Park, Lookout

One of architect Antoni Gaudí’s most famous works is Park Güell, a vast park full of colourful mosaics, unusual structures and architectural features inspired by nature. Thanks to its location on a steep hillside, it also offers magnificent views of Barcelona and, on a clear day, of the sea. The park has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984. In my opinion, Park Güell is one of the places you shouldn’t miss on your first visit to…

Park, Lookout

One of Barcelona’s key attractions is undoubtedly the vast Montjuïc hill, which stretches along the southern edge of the city, just above the port of Barcelona. It is hard to believe that such an oasis of peace and greenery is situated so close to a bustling metropolis. The vast area offers a wealth of cultural attractions, botanical gardens and places to relax. Rising to a height of 213 metres, the hill provides the ideal spot to relax in the…

Park, Zoo

On hot summer days, walking around the city can quickly leave you feeling tired. As well as Montjuïc Hill, a popular natural attraction and park, you can visit a spacious city park right in the city centre to relax. What’s more, you’ll find plenty of attractions and entertainment options here. [btn "The best accommodation in Barcelona" https://www.booking.com/city/es/barcelona.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barcelona-ciutadella] The park’s name…

Monastery, Mountain, Cable car, Museum

There are plenty of sights to visit right in Barcelona itself, but if you’re spending at least 3 or 4 days in the city, I’d definitely not miss out on a trip to Montserrat. The Benedictine monastery lies about 50 km from Barcelona, set amidst an unusual rocky massif. Most people come here for the basilica and the Black Madonna, but in my opinion, the surrounding countryside, the views and the short and full-day hiking trails are at least as…