileged views: The Mediterranean.
