10 TOP Things to Do in Catalonia (2025 Activity Guide)

Sagrada Familia featuring heritage architecture, a city and skyline

Most popular experiences in Catalonia

Tours & day trips

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Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off

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Private & custom tours

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Welcome Tour to Barcelona in Private Eco Tuk Tuk

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Montserrat Tour with Cog-Wheel Train & Black Madonna Priority Access

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Adventure & outdoor

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Marrakech: Quad & Camel Ride with Sunset, Dinner & Show

Cruises & boat tours

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Barcelona: Private Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks

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What to do in Catalonia

Popular places to visit

Sagrada Familia

4.5/5(1,450 reviews)

Buildings don’t come more iconic than this extraordinary basilica which has become the symbol of Barcelona worldwide.

La Rambla

4/5(1,643 reviews)

Take a leisurely promenade along Las Ramblas to experience Barcelona life in all its colourful intensity.

PortAventura World

4.5/5(36 reviews)

A worldwide adventure awaits you in this theme park, one of Europe’s best and largest. It’s just a 90-minute drive from Barcelona.

Port de Barcelona

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Barcelona with a trip to Port de Barcelona. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.

Placa de Catalunya featuring heritage architecture, a city and a square or plaza

Plaça de Catalunya

4.5/5(1,225 reviews)

This popular Barcelona meeting point connects the old city with the new and is famous for its shopping, monuments and festival celebrations.

Barceloneta Beach

4.5/5(1,313 reviews)

The warm water of the Mediterranean Sea and aquatic sports, beach bars and nightlife combine to make this Barcelona’s most popular urban beach.

Park Güell

4.5/5(1,036 reviews)

A surprise awaits you at every turn in this fantasmagorical park with fabulous views over the city.

Passeig de Gràcia

4/5(108 reviews)

One of Spain’s most expensive streets has masterworks by Gaudí, Falqués and more, interspersed with designer boutiques and rather opulent cafés.

Tossa de Mar Beach

4/5(54 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Tossa de Mar Beach, a popular beach in Tossa de Mar.

Areas of Catalonia

Downtown Barcelona

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Barcelona. Top attractions like La Rambla and Plaça de Catalunya are major draws. Catch the metro at Liceu Station or Jaume I Station to see more of the city.

Gothic Quarter

4.5/5(1,039 area reviews)

Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Gothic Quarter. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Jaume I Station or Liceu Station to see more of the city.

Eixample

4.5/5(1,463 area reviews)

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eixample. Check out top attractions like Plaça de Catalunya and Sagrada Familia, and jump on the metro at Diagonal Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.

Placa de Catalunya featuring a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

Dreta de l'Eixample

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dreta de l'Eixample. Check out top attractions like Plaça de Catalunya and La Rambla, and jump on the metro at Girona Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.

El Raval

4/5(558 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in El Raval. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Parc de Montjuic Station or Paral-lel Station to see more of the city.

La Sagrada Familia

La Sagrada Familia is a destination travellers like for its churches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Sagrada Familia Station or Sant Pau Dos de Maig to explore sights like Sagrada Familia.

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