BARCELONA
The 2nd largest city in Spain. Where Culture & Coastlines Collide - Welcome to your one-stop guide to exploring one of Europe’s most vibrant and creative cities. We didn’t just visit Barcelona; we lived it. Over the course of a month, we settled into daily life here with our kids, balancing everyday routines with awe-inspiring sights and spontaneous adventures and crafty activities. From Gaudí’s surreal architecture and bustling markets to quiet neighbourhood gems and kid-friendly parks, Barcelona offered us a beautiful blend of culture, coastline, and connection. In this section, you’ll find our favourite things to do in Barcelona, family travel tips, honest insights, and hidden corners we fell in love with — all designed to help you experience the city like a local (even if you’re just passing through).
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THE CITY OF GAUDI
Welcome to Barcelona, Part of our Spain Travel Series – Come with us as we spend a month living in Barcelona – Barcelona isn’t just a city; it’s a feeling. From Gaudí’s dreamlike architecture to golden beaches, leafy plazas, and late-night tapas, this Mediterranean gem has something for every kind of traveler — especially families.
We spent a full month living in Barcelona with our kids, experiencing the city beyond the guidebooks — from quiet neighbourhood cafés to playgrounds, outdoor areas, beach days, getting lost in the streets with washing hanging up and a spontaneous museum jaunt.
In this section of our travel blog, we share our favourite things to do in Barcelona with kids, practical travel tips, cultural insights, and honest stories from our time living here. Whether you’re planning a short stay or dreaming of a slow travel experience like ours, this is your go-to guide to discover Barcelona — the way locals (and families) do. Barcelona Slow Travel with Kids | Barcelona Itineraries: 24 Hours in Barcelona | 3 Days in Barcelona | A Romantic Weekend in Barcelona | 5 Days in Barcelona | 1 Week in Barcelona.​
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BARCELONA MUST DO'S
Read the full list here
Sagrada Família
Park Güell
Casa Batlló & Casa Milà (La Pedrera)
Magic Fountain of Montjuïc show
Gothic Quarter (Barri Gòtic)
Santa Maria del Mar Gothic church
Barceloneta Beach & Port Vell
Ciutadella Park
Montjuïc Hill Ride the cable car
Visit Montjuïc Castle with panoramic views
Sunset picnic and Bunkers del Carmel
Grab a fresh juice at La Boqueria Market Barcelona's oldest market
Mercat de Sant Antoni or Mercat de la Concepció market
Take a Tapas Tour (DIY or Guided)
Chocolate Museum (Museu de la Xocolata)
Take a ramble on La Rambla / Las Ramblas
Picasso Museum
MACBA (Contemporary Art Museum)
Palau de la Música Catalana
Visit Poble Espanyol
Moco Museum Barcelona (Banksy, Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Yayoi Kusama)
Take an Artist led Street Graffiti Tour
Gràcia Neighborhood
El Born District
Labyrinth Park of Horta
Tibidabo Amusement Park
Els Encants Flea Markets
Montserrat Monastery
Barcelona to Sitges
Barcelona to Girona
Best Things To Do in Barcelona
Barcelona is a city that effortlessly blends ancient history, bold architecture, Mediterranean sunshine, and lively street culture. After living here for a month as a family, we explored the city far beyond the typical tourist trail — and we’re sharing the highlights.
Our Favourites below. From iconic landmarks like the Sagrada Família and Park Güell to local favourites like the Gràcia neighbourhood, sunset views from the Bunkers del Carmel, and food market adventures with kids, this list rounds up the very best things to do in Barcelona. This is just a taste of what the city offers and our favourites — for the full deep dive, check out this most comprehensive check out our complete 2025 Barcelona travel guide packed with practical tips, day trips, and local insights.
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Plan Your Trip to Barcelona
These links will help you plan and book your dream holiday to Barcelona. From International flights and domestic internal flights within Spain / Barcelona. Bus tickets to get around Barcelona on a budget. The Best hotels or accommodation, the best tours and guides that we recommend to get the most out of your holiday. We've also included handy book club reads and essential Barcelona guides such as The Lonely Planet Guides that we love, as well as our personal pick travel essentials. Things that we can't be without on a trip with kids. Some personal recommendations from Fletch such as the SPF tinted lip protector that stops her breaking out in cold sores. (life saver!). The UVA/UVB Sun Tent that helps you spend all day at a beach without having to pack up for sleeps in the room. Click on the links to book what you need. Bon Voyage & happy planning!
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