Discover Barcelona’s 200 best Summer spots for your trip

PortAventura Theme Park Entry Ticket

★ 4.3 · 1,135 reviews

Discover PortAventura, Spain's largest theme park on the Costa Daurada near Salou. Spend a full day tackling rollercoasters and rides across themed zones, a worthwhile trip beyond central Barcelona for those with time to spare.

Sunrise Paddleboarding with Instructor and Photos

★ 4.8 · 1,047 reviews

Glide across the calm water off Poblenou beach as the sun comes up. Get hands-on instruction for beginners plus included photos, capturing the quiet morning light without any crowds.

Skatepark Mar Bella

★ 4.5 · 1,595 reviews

Discover Skatepark Mar Bella, a free beachside spot in Sant Martí loved by locals. Ride the ramps yourself or simply watch skaters of all levels, dropping in for a quick look or staying for hours.

La Barceloneta

Wander the tight grid of La Barceloneta, Barcelona's old fishermen's quarter between harbor and beach. Stroll narrow streets hung with laundry, duck into old-school seafood taverns for rice and fried fish, then walk the promenade toward the marina or beach.

Platja de la Mar Bella

★ 4.4 · 2,449 reviews

Discover Platja de la Mar Bella, one of Barcelona's easygoing city beaches. Settle onto the sand in the regular stretch or the designated nudist section, and aim for a mellow morning visit before the afternoon crowds roll in.

Piscina Municipal de Montjuïc

★ 3.9 · 1,910 reviews

Discover the Olympic diving pool on Montjuïc's clifftop. Take a dip or stretch out poolside while the city skyline and harbour unfold below you.

PADI Discover Scuba Diving

★ 4.7 · 1,122 reviews

Try scuba diving off the Barcelona coast with zero experience required. Learn basic underwater skills with a PADI instructor, then dive along the coastline to explore the scenery beneath the surface.

Tibidabo Amusement Park

★ 4.4 · 48,580 reviews

Discover Tibidabo Amusement Park, perched atop Barcelona's highest mountain since 1899. Ride vintage attractions alongside newer ones, then soak in sweeping city views next to the Sagrat Cor church on a half-day family outing.

Basilica of the Sagrada Familia

★ 4.8 · 329,929 reviews

Step inside Gaudí's Sagrada Familia, a basilica still rising after more than a century of work. Wander beneath tree-like stone columns as stained glass washes the nave in shifting color, then compare the lush Nativity façade with the stark Passion façade.

Piscines Bernat Picornell

★ 3.9 · 2,827 reviews

Dive into Piscines Bernat Picornell, Montjuïc's Olympic-standard swimming pools. Swim laps in the same waters used at the 1992 Games and 2013 World Championships, then combine your visit with the hill's other Olympic venues nearby.

Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump

★ 4.9 · 2,916 reviews

Head out from Barcelona for a full day exploring the Costa Brava's rugged coastline. Paddle a sea kayak between cliffs, snorkel through clear water, and leap off rocky ledges before hotel pickup wraps up the day.

Playa de Bogatell

★ 4.4 · 3,738 reviews

Discover Playa de Bogatell, the city beach where locals go for a lively but manageable scene. Settle onto a rented sunbed, grab a drink at a beach bar, and soak up the sand, sun, and people-watching without Barceloneta's intensity.

Club Natació Atlètic Barceloneta

★ 4.4 · 2,904 reviews

Discover Club Natació Atlètic Barceloneta, a seafront swim and fitness club on Plaça del Mar. Swim laps in the indoor or outdoor pools, hit the gym, and soak in Mediterranean views like a local rather than a tourist.

Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium

★ 4.4 · 25,495 reviews

Step onto the grounds of Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium, the centrepiece of the 1992 Barcelona Games. Walk the arena that once hosted the opening ceremonies, then take in views over the Olympic Ring before exploring the nearby cluster of Montjuïc's Olympic venues.

Spotify Camp Nou

★ 4.6 · 169,453 reviews

Step into Spotify Camp Nou, one of the world's largest football stadiums and home to FC Barcelona since 1957. Explore the museum's trophies and Messi-era history, seeing the stadium itself amid its ongoing Espai Barça renovation.

Teatro Flamenco Barcelona

★ 4.9 · 707 reviews

Discover Teatro Flamenco Barcelona, a dedicated stage near the Born built for full-length performances. Watch dancers and musicians deliver an intense, complete show, drink in hand, in a setting far from the crowded tourist tablaos.

Bunkers del Carmel

★ 4.7 · 4,008 reviews

Climb up to Bunkers del Carmel, a former Civil War battery turned into Barcelona's favorite informal viewpoint. Settle onto the concrete platforms with a picnic and watch the sun set over a panorama stretching from Sagrada Família to the sea.

Los Tarantos

★ 4.4 · 2,867 reviews

Step into Los Tarantos, Barcelona's oldest flamenco stage tucked into Plaça Reial since 1963. Get close enough to feel the stamp of feet on the floor as dancers, guitarists, and singers deliver a short, intense show before dinner in the Gothic Quarter.

PALAU DALMASES

★ 4.6 · 2,534 reviews

Step into Palau Dalmases, a 17th-century noble residence tucked in the Gothic Quarter. Sip an included drink in the candlelit courtyard before settling into the vaulted hall for flamenco set to guitar and hand percussion.

Casa Batlló

★ 4.7 · 216,693 reviews

Step inside Gaudí's House of Bones, where an existing townhouse was reimagined into a dreamlike masterpiece. Follow the interactive multimedia tour through curving corridors, a light-filled stairwell, and dragon-scaled rooftop views free of straight lines.

El Duende by Tablao Flamenco Cordobes

★ 4.9 · 1,559 reviews

Discover El Duende, an intimate flamenco tablao tucked just off La Rambla. Sit close enough to feel the dancers' footwork through the floor as live guitar and singing fill the small, energetic room.

Park Güell

★ 4.4 · 240,256 reviews

Explore Park Güell, Gaudí's fantastical hillside garden above Barcelona. Wander past the mosaic salamander and column-filled hypostyle hall, trace the tiled serpentine bench, and take in sweeping views over the city to the sea.

La Pedrera - Casa Milà

★ 4.6 · 113,342 reviews

Discover La Pedrera, Gaudí's wave-like stone apartment building in Barcelona. Wander the rooftop's twisting, helmet-shaped chimneys, explore a period-furnished apartment, and dive into an exhibition on Gaudí's design methods.

Costa Brava Day Tour with Boat Trip

★ 4.8 · 1,461 reviews

Escape Barcelona for a full day along the Costa Brava's rugged coastline. Explore charming fishing villages on land, then hop aboard a boat to soak in the coves, cliffs, and turquoise water from the sea.

W Barcelona

★ 4.4 · 18,871 reviews

Spot the W Barcelona's sail-shaped silhouette from the Barceloneta promenade. Walk or bike the beachfront to catch its glass form catching the light at sunset, or stop for a drink with a view at the rooftop bar.

Gran Teatre del Liceu

★ 4.7 · 14,904 reviews

Step into Barcelona's grand opera house on La Rambla, restored to its original horseshoe-shaped splendor after the 1994 fire. Take your seat under gilded ceilings and tiered boxes for a night of opera, ballet, or classical music.

Montjuïc Castle

★ 4.4 · 61,688 reviews

Discover Montjuïc Castle, a 17th-century hilltop fortress with a dark past. Walk the ramparts for sweeping views over the port and city, explore exhibitions on its history, and pair it with the cable car ride up or the surrounding gardens.

Sunset or Day Catamaran Cruise with Tapa & Drink

★ 4.5 · 3,403 reviews

Set sail along Barcelona's coastline aboard a catamaran, choosing between a day sail or a lively sunset departure. Take in the shoreline and skyline views from the water while enjoying a tapa and drink included on this ninety-minute cruise.

Midday or Sunset Sailing with Open Bar and Snacks

★ 4.8 · 2,575 reviews

Set sail off the coast of Barcelona for a relaxed two-hour catamaran cruise. Sip from the open bar, snack onboard, and soak up the coastline light, whether you choose the midday sun or sunset glow.

Daytime or Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Music

★ 4.3 · 6,859 reviews

Set sail on a catamaran cruise along Barcelona's coastline. Relax for ninety minutes with music on board as you take in open-water views of the city skyline and Montjuïc, choosing a daytime sail or a livelier sunset departure.