11 days in Barcelona Itinerary

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

Get some historical perspective at Basilica de la Sagrada Familia and Ciutat Vella. Parc Guell and Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic) are good opportunities to explore the local culture. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Barcelona: Tarragona (Pont del Diable, Catedral Basilica Metropolitana Primada de Tarragona, &more), Girona (Patronat Call de Girona & Girona Cathedral) and Iglesia Parroquial de Sant Mateu de Vilanna (in Bescano). There's much more to do: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, take a stroll through Las Ramblas, take an in-depth tour of Museu d'Història de Barcelona MUHBA, and pause for some serene contemplation at Parish Church of Sant Roma.

To see maps, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Barcelona online driving holiday planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Barcelona International Airport, Girona Airport and Reus Air Base. In May, daily temperatures in Barcelona can reach 71°F, while at night they dip to 57°F.