![]() ![]() Spanning big-hitters and under-the-radar gems, these are the best things to do in Barcelona-the Catalan-speaking city's most unmissable spots. Consider this your capsule edit of attractions: the definitive list of what to do in Barcelona for the time-smart traveler, from art, iconic parks, and performing arts spaces to so much more. ![]() From a secret maze to a hilltop fairground, Barcelona’s to-do list is every bit as varied as it is pure fun Antoni Gaudí’s color-pop architecture ensures that dull moments simply don’t exist here. If it’s sun you want, it’s sun you shall get-but the beach is only one option. Find world-renowned museums that showcase artistic legends and rising stars, markets rich in local produce, and panoramic viewing platforms to take in the iconic architecture. The soul-caressing Spanish climate might set Barcelona up as an outdoor city, but its indoor activities have kudos, too. ![]()
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