6 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 out of town with these interesting Barcelona side-trips: Platja d'Aro (Cala Sa Cova, Cala Sa Conca, &more), Camino de Ronda (in S'Agaro) and PortAventura (in Salou). There's lots more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, contemplate the long history of Vila Vella (Old Town), ponder the design of The Magic Fountain, and glide peacefully along the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area.

For other places to visit, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Barcelona travel itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from Italy, the closest major aiports are Barcelona International Airport, Girona Airport and Reus Air Base. In August, daily temperatures in Barcelona can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 25°C.