Montjuïc’s views, lunch on the Arenas rooftop and a finish by the sea.
10:001
Montjuïc viewpoints 150 min
Bus 150 from Plaça d’Espanya up the hill (the Montjuïc funicular is closed for works). The Miramar viewpoint, the outside of the castle walls and city views from the gardens.
12:30
Walk · 20 min
Down through the gardens and the MNAC stairs to Plaça d’Espanya.
12:502
Plaça d’Espanya & lunch on the Arenas rooftop 130 min
Lunch with a view on the rooftop of the old bullring, Arenas de Barcelona (free via the mall’s inside lifts).
15:00
Metro · 25 min
L3 from Espanya to Drassanes and a walk to the sea (or L3 + L4 to Barceloneta).
15:253
Barceloneta beach 155 min
Finish the day at the seaside cafés.
🌅 Sunset is around 17:25 in December and 21:30 in June; enter your dates and the planner shows the exact time for your day.
La Rambla, La Boqueria (lunch) & the Gothic Quarter 210 min
A tasting stroll through La Boqueria and lunch at its counter bars, then the Gothic Quarter’s historic lanes: Plaça Reial, Pont del Bisbe and the cathedral square.
Inside Montjuïc Castle, the view from the MNAC terrace and pintxos on Carrer de Blai.
10:001
Montjuïc Castle (inside) 100 min
Bus 150 from Plaça d’Espanya up the hill (the Montjuïc funicular is closed for works). The castle courtyard, the historic walls and a 360° view of the port.
The mosaic façade of the Palau de la Música Catalana, a Modernista gem, the lanes of Sant Pere and the palm-lined Passeig de Lluís Companys up to the Arc de Triomf.
Inside Poble Espanyol, MNAC and Montjuïc Castle; closing on the Arenas rooftop and with pintxos in Poble Sec. The castle opens at 10:00, so the day starts in Poble Espanyol’s quiet morning.
09:001
Poble Espanyol (inside) 90 min
Squares, streets and craft workshops copied from all over Spain; first thing in the morning it is at its quietest for photos.
Times are for a typical weekday. Some places open later or close on Sundays and Mondays; enter your dates and the planner adjusts the route.
Frequently asked questions
Which sights do you go inside in 3 days in Barcelona?
Relaxed pace: no museum visits; landmarks are seen from outside. Balanced pace: Sagrada Família, Casa Batlló, Park Güell and Montjuïc Castle. Packed pace: Sagrada Família, Casa Milà, Casa Batlló, Barcelona Cathedral, Park Güell, Palau Güell, Poble Espanyol, MNAC and Montjuïc Castle.
How far ahead should I book tickets?
Timed tickets sell out fast. Our advice: Sagrada Família at least 21 days ahead; Casa Batlló at least 7 days ahead; Park Güell at least 7 days ahead; Casa Milà at least 7 days ahead; Palau Güell at least 3 days ahead; Barcelona Cathedral at least 2 days ahead; Montjuïc Castle at least 1 day ahead; Poble Espanyol at least 1 day ahead; MNAC at least 1 day ahead.
What should I watch out for on Sundays and Mondays?
Palau Güell and MNAC are closed on Mondays. On Sundays some places open later: Sagrada Família at 10:30, Santa Maria del Mar at 13:00 and Barcelona Cathedral at 14:00. Enter your dates and the planner reorders the days and switches to the Sunday versions for you.
Is 3 days enough for Barcelona?
Three days is the most recommended length to really get to know the city: Gaudí, the old town and Montjuïc each get their own day.
How do I fit the route to my own arrival and departure times?
Enter the city, your arrival and departure times and your pace in the planner on the home page. It trims the route around your flights, skips closed days, works out ticket deadlines and lets you download a PDF.