Barcelona Sightseeing Reviews ( 33 reviews )
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Taking a hop on - hop off open top sightseeing tour bus of Barcelona is a great way to see the city, especially if (like us) you have a short time there.
You can jump off and spend more time at the various attractions and then hop back on an hour later when the bus passes again! |
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The main thing to do is to admire this building from outside, because inside is still under construction. The main attraction being to climb up to the top of the building with nice views of Barcelona and to get a closer look to the amazing architecture of the towers. It's different from every angle.
Some locals say that the reason why is still under construction is because that makes people to come back to Barcelona to see whether or not it is finished.
It is open from 9 am to 6 pm |
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If you have endless time on your hands do the tour otherwise - give it a miss. The Q's for the buses are usually over an hour. It was late september and there were always lots of people waiting to get on already full buses. There are 2 routes, the red and blue. They do show you the entire city but very long and the Q's just put us off. |
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It doesn't look like much from the street, but this is a Gaudi gem. And when I went, it was also the best value in Barcelona.
The most fun is being up on the roof with all the tiled, crazy looking chimneys.
Great place to see Gaudi architecture. This large park is full of diversions. Well worth the trip up the hill! Wear comfy runners. |
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The famous stadium of the F.C. Barcelona, even when they're no games going on you can visit the stadium and its amazing museum where you can see all the history of one of the most popular soccer time in the world.
Museum visits & guided stadium tours costs € 11.00 |
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This is the only way to discover what the city of Barcelona has to offer. If you want to ensure that you get to see the most famous sights including Casa Batllo, Sagrada Familia and Placa de Catalunya, this is the way to travel. The bus turistic offers 3 routes. The 3 routes are connected so can swap between all of them and decide what you want to see and what you don't. You can hop off and on as many times as you want. The buses depart from the city centre, it can get busy so be prepared to queue. The bus is an open top double decker so its good chance to catch the sights of the city whilst also catching some sun….. |
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If you like modern art this is the place to visit. Not really much more to say than that! |
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Picasso Museum reveals Picasso's relationship with Barcelona: an intimate, solid relationship that was shaped in his adolescence and youth, and continued until his death. Highly recommended |
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The exterior is really impressive and quite mind blowing. The interior is still full of scafolding but you can see through a self guided display board the progress made over recent years. If you are saving the pennies don't go in. Most people that pay in spend their time outside anyway! |
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The home of FC Barcelona. This is a magnificent stadium I was reluctant to go but was glad I did. If you are not one of the lucky one's who catch a game when you are there- don’t fret! You can still do a tour of the stadium. The tour begins at the visiting team changing room and then through the tunnel- you will reach the ground. Once there, you will be able to walk on the grass, sit down on the team bench, so it is quite exciting you may also get a glimpse of some of the players if they are training.
For all you soccer fanatics I highly recommend this. |
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Part of the Parc de la Ciutadella (City Park) complex, the zoo houses over 7,000 animals from over 500 different species.
You can see dolphin shows and other aquatic mammals performing in the marine enclosure at 11.30am, 1.30pm and 4pm.
One of the star attractions is Copito de Nieve (Snowflake), the only albino gorilla in captivity.
There are tropical birds, reptiles, spiders, lions, tigers and more.
The kids loved this spot and a big thumbs up from our happy campers. |
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What can I say the Sagrada Família is the most famous work of Gaudí, to which he dedicated all his life to the extreme that he lived inside the precinct to closely follow the works.
Amazing archicture really worth the visit. You can take the elevator 65m. of height within the Passion façade. Unfortunately I didn't go up as the q was too long.
Take the Metro: L2, L5 (Sagrada Família) |
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Quell Park was the grounds of a house and estate that Gaudi designed and built for the Quell family. Beautiful park to walk around and explore Gaudi's work.
I would suggest getting there via the Green Line (L3) to Vallcarca station. From Vallcarca, the park is a short walk away, and it is very well signed. People who complain about it being hard to get to must be REALLY lazy. The walk to the park takes you up some steps, which are not bad at all.
The park itself is lovely and relaxing. It has a good view of the city and a great place to take a break from it all and have some lunch while enjoying the Barcelona air. |
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Take a walk around Placa de Catalunya, a lovely square in the centre of Barcelona. From here you can head down Las Ramblas towards Port Vell. On your left you have Barri Gotic (or Gothic Quarter) filled with tapas bars and restaurants, great for an evening stroll, you never know what music or artists your will find. Don't miss the Pl. de Sant Josep Oriol, with its afternoon concerts. Pl. de Sant Felip Neri, the most romantic of the city, the Cathedral with its fine cloister, the Calle del Bisbe and the Pl. del Rei.
On your right you have the Raval area, formerly known as the "barrio chino", the red-light district of the city. not that bad but keep your eyes open and hand bag close...
Saying that walk around and explore as much as you can, the buildings are amazing with little flower filled balconies.. |
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I didnt have much time in Barcelona when i went but I definitely intend returning. More specifically I definitely intend returning to The Parc de la Ciutadella. I came here for a couple of hours on a Sunday afternoon but I didnt get to appreciate like I should as i was recovering from the night before. There is, as there is everywhere in Barca, a strong Gaudi Influence here. When I come back I intend visiting the 2 museums and the zoo. This park is beautiful. the trees are laden with delicious looking oranges and to beautiful sound of birds singing replaced the constant buzz of traffic I had to put up with from my hotel room. Every city needs somewhere like here. A holiday is to escape... escape from city life. Parc de la Ciutadella fulfils this need perfectly. |
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Chug Chug Chug ... The Funicular chugged its way up the mountain. Myself and Sinead were gazing out the window looking at the beautiful scenery. Finally we have arrived. we headed straight for la Altaya (the watchtower) where the views are amazing. We were able to pick out everywhere we had visited along with where our hotel was. We brought lunch with us and had a lovely picnic atop the hill which was really nice. Afterwards we headed for the amusement park which was so much fun. Sinead wasnt sure about the rides and didnt trust them but they were great. Perfectly safe, just look very old which for me added to the charm. A lot better than flash gravity defying monstrosities. Anyway, we headed back to the hotel on the Funicular which zipped (as opposed to chugged) back to the nicest city in the world. |
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Ive always been intruiged by, if not a fan of Picasso. This museum would be excellent for fans but somewhat lost on me. Perhaps I am naive, or an uncultured swine, but I just dont get his art. however, I do not let my prejudices take from what is plainly obvious, and that is that this is a great museum. from simple sketches to shool projects to early works and some of his more amour works. A good museum, well done. |
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We searched everywhere for a regular shopping centre that didn't have tourist prices and this one seems to be the best. It was full of locals with a small sprinkling of tourist. It's located on Av Diaganol and Joan Guell. It's also called L'illa Diagonal, it stretches for about 4 blocks. If you are taking the metro , take the L3 green line to Maria Cristina. |
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This is an absolute must when you go to Barcelona. It costs €19.00 for the day and €23 for two days. They have three different routes and you can get on and off at any stop. The buses come on a regular basis, we never waited more than 5 minutes for one.
It is a great way to learn about the city, see which areas you want to explore more or just use it to go shopping at all the different shopping centres. |
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During the week, it looks just like your average city park. But on weekends Barcelona's counterculture emerges at the Parc de la Ciutadella, soaking up the sun and playing in drum circles, juggling, and dancing to Brazilian beats.
If you are lazy abd the way to the best beaches takes too many time enjoy this park during the weekends |
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Home to FC Barcelona and one of the most impressive stadiums in the world, the Camp Nou is the must see thing in Barcelona. The complex, which also houses basketball, handball, futsal and ice hockey teams, is a real treat for football fans.
The fist time I went was for a tour of the stadium (which was great) and last year I went back to see a game (which was better, obviously). Put simply, there is no better place to watch football (unless you are a Real Madrid fan). Games are usually played at about 9pm, when the heat of the day dies down and stars come out. The groud has a capacity of just under a 100,000, all seated, and the noise the fans make is breathtaking!
Tickets are reasonable and there is a good selection of prices for different sections. People suffering vertigo should stay away from the cheap seats up in the clouds! With Ronaldinho, Messi, Henry and co. on display you may even see a good game! |
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Constructed mostly under Gaudi's supervision, Sagrada Familia is an awe inspiring medieval cathedral. Admission charge is €7 and this includes entrance to an excellent museum in the crypt. Four sky scraping towers make up the sides of the Church and you can take a lift to the top. Gaudi used many real animals and models for his sculptures but in the latter years of his life, he was motivated by his stark religious conviction.If you only have time for one tourist attraction in Barcelona, this should be it. It is impossible not to be humbled by the splendour and intricate design of 'God's architect'. Guided tours are offered up to four times daily and audioguides are also available. |
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Parc Guell is a good place for a breath of fresh air with a good view over the city. About 4km from Place de la Catalunya, Parc Guell is an enchanting landscaped garden popular with bohemian and radical types. Buskers provide entertainment which adds a magical touch to the atmosphere. The architectural highlight is the house to the right of the park - Casa Museu Gaudi where he lived for most of his last twenty years. It is worth the stroll to the hilltop to view the mosaic lines seats where you can rest, people watch and take everything in. |
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El Raval is a historical area in Barcelona with a great diversity of cultures. Although quite run down in some parts, this area is worth exploring even just to see an old part of the city with Indian, Arab, Moroccan, Chinese and Pakistani influences. The main point of interest in El Raval district is of course Gaudi's famous Art Noveau creation - the Palau Guell. There are some interesting cafes and restaurants - Bar Ra and Tasca i Vins are worth checking out for some typical Catalan food. |
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Casa Batllo is another one of Antoni Gaudi's unique masterpieces. It was Gaudi's dwelling place for many years and the attention to the tiniest detail is visible in every corner.If you are fond of architecture, this house is an absolute must with its mysterious chimneys, superb vaults, interesting light features and beautiful windows. These are only some of the architectural treats in store - just pay a visit - you definitely won't be disappointed. On the down side the entrance fee is a steep EUR16.50 but this inlcudes an audio guide. |
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Gaudi's unfinished masterpiece is arguably Barcelona's best-known site and a 'must-see'. Some say you don't need to go inside to appreciate it as the photos you see of it are always taken from outside. But it's interesting to see what it will look like when it's finished and you only see this by visiting the exhibition which is inside. |
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Barcelona's Gothic Quarter ( Barri Gotic ) is not to be missed for a real taste of old Barcelona.It occupies what was formerly an ancient Roman Village. This is immediately evident from the Gothic monuments and Roman Walls surrounding the area and the stunning Cathedral. As you walk around you have the feeling of being back in time and there are usually a few buskers playing classical music which adds further to the old world atmosphere. There are a host of interesting little shops along the narrow streets and side alleys where you are sure to pick up an original gift. Some areas of the Gothic Quarter are known to be seedy at night time but if you keep your wits about you, its generally a fine area to socialise in. The Gothic Quarters' central location makes it an ideal place to stay and budget accommodation is quite plentiful here. |
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Scam, do not pay 8€ to enter. All you will see is scaffolding, the best views of this fantastic builing are from the park outside, very disappointing inside due to building works |
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An important collection of Picasso’s work, the Museu Picasso houses a variety of the artist’s produce from across a range of his different eras, including early sketches, ceramics and a detailed study of his wonderful Las Meninas project. |
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An incredible village built for the 1929 International Exhibition to showcase Spanish architecture, Poble Espanyol is a beautiful place to spend a half a day. Dozens of restaurants and handcraft shops are peppered around the village but the tourist trap elements are easily ignored and the tiny winding streets and ornate facades ensure Poble Espanyol provides a beautiful location for your holiday photos and a relaxed atmosphere for your trip. Note that there is a small entry fee. |
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Easily accessible as a day trip from Barcelona, Figueres is home to the great Dali Museum. The train takes under two hours from Barcelona and the museum is clearly marked from the station. The artist designed the museum himself and the collections benefit from the artist’s efforts in presenting his works according to his taste and eye. The building itself is fascinating: a circular maze with lots of side-chambers and passageways presenting particular pieces. Recommended for anyone with even a passing interest in Dali’s work or in art exhibitions generally, due to the skill used in planning the exhibition space. |
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I Took 3 american girls for a photocircuit at Ciutadella park and Triumph Arch and had lots of fun.
Nadya and her friends wanted us to take pictures of them while going around and shopping at the Triuph Arch area in Barcelona. There was a big blue sky and a warm sunshine, the pictures look great and we had a lot fun. |
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When in Barcelona, you have to visit really - fabulous stadium. Would love to go for a match - I ended up going to the local Barca derby as it happens but in Espanyol's ground. Recommended too - but Camp Nou is outstanding. |
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