24 hours in Barcelona

1

Park Güell

Blurring the lines between city garden, theme park and art installation, Park Güell is a sprawling, technicolor delight. And with its unbeatable views of the city below, it’s the perfect vantage point to get the lay of the land and scope out the attractions to come!Travel pass in hand, soak up the morning sun in this stunning park, designed by Antoni Gaudí himself in 1926. If you’re a fan of ‘God’s Architect’, you’ll already know what to expect, but the park is the perfect introduction to this maverick Modernista’s inimitable style.

2

La Pedrera - Casa Milà

Explore the roof terrace, admire the building's peculiar chimney pots, and enjoy a unique view of the city. It's easy to see why Casa Milà (known locally as La Pedrera) is one of Gaudí's masterpieces. He designed the house for wealthy businessman Pere Milà and his wife, and it's a must-see while you're in the city!

3

Gaudí Experience

Settle into a 4D sensory spectacle. Mixing psychedelic visuals, 7.1 surround sound, and moving seats with special effects, you’ll get inside the inner workings of Gaudí’s head.
In this 30-minute show, you’ll see the world as Antonio himself saw it. As enthralling as it is inspiring, maybe it’s all you’ll need to unlock your inner visionary architect!

4

Montjuïc Cable Car

This serene cable car is the perfect way to get a literal overview of the city in a few minutes – plus its efficient and enjoyable. The recently-refurbished cars (always reassuring when you’re dangling hundreds of feet above the ground) will glide you to the top of Montjuïc Hill, where the breathtaking views continue.

5

MACBA – Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art

Spend the afternoon admiring the 5,000+ works of modern art at the MACBA. With works from the 1940s right up to the present day, there’s something to delight even the most jaded of art critics.
Designed by Richard Meier, the glassy building itself is achingly cool (figuratively and literally – the air conditioning is a welcome respite from the afternoon sun) and a must during your 24 hours in Barcelona!

6

Tarantos Flamenco Show

By now, the sun will be setting… but there are still a few precious hours to make the most of. Take a load off and prepare for a thrilling performance in Barcelona’s oldest Flamenco club.
It’s impossible not to get swept up in this explosion of music, movement, and color, and you’ll be awestruck by the impossibly-talented performers as they fly across the stage.