7-Day Spain City Break in Barcelona

Your exciting city break begins as soon as you arrive in the beautiful city of Barcelona. You’ll stay in Barcelona for 6 nights.

You’ll choose between some of the best hotels and places to stay, all conveniently located in downtown Barcelona.

To feel pampered during your visit, you can stay at a hotel like Hotel SOFIA Barcelona, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt. This 5-star luxury hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,860 previous guests.

A popular 4-star hotel promising a comfortable stay at an excellent location is Hotel Barcelo Sants. This hotel has been praised by 4,833 previous guests in reviews, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

For the budget-conscious traveler, a fantastic hotel with cheap deals is the 3-star SM Hotel Teatre Auditori. This popular hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,589 guests.

If these hotels are unavailable for your city break in Barcelona, we will help you find the best alternatives for your stay.

Barcelona has plenty of sights, monuments, and places of interest to explore. Luckily, you have plenty of time to do so for the next 7 days. Choose an early flight to get started with your sightseeing in Barcelona right away.

An attraction we recommend you check out today is Natural Science Museum of Barcelona. This spectacular travel destination and natural history museum has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,438 travelers.

When you're ready to head out for dinner, an excellent restaurant you may want to try is Viana Barcelona. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,578 customers and is sure to satisfy your hunger after a long day of exploring.

Another acclaimed restaurant in the city of Barcelona is Disfrutar. Rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,164 customers, guests often have an outstanding experience at this restaurant.

Yet another popular place to eat, often recommended by locals, is RAO Restaurant. With an average rating of 4.7 of 5 stars among 964 customers, you may want to take a closer look at this restaurant's menu.

Barcelona is also home to several great bars, for every travel budget.

One of the best bars in the city is Hemingway Gin & Cocktail Bar. This claim is supported by 893 customers who have rated it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another great bar in Barcelona is La Whiskeria - Whisky & Cocktail Bar. If you ask the 743 customers who have rated it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars, La Whiskeria - Whisky & Cocktail Bar is the perfect place for a drink or two.

This is the time to raise a toast for the beginning of your incredible 7-day vacation in Barcelona!

Wake up to day 2 of your exciting city break in Barcelona. You still have 5 nights left in Barcelona and we recommend you use this day for relaxing, sightseeing, and eating at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Barcelona today is the incredible Casa Vicens. This attraction is a monument and place of interest, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,140 visitors.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Park Güell. Park Güell is a popular sculpture garden and travel destination with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 160,129 visitors. Today you can visit this magnificent sculpture garden in Barcelona too.

For the full Barcelona experience, visit the incredible MUHBA Turó de la Rovira museum. This one-of-a-kind attraction is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,510 visitors.

Parc del Laberint d'Horta is another stop you’re going to want to spend some time at. This garden is a top destination among visitors in Barcelona. Rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 14,035 visitors, it’s one you’re likely to enjoy.

If you’re up for seeing an outstanding park, then consider Parc del Fòrum. Parc del Fòrum is a park and popular attraction in Barcelona. More than 6,935 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

If you’re keen to experience more memorable moments in Barcelona, check out the best-rated tours the city offers. Discover all of the top-rated activities you can do on this day in Barcelona below.

After or in between exploring Barcelona, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city.

An excellent option is La Whiskeria - Whisky & Cocktail Bar, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Con Gracia. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 604 customers.

A favorite place to eat among many who have visited Barcelona is El Nacional. This irresistible restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 23,496 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is Cerveseria Catalana. This place has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 14,751 customers.

To enjoy a great atmosphere, continue your evening at Ciutat Comtal. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 12,951 customers.

El Xampanyet is another great place where you can celebrate after a long, fun day in Barcelona city. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,394 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Barcelona to come!

On day 3 of your fun city break in Barcelona, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 4 nights left in Barcelona.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated beach and attraction in Barcelona, the Barceloneta Beach. About 6,175 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

The popular Parc de la Ciutadella is another top sight in Barcelona that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This attraction is an urban park, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 59,765 visitors.

Cascada Monumental is a spectacular sculpture and highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Barcelona.

As the day moves along, be sure to make time to drop by the magnificent Arc de Triomf. Around 69,844 visitors have rated this attraction and triumphal arch an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Make your way to the fantastic Museu Picasso, perhaps the most famous art museum in Barcelona. More than 1,045,837 people visit Museu Picasso every year. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 26,103 travelers.

To make your day special, check out all the available tours and tickets in the city! Barcelona has something for every interest and travel budget.

Exploring Barcelona's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Barcelona's food culture.

Cerveseria Catalana is one of the most popular restaurants in Barcelona. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Cerveseria Catalana’s excellent menu. Approximately 14,751 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

If you’re in the mood for something different, check out Ciutat Comtal. This Barcelona-based restaurant is one of locals’ favorites and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 12,951 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant that serves a menu of appetizing food and drinks is Antigua. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,938 customers.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to Paradiso. Around 3,403 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Locals of Barcelona also enjoy the cocktails at Bobby's Free. This place is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,003 customers and is one of the best you can experience in the city.

Another top-rated alternative for a celebratory drink is Dry Martini. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,229 customers.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Barcelona, Spain.

On day 4 of your fun city break in Barcelona, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 3 nights left in Barcelona.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated concert hall and attraction in Barcelona, the Palau de la Música Catalana. About 35,814 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

The popular Sagrada Família is another top sight in Barcelona that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This attraction is a minor basilica, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 196,532 visitors.

La Pedrera is a spectacular monument and highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Barcelona.

As the day moves along, be sure to make time to drop by the magnificent Casa Batlló. Around 102,809 visitors have rated this attraction and tourist attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Make your way to the fantastic Plaça de Catalunya, perhaps the most famous square in Barcelona. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 155,385 travelers.

To make your day special, check out all the available tours and tickets in the city! Barcelona has something for every interest and travel budget.

Exploring Barcelona's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Barcelona's food culture.

Paradiso is one of the most popular restaurants in Barcelona. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Paradiso’s excellent menu. Approximately 3,403 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

If you’re in the mood for something different, check out Craft Barcelona. This Barcelona-based restaurant is one of locals’ favorites and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,166 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant that serves a menu of appetizing food and drinks is Casa Amalia. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,365 customers.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to Dr Stravinsky. Around 1,837 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Locals of Barcelona also enjoy the cocktails at Boadas Cocktails. This place is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,625 customers and is one of the best you can experience in the city.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Barcelona, Spain.

On day 5 of your fun city break in Barcelona, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 2 nights left in Barcelona.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated square and attraction in Barcelona, the Plaça Sant Jaume. About 15,432 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

The popular Gran Teatre del Liceu is another top sight in Barcelona that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This attraction is an opera house, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,997 visitors.

La Boqueria Market is a spectacular must-see tourist destination and highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Barcelona.

As the day moves along, be sure to make time to drop by the magnificent Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia. Around 57,464 visitors have rated this attraction and catholic cathedral an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Make your way to the fantastic Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar, perhaps the most famous church in Barcelona. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 31,759 travelers.

To make your day special, check out all the available tours and tickets in the city! Barcelona has something for every interest and travel budget.

Exploring Barcelona's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Barcelona's food culture.

Grill Restaurant is one of the most popular restaurants in Barcelona. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Grill Restaurant’s excellent menu. Approximately 1,083 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you’re in the mood for something different, check out Pepito Restaurante. This Barcelona-based restaurant is one of locals’ favorites and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,253 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant that serves a menu of appetizing food and drinks is Boa-Bao. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,163 customers.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to Old Fashioned Gin Tonic & Cocktail Bar. Around 1,288 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Locals of Barcelona also enjoy the cocktails at Les Gens Que J'Aime. This place is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 926 customers and is one of the best you can experience in the city.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Barcelona, Spain.

On day 6 of your fun city break in Barcelona, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 1 night left in Barcelona.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated association football venue and attraction in Barcelona, the Camp Nou. About 140,164 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

The popular Magic Fountain of Montjuïc is another top sight in Barcelona that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This attraction is a fountain, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 83,793 visitors.

Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya is a spectacular art museum and highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Barcelona.

As the day moves along, be sure to make time to drop by the magnificent Montjuïc Castle. Around 45,705 visitors have rated this attraction and castle an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Make your way to the fantastic Palau Güell, perhaps the most famous palace in Barcelona. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 16,610 travelers.

To make your day special, check out all the available tours and tickets in the city! Barcelona has something for every interest and travel budget.

Exploring Barcelona's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Barcelona's food culture.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Barcelona, Spain.

Your city break in Barcelona is coming to an end and it’s soon time to say goodbye to the city.

Depending on how much time you have on your departure day, this is your chance to catch one last glimpse of the beautiful city of Barcelona. We recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

If you can catch a later flight, we recommend visiting some of the attractions you may not yet have had the time to explore.

Tibidabo mountain is a fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Barcelona. This mountain and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,181 visitors.

You’ll then say farewell to Barcelona and begin your journey home, now filled with unforgettable experiences, memories, and photos from Spain!