What to do in Barcelona in 3 days
Prices checked in October 2026
Barcelona mixes Gaudí, medieval streets and the sea. In three days you see the main works, walk the old town and still have time for the beach and Montjuïc.
Itinerary
Day 1: Gaudí
- Sagrada Família (timed entry).
- Passeig de Gràcia: Casa Batlló and La Pedrera.
- Afternoon in the Gràcia neighbourhood.
Day 2: old town and the sea
- Gothic Quarter and Cathedral.
- La Boqueria market and La Rambla.
- El Born and Santa Maria del Mar.
- Sunset at Barceloneta.
Day 3: Park Güell and Montjuïc
- Park Güell first thing (timed entry).
- Montjuïc: castle, viewpoints and the Miró Foundation.
- Dinner in Poble-sec (Carrer de Blai, pintxos).
Approximate prices
- Sagrada Família: basic / with towerverifiedofficial website€26 / €36
- Park Güellofficial website≈ €18
- Casa Batllófrom ≈ €35
- 10-ride card (T-casual)≈ €13
- Lunch set menu / tapas dinner€15–20 / €20–35
- Hostel bed / 3-star hotel (night)€35–55 / €120–200
Prices change: confirm on the official website before paying. Those marked ≈ are approximate.
Budget per person
Lodging, food, transport and tickets for 3 days, excluding flights.
Budget
Whole trip
US$ 240–US$ 330
Per day: US$ 80–US$ 110
Balanced
Whole trip
US$ 510–US$ 720
Per day: US$ 170–US$ 240
Premium
Whole trip
US$ 1,140–US$ 1,650
Per day: US$ 380–US$ 550
Tips
- Sagrada Família and Park Güell only sell timed tickets: buy online before you go.
- Watch your phone and wallet on La Rambla and the metro: pickpockets are common.
- Barcelona's tourist tax is charged per night and is among the highest in Europe.
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