Things To Do in Barcelona for 3 Days
Use the list below to find exactly what to do in Barcelona for 3 days. Day 1: Architecture & Gaudi’s Art An unforgettable introduction! Barcelona is home to some of the most famous architecture in the world. With some of the world’s most unique architectural masterpieces available to enjoy, you’d be a fool to miss them! Head straight to the beautiful Plaça Reial and the surprisingly conventional Casa Calvet before taking in the Casa Batlló, Casa Milá, and the unmissable La Sagrada Familia. Hop on board! One of the most exciting ways to get around Barcelona is by bike. If you hire two a bicycle by day, you can take in the local vibes as you explore the stunning city of Gaudi. Day 2: Food & Wine Time to step it up a notch! Now you’re a little more familiar with the city, it’s time to explore the delicious local food and wine. Barcelona is home to the vibrant Santa Caterina Market, where all the locals go shopping for their ingredients; and authentic local bars for trying authentic paella or traditional tapas, from Patatas Bravas and Croquetas to Iberian ham. Delicious Spanish wine! Stop for a glass at a hip Poble Sec neighborhood bar or head into the Penedès region. Between Villafranca del Penedès and the rocky mountains of the Garraf natural park, there are amazing local wineries. Enjoy the scenic coastal road as you’re driven home! Day 3: Boat rides & beaches Escape the city! There is no better way to unwind at the end of your time in Barcelona than with a trip to the beach. Cycle past Barcelona’s Old and Olympic Harbours to the ancient fishermen district of la Barceloneta. Stop for ice cream and watch the locals play volleyball. A private sailing trip on the gorgeous Mediterranean Sea is an unforgettable way to bring your 72 hours in Barcelona to a close. If the weather’s good, you can jump off the boat and go for a swim. Enjoy local tapas and champagne on board, or be towed behind the boat in a rubber ring!
