Cheap Flights to Barcelona

With a population of nearly 1.6 million (within city limits) and nearly 4.7 million in the urban area, it is the second most populous city in Spain and largest metropolis on the Mediterranean Sea. It is regarded as one of the world’s major global city because of its influence in entertainment, education, culture, commerce, science and arts. Aside from being home to the beloved football team: FC Barcelona, its mild climate, delicious seafood (along with more than 20 Michelin-starred restaurants), many beaches, historical monuments and 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites make Barcelona the desired destination for tourists.

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Things to do in Barcelona

La Rambla - Barcelona's most famous Street

The famous street cleaves through the city’s center separating two districts: Gothic Quarter and El Raval. Many visitors frolic here to find tourist shops, hotels and street performers. Including in some of the attractions are the Font de Canaletes (popular fountain and meeting point) and mosaic by Joan Miró.

Camp Nou - Barcelona FC Museum

This is a must-visit spot for football fanatics. Fans of Lionel Messi and Ronaldinho can get to know their favorite team better by diving into their history archive and observing 5 Champions League Trophies. Apart from football, other major events have also taken place. With a seating capacity over 99,000, it is the largest stadium in Europe and second largest in the world.

The Magic Fountain of Montjuic

The fountain which mesmerizes everyone with its incredible light, music and water works could not have been possible without the ambitious proposal made by Carles Buigas. When tourists come here, they get the idea why this fountain is ‘magical’.

Picasso Museum

Everybody knows the famous painter Pablo Picasso, whether they have heard him in humor or in serious discussions. He was fond of his city Barcelona and in this museum you’ll see through his 4,200+ art works how that relationship influenced his youth and resumed till his death.

Antoni Gaudi’s works

Each of Gaudi’s works is splendid manifested as preserved buildings. Famous attractions like Park Guell, La Pedrera and Torre Bellesguard make you want to read more about him. Ofcourse, a tour of Barcelona cannot be complete without viewing his colossal masterpiece: Sagrada Familia.

Boqueria Market (Mercat de Sant Josep de la Boqueria)

While this market opened in 1840, it is believed that food peddlers were here since 13th Century selling meat. The place emanates exciting aromas of meat, fresh produce, fresh juices, wines and desserts. Some of the top choices are manchego cheese, salted cod (bacalao) and jamón ibérico. If not enough, there are more bars and restaurants around the market.

Concerts

The city prides itself of having fantastic concert halls, apart from live music venues. Choices are Gran Teatre Del Liceu, L'Auditori (hosting not just classical, but jazz music and other world music performances) and Palau de la Música Catalana. Tourists may be surprised to know some programme tickets are not as expensive as they seem.

El Raval

Raval is the cultural hub of the city. It is a cosmopolitan area with urban, hipster attitude decorated with street art. In terms of getting a taste of culture, the area includes CCCB, Biblioteca de Catalunya, MACBA and renovated Filmoteca (art-house cinema). As the locals like to call, ‘Revel in the Raval’. It even has its own La Rambla!

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Lion Monument

The city offers many museums covering different areas; be it about archaeology, history and art, science, or football. The notable ones are MNAC, Camp Nou (FC Barcelona Museum), CosmoCaixa and Picasso Museum.

Barcelona city view

Football matches

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Travel Guide of Barcelona

Transportation

You can find excellent motorway work and public transport in Barcelona. To save money, get a T10 pass from any ticket machine to get 10 one-way trips for $11. It applies to buses, trains and metros operated by FGC, TMB and Renfe. Taxis are also cheap and easy to find.

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Beaches

The city prides itself for having many beaches. It was the #1 beach city out of 10 others by National Geographic and Discovery Channel. If you can get the chance to reach beaches like Barceloneta early, then pick your spot and bask in the sun. Otherwise, there are relatively less crowded beaches where you can enjoy the sun and sand peacefully.

Seafood

You will find plenty of places to dine when you are particularly in mood for something piscatorial. The delicious seafood adds to the city appeal. Places to go for are La Ciutadela restaurant, Can Sole, La Paradeta, Galician restaurant, La Mar Salada and Barraca.