Location: Barcelona
Top Things to do in Barcelona
10 Things to do Good for Kids in Barcelona That You Shouldn't Miss
Barcelona feels a bit surreal – appropriate, since Salvador Dali spent time here and Spanish Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí designed several of the city’s buildings. Stepping into Gaudí’s Church of the Sacred Family is a bit like falling through the looking glass - a journey that you can continue with a visit to Park Güell. Sip sangria at a sidewalk café in Las Ramblas while watching flamboyant street performers, then create your own moveable feast by floating from tapas bar to tapas bar.
Restaurants in Barcelona
1. Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39,946 reviews
The Central historical part of Barcelona, located between the streets of Rambla and Laetana.
Reviewed By HelenaLoenberg - Holstebro, Denmark
Great spot to walk around and find different cozy restaurants, cafés, cocktail bars, shops etc. beautiful area!! Our favorite spot in Barcelona
2. Mercat de la Boqueria
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4.5 based on 26,088 reviews
This popular food market sells some of the freshest fruit, vegetables and seafood in Barcelona.
Reviewed By 712lees - Singapore, Singapore
Amazing market with lots of fresh food fresh fruits flowers chocolates nuts spices olive oil sea salts Jamon ham at reasonable prices !! It’s amazing and open everyday except closed on Sundays.
3. Port Vell
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4.5 based on 1,296 reviews
This lively harbor, full of yachts and cruise ships, is home to a popular entertainment complex, featuring a mall, several restaurants, a movie theater and an aquarium.
4. Parc d’Atraccions Tibidabo
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4.5 based on 7,660 reviews
Welcome to a magical place. And one of Barcelona’s landmarks. We invite you to take a tour through our Amusement Park - now over 100 years old and one of the oldest in the world, yet still constantly improving. Learn about our history, explore the magical open spaces, enjoy all the rides and attractions - old favourites as well as the latest ones we’ve just opened - and enjoy all the thrills that have been designed for kids, teenagers and adults alike. To top it all, you get amazing views over the city of Barcelona! You’ll find more than 30 attractions and great shows for all ages, as well as street theatre - which makes walking around the Park a fun attraction in itself. We also offer a range of other services including restaurants and cafes with incredible views, indoor dining, picnic areas, and everything you need to make your visit to the Park as enjoyable as possible.
Reviewed By barri45 - Oslo, Norway
Well worth a visit to enjoy the view from the highest point in Barcelona. A visit inside the church is a must. Take the bus up and down.
5. Ciutat Vella
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4.5 based on 3,133 reviews
This fascinating area is steeped in history, with city hall located in the same spot where kings once reigned. You'll find narrow streets and squares here, with Gothic mansions, museums, historic churches, bars and restaurants. The Placa del Rei is reputedly the place where King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella welcomed Columbus after his voyage to America.
Reviewed By melb0urnef00die
We walked this area almost everyday and there's always a shop or place that we only just noticed while walking past. Includes Basilica de Santa Maria del Pi and the Cathedral of Barcelona
6. Museu d'Historia de Barcelona - MUHBA
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4.5 based on 2,133 reviews
Ancient and medieval Barcelona in the monumental ensemble beneath Plaça del Rei, organised in the 20th century. A tour through 4,000 square metres in an underground archaeological site that takes us from Barcino to Barcinona. Exhibition on the emergence of the medieval city. Visit to the Palau Reial Major palace.
Reviewed By Basspohl - Lansing, United States
My 17 and 21 year old daughters, husband and I visited this museum on a weekday afternoon. There was no line and in fact few other visitors while we were there. There was a very interesting display of Barcelona and surrounding region from prehistory through the 13th century, including tools, currency, and life story. For me the real magic is UNDER the MUHBA where Roman ruins have been excavated. The manner in which they are presented, with audio and written explanations of the city composition, clothes dying and washing, wine making, roads, and manner in which structures were reused was fascinating for all of us. The price was the deal of our Barcelona visit, at 7 euros per adult and 5 euros per student.
7. CosmoCaixa
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4.5 based on 4,120 reviews
CosmoCaixa offers its visitors a whole host of activities and permanent and temporary exhibitions to give anyone who is interested a greater insight into the world of science. The museum’s most distinctive attractions include the new permanent exhibition “The Universe Gallery” where visitors can learn about the cosmos and its evolution from the big bang to the present day. An interactive experience beginning with the creation of the cosmos and going on to explore the evolution of the species and the innermost workings of the human brain. The "Flooded Forest” recreates the ecosystem of the Amazon inside a glass house covering an area of 1,000 m2, which is home to piranhas, crocodiles and other animal and plant species typical of the area, and the “Geological Wall” consists of seven vast sections of genuine rock that allow us to interpret the world’s geology.
Reviewed By H9855BFjessicab - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
Entry is only €4 per person (adult) which is a bargain then you can pay extra for certain exhibits such as a planetarium. There is enough to see and do without these but if you have children it is worth considering as they seemed to be more aimed at kids. The main attraction is the flooded forest which was beautiful to see and the second main attraction was a large science room with a great many interactive activities which were entertaining and educational for children and adults alike. If you do have children you could easily spend a good few hours and make a day of it. As two adults we spent far longer here than at the aquarium and so this museum is very good value for money. Didn't have any issues as an english speaker as all information signs had full English translations. There's lots to do and learn for children and I imagine it would keep them well entertained. I would also recommend adults without children to visit, as there is much to reflect and learn about as an adult whether it is about protecting our rainforests, the increasing reliance on robot technology or even to just remember your childish curiosity and thirst for knowledge. Thoroughly enjoyed our visit. A bit out of the way of the main more touristy parts of the city but easy enough to get to on the metro then a short walk (but be warned that it is uphill). Has picnic and restaurant facilities.
8. Parc de la Ciutadella
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4.5 based on 7,545 reviews
The 44 acres (18 hectares) are home to Castell dels Tres Dragons, the Umbracle (plant house) and Hivernacle (glass house).
Reviewed By Chow_TW - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
One of the larger parks in central Barcelona, Parc de la Ciutadella has alot to offer, being near the Zoo (which requires a ticket purchase), as well as some other historic landmarks like the Castle of the Three Dragons. However, even if you arent the photo-taking type, this park has alot of sitting areas (benches or grass patches) where you can escape the crowds in other parts of Barcelona. There are also many locals who use the space for exercise or practising their hobbies so you almost feel like you are immersing with everyday life here. Spent a good few hours here just wandering around and lazing with friends in a very people-friendly green space!
9. Museu d'Historia de Catalunya
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4.5 based on 809 reviews
The Museum of the History of Catalonia, have the purpose "to conserve, exhibit and raise awareness of the history of Catalonia as our joint heritage and to strengthen citizens' sense of identification with the nation's history". In order to achieve these objectives, the museum "is to encourage and organise activities to raise awareness of the history of Catalonia and to co-operate with others to increase the study and dissemination of this history".
Reviewed By Dcharz
Definitely recommend this museum if you want to learn more about Catalonia. Was 6 euros and you can easily spend a couple hours here. You follow the history of the region chronologically, and the exhibits are also kid friendly and equally interesting for adults! Most information is in Catalan, Spanish and English, however some of the information about specific artefacts was not in English (but I didn't mind this, you still get the idea). Really informative, and you can end by checking you the beautiful view of the harbor from the roof! You don't need to eat at the restaurant to see it.
10. L'Eixample District
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4.5 based on 747 reviews
Barcelona's 19th-century historic district where visitors find works by famous architects such as Gaudí and Ildefons Cerdà.
Reviewed By 51danielled57 - Melbourne, Australia
This area is full of beauty and architecture, as well as high-end shops. I prefer the first, the buidlings, not the shops! Every building has elaborate architecture, and even the lamp posts have been made to look incredible. Take your time to look around by walking, and looking up to see buidling details that give this area it's grandeur. You will find some of Gaudi's work here too. And if you have cash to spare, the Passeig de Gracia high-end stores will take care of that
