10 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.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Basilica de la Sagrada Familia and Casa Batllo. Do your shopping at La Boqueria and Opera Lounge. Change things up with these side-trips from Barcelona: Vila Vella (Old Town) (in Tossa de Mar), Begur (Platja Fonda, Cala de l'Illa Roja, &more) and Tamariu (La playa de Tamariu & Aigua Xelida). Spend the 13th (Sat) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. There's still lots to do: stroll around Parc Guell, wander the streets of Passeig de Gracia, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Barcelona Cathedral, and admire the masterpieces at Museu Picasso.

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If you are flying in from Iceland, the closest major aiports are Barcelona International Airport, Girona Airport and Reus Air Base. In July, daytime highs in Barcelona are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.