Park, Lookout

One of architect Gaudí’s most famous works, and one you simply must not miss when visiting Barcelona, is Park Güell, a vast park featuring rich architectural elements, which once captivated even the painter Salvador Dalí. [btn "Book your hotel in Barcelona in advance" https://www.booking.com/city/es/barcelona.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barcelona-park-guell] This fairytale park is full of fascinating colourful sculptures, structures, walls and…

Park, Lookout

One of Barcelona’s key attractions is undoubtedly the vast Montjuïc hill, which stretches along the southern side 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. [btn "Book your hotel in advance to get a discount" https://www.booking.com/city…

Temple, Amusement park, Lookout

If you fancy a bit of fun in Barcelona, then head to Tibidabo Amusement Park, situated on the mountain of the same name, which is over 500 metres high. It is here that you’ll be treated to one of the most beautiful views of the whole of Barcelona. One of the main landmarks at the summit of Tibidabo is the beautiful neo-Gothic Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Barcelona" https://www.booking.com/city/es/barcelona…

Skyscraper, Lookout

Barcelona's third tallest skyscraper rises 144 metres high and catches the eye at first sight with its bullet-shaped glass façade that reflects the colours of the surrounding buildings and sky. [btn "The best accommodation in Barcelona" https://www.booking.com/city/es/barcelona.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barcelona-torre-glories] Torre Glories was only opened in 2005 (then under the name Torre Agbar) and quickly became one of Barcelona's icons…

Basilica, Lookout

The Catholic church of Santa Maria del Mar is one of Barcelona’s oldest and most significant religious monuments. The basilica was built in a record-breaking 55 years for that era, between 1329 and 1383. The church is a magnificent example of Catalan Gothic architecture, with a consistent style evident in both its exterior and interior – a feature that is entirely unique amongst medieval buildings of a similar size. [btn "The best…

Cable car, Lookout

The iconic red cable cars that span Barcelona’s Port Vell harbour not only provide transport from Montjuïc Park to Barceloneta beach, but are also a very popular tourist attraction. As the cable car runs relatively high above the ground, the journey offers some of the most beautiful views of Barcelona and the Mediterranean Sea. [btn "Find the best hotel in Barcelona" https://www.booking.com/city/es/barcelona.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p…

Castle, Lookout

Montjuïc Hill, towering above the harbour and the old town, has always been in a strategically advantageous position for the city’s defence, which is why a defensive castle has stood on its summit since 1640. The building, which is very well preserved and has undergone only minor renovations, is fully open to visitors. [btn "Book a hotel in Barcelona now" https://www.booking.com/city/es/barcelona.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-barcelona-castell] …