Barcelona
Tickets, Museums and Football
Make sure you don’t miss a thing with our comprehensive guide to how to gain access to the cities biggest attractions.
The World famous Sagrada Familia
Barcelona Boat Party....
Santa Maria Cathedral.......
Football, Museums, and Tickets
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Barcelona is a city of entertainment, culture and history! From Picasso to Dali, from Cruyff to Messi, from Gaudi to Miro, some of the world’s most influential artists have resided in this city of flamboyance. Because of this, there are many different museums and sights to see which you will need tickets to. Tickets and entry passes are sometimes not the easiest to come by. Entrance to the Sagrada Familia can be a waiting period of up to a week in advance, or FC Barcelona are so world famous, the Camp Nou is regularly totally sold out. Here we will take you through how to get in to all the famous places, and a few hints and tips of the other smaller museums.
""Entrance to the Sagrada Familia can be a waiting period of up to a week in advance"
To do this section we will subdivide the city into the main attractions that you will need pre purchased tickets to and the other museums in the city. In the ticket section we will include all the big players of the game. Everything from the Sagrada Familia to FC Barcelona and even the city bus. In the Museum section we will go through all the various museums, most of which you do not necessarily need to purchase tickets in advance for, but in the height of the season it would probably be better off for ease of mind.
So here we go, lets plunge into the information station that is the museums of Barcelona. Lets explore everything there is to see and make sure you do not miss out on seeing any of your favourites.
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Casa Mila….
Casa Balto....
Park Guell.......
Gaudi's masterpiece........
Main Sights
The thing to see while in Barcelona.
Tickets, Main Attractions
Sagrada Familia
Without doubt the thing to see while in Barcelona. In short, La Sagrada Familia is a Basilica designed by Gaudi. However, that is but the tip of the iceberg. Construction started in 1882, and famously it is still yet to be finished! When it is complete La Sagrada Familia will be the tallest building in the city, but half a meter shorter than the mountain as Gaudi believed that nothing man made should be taller than what God can make.
Every visitor to the Sagrada Familia comes away thinking that it is absolutely stunning! This work of total genius is the site of sites to see in Barcelona. Whether you are inside or out, each intricate detail is a fine touch and has deep meaning in its architecture.
Our personal recommendation is to take an official tour of the basilica. Entry comes with an hours guided tour, and as much time as you like in the church and in the museum. Even if you opt only for the audio guide, you will need something to explain the basilica’s fine details that really show what a remarkable piece of architecture it truly is. The other piece of advice would be to most definitely book in advance! It is not unheard of to not be able to get an entry ticket for around a week from the current date. For tickets please click here.
La Sagrada Familia is just north of the Gothic Quarter, and very near the trendy Gracia district. It has it’s own metro station and linked very well by many bus lines
Just entry 19€, With audio guide €22, with guide €26
Top Tip: Given all of Gaudi’s intricate detail of genius, get a guide or audio guide to point it all out to you
Most of the year it is open from 0800-2000.
Top Tip: The basilica is not open to non Catalans on feast days. Try and aim for sunrise or sunset as the Basilica is at its most beautiful.
The main site to see and overlook the whole city.
Tickets, Main Attractions
Park Guell
Park Guell is another masterpiece from the famous architect, Antoni Gaudi. The gardens of the house are the main site to see and overlook the whole city. It not only is architecturally beautiful, it also has a truly remarkable view of the city. Gaudi designed the whole park, and you can walk around each detail of his work whilst outside.
Tours are available. They are not as vital as for the Sagrada Familia, but they certainly help. As with La Sagrada Familia, make sure to buy tickets in advance as only 400 people are allowed in each hour. For tickets, please click here.
Park Guell is right at the back of the city, on top a hill overlooking the beautiful Catalan capital. It is reachable by taxi or bus, and by metro combined with a short walk.
Entry 10€, With a guide 22€.
Top Tip: Make sure to buy tickets well in advance, only 400 people are allowed in the park each hour.
Depends on the time of year but it ranges from 0730-2030.
Top Tip: If you can get there for sunrise, you can watch the sun rise over the whole city and it is beautiful!
One of the many wonderful sites to see Gaudi’s architecture in Barcelona.
Tickets, Main Attractions
Casa Mila
Casa Mila, also known as La Pedrera, is a house designed by Gaudi for a rich family during the economic boom from the industrial revolution. It is one of the many wonderful sites to see Gaudi’s architecture in Barcelona. Casa Mila has the benefit of being an entire house to look round. Not only this, but the roof itself and view of the city that comes from it, is truly magnificent. For tickets please click here.
Casa Mila is situated on the world famous Passeig de Gracia. A street for the rich and famous, with easy access by all form of public transport.
24€ or 31€ depending what time of day you go. Top Tip – Save 3€ by booking in advance online
0900 – 2030.
Top Tip: Going round the house will take roughly 60-90 minutes.
One of the many wonderful sites to see Gaudi’s architecture in Barcelona.
Tickets, Main Attractions
Casa Batllo
Casa Batllo is another masterpiece by Antoni Gaudi. Purposely designed for one of the rich family’s in Barcelona, this mansion is well worth a visit! It was originally designed in 1904 and is the definition of modernism. It is a great example for anyone wanting to see anything typically Gaudi. For tickets please click here.
Casa Batllo is half way down Passeig de Gracia, very near the metro station which is on the purple, yellow and green lines.
25€
Top Tip: All children under the age of 7 go free!
0900 – 2000
Top Tip: It will take about one hour to see the whole house.
Gaudi’s first major project in the Catalan Capital
Tickets, Main Attractions
Palau Guell
Gaudi’s first major project in the Catalan Capital, Palau Guell is often seen as the “birth of a genius”. Now a UNESCO World Heritage site, and today is a symbol of Catalan Nationalism, Palau Guell is one of the only pieces of Gaudi you can see in the Old City today. It is just off Las Ramblas, on Nou de la Rambla in the up and coming Raval district. For tickets, please click here.
12€
Top Tip: Save money by booking with a “Barcelona Card”
10:00- 20:00
Top Tip: Closed on all Mondays and many public holidays
Purpose made village that shows all of Spain in one town.
Tickets, Main Attractions
Poble Espanyol
Built in 1929, Poble Espanyol is a purpose made village that shows all of Spain in one town. It has replica buildings of those found as far away as Seville and Bilbao. You can enter every building, and many have workshops and various daily events in. All of which show off Spanish life, and what it is like to live in the different autonomous regions of Spain. It is also home to one of the most popular night clubs in the city, La Terazza. It lies just at the bottom of Montjuic mountain, to the north of Placa Espanya. For tickets please click here.
€12.60 Top Tip – save 10€ by buying online before going
Monday from 9 am to 8 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday from 9 am to 12 midnight
Friday from 9 am to 3 am
Saturday from 9 am to 4 am
TOP TIP: One of the best nightclubs in the city is actually in the village, Terrazza.
The Olympic Stadium....
The Olympic Pool....
The view from Monjuic........
Plaza Espanya.......
Football
The largest stadium in Europe
Tickets, Football
Camp Nou Tour
The hub of the major religion in Barcelona. This is the largest stadium in Europe, home to the greatest football team on earth! FC Barcelona have won everything there is to win in the beautiful game and this is their home! Take a tour of the trophy room, sit in Messis changing room seat and even walk down the tunnel. The tour is self lead and you can spend as much time as you like in the stadium and surrounding area. Not only this, but you can go whenever you like in an allotted time section (morning or afternoon), giving you freedom to relax and not be time strained. For tickets, please click here.
The Camp Nou is situated to the West of the city centre in Les Corts. It is easily accessible by Les Corts. Palau Reial and Collblanc metro stations.
26€
Top Tip: Save 3.50€ buying in advance online
Varies year round between 0900 – 1900. You can go whenever you feel as it is self guided.
Top tip: Try not to do a tour on a match day as the stadium part of the tour is closed.
Witness sporting legends
Tickets, Football
Barcelona Tickets
So you are here on a game day! Wow! You are about to witness sporting legends. FC Barcelona is famously “Mes Que un Club” (more than a club), and now it is your time to find out why. Tickets to the game vary widely in terms of price. Depending on who Barca are playing and the section in which you sit, will dictate how much the asking price is. For instance, for El Clasico Vs Real Madrid, expect the tickets to be much more expensive and harder to get than a Spanish Cup game. The tickets are released later on than in most countries and the kick of time can change up to 7 days before. So let us see what we can do and let Lionel show you why he is the Messi-ah.
The Camp Nou is situated to the West of the city centre in Les Corts. It is easily accessible by Les Corts. Palau Reial and Collblanc metro stations.
Depends on the game
Top tip: Seat numbers in the Camp Nou are not always obvious.
Seats that are next to each other may not sound like they are not.
Depends on the game and time of year. KO time will be released one week before the game.
Top tip: Make sure you arrive in your seat 30 minutes before KO so you can soak up all the atmosphere, and make sure no one else sits in your seat!
Witness some high end Spanish football
Tickets, Football
Espanyol Tickets
Living in the shadow of the gigantic FC Barcelona, it is so often forgotten that Barcelona also has another La Liga side. Espanyol regularly play in European competitions, and their modern 40,000 seater stadium is situated to the south of city in Cornella. For any football fans, if you are hear on a day that Barca are not playing, why not go for Espanyol instead and witness some high end Spanish football. The stadium is slightly further out the city than the Camp Nou, but is much more spacious and modern when you get there. Click here for ticket information.
Depends on the game
Top tip: Save money overall by taking the metro all the way to the stadium (Cornellà-Riera).
Depends on the game and time of year. KO time will be released one week before the game.
Top tip: Sit behind the “Goal Cornella” and you will be with the ultras having the best atmosphere!
Passieg De Gracia....
The Science Museum....
The stunning Vineyards of Catalonia...
Santa Catarina Market...
Museums
The building itself is a work of art
Tickets, Museums
Joan Miro Museum
Joan Miro himself was indeed from Barcelona, and his museum here is not just full of some absolutely incredible works of art, but the building itself is a work of art. Marvel at his magnificence while also being at the top of montjuic, having a view of the city and the sea. Not only this but the museum is incredibly well priced and a true hidden gem. If you want to go twice, it is only 1 more euro and you can go as many time you like in a whole year. A wonderful way to marvel at this genius many times!
13€
Top tip: A year long pass is only 14€, so why not splash out and give yourself the ability to go back again for 1€!
Varies on day and time of year but generally is 1000-2000
Top Tip: Closed on Mondays. It is also very popular with school trips, so if you go after the school day (1500) it will be less busy.
Even housing its own rain forest inside
Tickets, Museums
CosmoCaixa
Situated right at the back of the city, near where the rich and famous live, the science museum is somehow so often forgotten about. Not only is it in a beautiful area of town, it also is fascinating, even housing its own rain forest inside. Not only this, but with the right bank account it is even free for you and a guest to enjoy!
6€
Top Tip: If you or even a friend has a Caixa bank account, you can get you can get in for free!
1000 – 2000, but closed on national holidays
Top Tip: It is very popular with school trips, so if you go after the school day (1500) it will be less busy.
The magic mountains serve great religious, historic and cultural importance
Tickets, Museums
Montserrat Museum
Just to the north of Barcelona, lies one of the most famous sights to see on this planet. Montserrat is a mountain with a Benedictine Monastery. The magic mountains serve great religious, historic and cultural importance and today acts as a symbol of Catalan nationalism. From the top of a mountain you can look over the whole of Catalonia on a good day; something the famous generals Hannibal and Napoleon in fact, both did.
The Monastery itself is beautiful, and home to one of the Saints of Catalonia; the black Madonna, one of the two patron saints of Catalonia. It is a unique sight in the catholic faith as the statue does not represent a saint, it itself is a saint, which you can even go and touch! If that was not special enough, it is also a place of extreme natural beauty. One you simply cannot miss.
The museum that is situated at the monastery is home to many pieces of local art work, many of which showing the mountain itself. Many famous artists have their art in there. Entry to the museum can be included in your ticket price as part of many of the tours. Please click here for more information.
Montserrat is an hour drive away from Barcelona, to the north just before you get to Manresa. It is also accessible by train, and takes around an hour and a half. For more information about tours and private coaches, please do click here.
Entrance 8€
Top Tip: A lot of Tours to Montserrat will have this included. Make sure you add it on for your free time!
You will see many pieces of work that are rarely ever seen,
Tickets, Museums
Picasso Museum
Picasso lived in Barcelona throughout his youth. During which time he practiced his trade, along with visiting many of the city’s brothels which was inspiration to much of his work. In this Picasso museum you will not see any of his more famous pieces, but you will see lots of his more unknown work. For any Picasso purists it is wonderful. You will see many pieces of work that are rarely ever seen, and even sketches that went into his later more famous work. The museum itself is situated in the trendy area of Born, with many chique cafes next door. For tickets please click here.
12€
Top Tip: Everyone under the age of 25 goes for free!
0900 – 1900
Top Tip: The museum is open to 2130 on Thursdays. Limited capacity, make sure to book in advance.
Explains the history of the city perfectly
Tickets, Museums
History Museum of Barcelona
The best museum in the city for pure history. It starts off a little cheesy as you are sent down in a “time machine”, an elevator with flashing lights, but after that it is a historian’s dream. It is situated right under the Placa del Rei, and will take you through the ruins of the city. You start by walking past the old roman streets, up past the Visigoth invasion, through the Moorish invasion, past the plague and Reconquista and end back in the city’s castle. It is simple and explains the history of the city perfectly. It is underground though, so best on a rainy day or during the real heat of the sun in the summer.
7€
Top Tip: Go for FREE with a Barcelona Card!
10:00 – 19:00
Top Tip: The museum is under ground, so go in the middle of the hot summer, or when it is raining.
Everything from the formation of Catalonia by Wilfred the Hairy, to the creation of the flag
Tickets, Museums
History Museum of Catalonia
Down next to the yachts in the Old Port, some of which are some of the world’s most expensive ones, lies the history museum of Catalonia, in and old shipping house. Inside you will be able to go through everything from the formation of Catalonia by Wilfred the Hairy, to the creation of the flag and everything up to modern day. Situated on top of the Catalan history museum, this unexpected roof top bar has one incredible thing in its favour; it can see the sunset. A large chunk of the city looks the wrong way for sunset, but this reasonably priced bar looks out over the port with the city and mountains in the background for you to gaze upon along with the setting star. There is also a live DJ on the weekends.
General admission: €12 (valid for two days during a month from the purchasing date)
The building also has some of the best views of the city
Tickets, Museums
Museum of Catalan Art
One of the most impressive and picturesque museums you will ever see. Just up from Placa Espanya you will find what looks like a beautiful old palace. This is where you will find the magic fountains at night, but in the day is home to the museum of Catalan art. The building also has some of the best views of the city! Inside you will find the best pieces of work various artists throughout Catalonia’s past have ever made. Make sure to visit this sight just at the back of Montjuic mountain.
10:00 – 19:00
Top Tip: The museum is under ground, so go in the middle of the hot summer, or when it is raining.
10:00- 1900
Top Tip: It is closed on Monday
Have a coffee sat right on top of the Roman city wall.
Tickets, Museums
Federic Mares Museum
The Federic Mares Museum has one of the most beautiful courtyards in the whole city. Situated right in the middle of the Gothic Quarter right next to the church, here you can even have a coffee sat right on top of the Roman city wall. Federic Mares was a collector, who went around the world collecting all kinds of different artifacts and antiques. It is well worth an hour or two having a look round all the different artifacts, especially given its excellent location.
4.20€
Top Tip: Free with a Barcelona Card.
10.00-1900 closed Mondays
Top Tip: The museum has a wonderful café so if you go just after lunch, you will reach the café for an afternoon coffee.
The erotic museum leads you through the history of sex
Tickets, Museums
Erotic Museum
One of the more fun museums in the city, the erotic museum is based right on Las Ramblas next to Liceu metro station. Perfect for a romantic weekend, or a group of friends looking for a laugh, the erotic museum leads you through the history of sex and some fun and interesting facts along the way. See what makes different people tick in this sexually liberal city!
8.55€ Top Tip – Save 5% buying online
1000 – 0000
Top Tip: the museum is very central and doesn’t take long to look around, it is a fun thing to dive into if it is raining for an hour or two.
Learn about the famous explorers who once passed through Barcelona
Tickets, Museums
Maritime Museum
Barcelona is of course based right on the Mediterranean sea. It therefore has a huge maritime history, and much of its culture is dictated by the sea. See all the different boats and learn about the famous explorers who once passed through Barcelona during the age of discovery. The maritime museum is down by the port, just at the bottom of Las Ramblas, near the Christopher Columbus statue.
10€
Top Tip: The price includes a visit to the Pailebot Santa Eulalia which is just next door.
10:00 – 20:00
Top Tip: The museum is free after 3 on Sundays
Tasting sessions are also available for any chocoholics.
Tickets, Museums
Chocolate Museum
Welcome to the museum of life’s greatest joy; chocolate! In this museum you will learn all about the history of this brown beauty, and track it all the way from its ancient Mayan routes and its connection with the Gods, to modern day and how it is used in modern culture. Tasting sessions are also available for any chocoholics. The chocolate museum is situated at the far side of El Born, right near the Arc de Triomfe.
6€
Top Tip: Great trip for kids! Not only is it a world of chocolate, it is FREE for under 7s!
1000 – 1900
Top Tip: The museum is even open most holiday days, apart from Christmas
Beautiful original Gaudi artifacts.
Tickets, Museums
Gaudi Exhibition Centre
For a city full of Gaudi, with his work around every corner, there is not a full Gaudi museum. The best way to see Gaudi is to go to the Sagrada Familia and Park Guell, but anyone looking for a more city centre option that is also cheaper, you can’t go wrong with the Guadi Exhibition centre. This quiet little museum takes you through all the various buildings designs in depth, and has some beautiful original Gaudi original artifacts. Right next to the city’s main cathedral, it is the perfect place to grab a coffee afterwards in the Barcelona sun.
€8.10
Top Tip: The price includes an audio guide, so make sure to pick yours up when you enter.
1000 – 2000
Top Tip: The museum is not big, you only need a spare hour to look round it.
Nightclubs
Get ready to party all night long
Clubs
VIP Club Entry
Shoko, Pacha and Catwalk are all down by the beach in Barcelona. These clubs are right on the sand itself! Get ready to party all night long, as they have live DJs all the way till sunrise. The hottest spot in town, these popular clubs are where to meet all kinds of people in Barcelona! If you would like to be put on the queue jump list for them, allowing you access for totally free, please click here. Or if you are looking for a VIP table including a bottle of a spirit of your choice!
VIP Club entry is free, as long as you get on the right list! A bottle with VIP inside is 200€ per 4 person.
Top Tip: Many of the tour guides in the city can put you on the right list. Enquire at the tour or whilst booking to do so.
Hours – 00:30-0100
Top Tip; Barcelona clubs start and finish much later than many other cities. But to take advantage of VIP entry, you must be there before 0100.
The Joan Miro Museum...
The Monastery at Montserrat....
Looking out across Port Vell........
Ariel Del port Cable Car.......
Others
A full array of sea life and maritime wonders.
Tickets, Others
Barcelona Aquarium
The Barcelona Aquarium is down by the world trade centre right on the sea front. Head over the bridge from the Columbus statue and you will be right next door. The aquarium is home to not just a world of fish, but a full array of sea life and maritime wonders. Walk though the famous 360 degrees water tunnel and see the sharks and sea life swim all around you. There are also daily shows and events to take part in.
21€
Top Tip: For 300€ you can go diving with the sharks!
10:00-20:00
Top Tip: Perfect for a rainy day!
Fun for people of all ages.
Tickets, Others
Port Aventura and Ferrari World
One of the largest most famous theme parks in the world! Port Aventura is down near one of Catalonia’s other major beach towns, Tarragona. With the ticket you get the train down and then access to over 40 rides and the entire park. The park also includes Ferrari world, one of the newest and trendiest parks in the world. Port Aventura is Spain’s largest theme park, and is fun for people of all ages.
€56 for 1 day in both parks
Top Tip: Save 3€ booking in advance online.
0930 – 2000
Top Tip: Make sure to get there early and beat the queues. Weekends are significantly more busy than weekdays
The perfect way to cool off in the Spanish sun
Tickets, Others
Isla Fantastia Waterpark
Isla Fantasia is a waterpark just to the north of Barcelona. It includes 22 various water slides and rides, as well as 3 large pools, mini golf course and BBQ and picnic areas. The perfect way to cool off in the Spanish sun, or have a great time with the kids, Isla Fantasia is only 30 minutes outside the city so can easily be done in one day. The shuttle leaves from the city centre and goes to and from the park all day.
29€
Top Tip: Included in your ticket is the bus ride over from the city centre. Do not pay extra!
June – September 1000 – 1800
Top Tip: In order to get the best seats you must get there at opening time. If you are late, there will be no sun loungers left.
The perfect day out for kids and animal lovers of all ages.
Tickets, Others
Barcelona Zoo
The Barcelona Zoo is one of the most centrally located zoos in the whole of Europe. Right in the city park near the Catalan Parliament, here lies the home the penguins, tigers, giraffes and many more. Every day there are various different events and activities, as well it having ample room for picnics and drink stops. The zoo is the perfect day out for kids and animal lovers of all ages.
19.25€
Top Tip: Save 10% buying in advance online
Access to 23 different attractions
Tickets, Discount Cards
Barcelona Tourist Card
The Barcelona tourist card gives you free access to 23 different attractions, all public transport and various daily offers and discounts. There are two types of cards. An express card that gives you access for two days, and the normal card that enables access to all the museums and sights for 3-5 days. The majority of the city’s main museums are included, as well as discounts to many of the sights in and around the city. For more information, please click here.
2 days 18€, 3 day 41.40€, 4 days 50.40€, 5 days 54.90€ –
Top Tip: Make a proper itinerary of what you would like to do each day to see how many days you need it for
One of the best ways of making sure you see the whole city in a short space of time is taking the city tour bus.
Tickets, Bus Tours
City Bus Tour
If you are not in Barcelona very long, one of the best ways of making sure you see the whole city in a short space of time is taking the city tour bus. There are three different routes, and each one you do makes the individual price cheaper. It is hop on, hop off too so if you are wanting to stop off at the Sagrada Familia for a while, or find a hidden gem you love, you are able to stop off for as long as you like. For more information and tickets please click here.
General admission: €12 (valid for two days during a month from the purchasing date)
Barcelona is home to a few big names in festival season each year
Tickets, Festivals
Music Festivals
Barcelona is home to a few big names in festival season each year. Firstly, primavera is a festival in the spring focusing around indie and rock in the day, followed by DJs later on in the evening. The most popular however is Sonar. Sonar is a weeks worth of DJ sets all over the city, and the parties go all night long. For tickets to either or to check availability, please click here.
Prices vary widely but are generally between 170 and 300 for a weekend. Top tip – Weekend tickets are generally not much more expensive than day tickets, so just in case you feel like it, it is probably better to get a whole weekend.
Most festivals in Barcelona are from 1700-0500.
Top Tip: If you arrive slightly later you will not get sun burnt, not miss much whilst not ruining the rest of the evening!
From Shakira to Mumford and Sons and world famous comedians
Tickets, Theatre and Concerts
Theatre and Concert Tickets
Barcelona houses some of the most famous artists and theatre companies in the world. Most come to the city as part of their world tour, and it is a fantastic way of seeing many of your favourites for cheaper. From Shakira to Mumford and Sons and world famous comedians, many different artists regaurly perform here. Most perform at the Olympic stadium, or at the Liceu theatre for more opera and ballet style events. Please click here for more information on schedule and tickets.
General admission: €12 (valid for two days during a month from the purchasing date)
