There is a dizzying array of things to do in Barcelona – so many that it can be hard to narrow it down. After you’ve ticked the boxes on Antoni Gaudí’s Modernisme masterpieces – Sagrada Familia, Casa Batlló and La Pedrera – escape the crowds and explore some of the city’s lesser-known architectural treasures, including the world’s largest Art Nouveau site, Sant Pau Recinto Modernista. Not in a sightseeing mood? Then take advantage of Barcelona’s sunny Mediterranean climate: spend the day on an urban beach, enjoy long lunches in lovely restaurants , relax with a sundowner on a hotel terrace, and keep the party going at one of the city’s many cocktail bars and nightclubs.
From must-see attractions to undiscovered local gems, these are our picks for Barcelona's best things to do..
