Barcelona on a Budget

Barcelona on a budget: a 3-day itinerary for two people with a 500 EUR ceiling, hotel included. Walkable neighbourhoods and cheaper food stops — swap anything that blows the cap, then save your own copy.

3 days 2 people Max budget 500 EUR

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Barcelona October 13-15, 2 people

Total

682 EUR

Oct:

Blanc Guest House

2 nights 232 EUR

13 Oct

Passeig de Gracia

Barcelona's popular avenue, flanked by stores, eateries, and bars, also boasts some of Gaudí's impressive architectural works.

12 min.

7 min.

Free entrance

0 min.

12 min.

7 min.

Free entrance

0 min.

Barcelona's popular avenue, flanked by stores, eateries, and bars, also boasts some of Gaudí's impressive architectural works.

Casa Milà - La Pedrera

La Pedrera, built by Antoni Gaudi and declared UNESCO World Heritage in 1984, is now a cultural center and landmark building in Barcelona. Explore its unique architecture and step back in time to the era of Gaudi.

5 min.

52 EUR

90 min.

5 min.

52 EUR

90 min.

Casa Batlló

Gaudi's famed design, the "House of Bones," showcases a unique skeletal facade. Sitting along Passeig de Gracia, it's a private residence with a distinct character.

10 min.

74 EUR

90 min.

10 min.

74 EUR

90 min.

Gaudi's famed design, the "House of Bones," showcases a unique skeletal facade. Sitting along Passeig de Gracia, it's a private residence with a distinct character.

CocoVail Beer Hall

Barcelona's premier Americana beer hall, offering 24 craft beers on tap and amazing chicken wings. Relax and enjoy the atmosphere.

3 min.

24 EUR

3 min.

24 EUR

Barcelona's premier Americana beer hall, offering 24 craft beers on tap and amazing chicken wings. Relax and enjoy the atmosphere.

Casa Amatller

Experience Catalan modernism at its finest in the Casa Amatller. Built in 1898, the interior preserves its original furniture and decoration. With daily visits in 4 languages, discover the rich history of Barcelona at the beginning of the century.

1 min.

Free entrance

30 min.

1 min.

Free entrance

30 min.

Casa Lleo i Morera

Casa Lleo i Morera, a magnificent modernist building in Barcelona by architect Lluis Domenech i Montaner, is a masterpiece from 1902-1906.

2 min.

Free entrance

15 min.

2 min.

Free entrance

15 min.

Casa Lleo i Morera, a magnificent modernist building in Barcelona by architect Lluis Domenech i Montaner, is a masterpiece from 1902-1906.

Plaza de Catalunya

Plaça Catalunya: central Barcelona's city center where the old city & Eixample meet. The plaza is known for fountains, pigeons & its role in the Spanish Civil War.

13 min.

7 min.

Free entrance

30 min.

13 min.

7 min.

Free entrance

30 min.

Plaça Catalunya: central Barcelona's city center where the old city & Eixample meet. The plaza is known for fountains, pigeons & its role in the Spanish Civil War.

Eye Origin

In 2013, two photographers merged their love for creative photography with technical research to create IrisFoto's macro camera system. It captures stunning and unique iris photographs, crafted into beautiful works of art.

12 min.

7 min.

Free entrance

60 min.

12 min.

7 min.

Free entrance

60 min.

Basilica de Santa Maria del Pi

The Gothic Església de Santa Maria del Pi dates back to the 14th century and is situated in the center of three small squares in Barcelona. It is named after the nearby pine tree (pi in Catalan) that no longer stands.

2 min.

Free entrance

30 min.

2 min.

Free entrance

30 min.

Bistrot Levante

Offers creative Mediterranean cuisine inspired by Middle Eastern food and accompanied by natural wines and coffee

3 min.

36 EUR

3 min.

36 EUR

Offers creative Mediterranean cuisine inspired by Middle Eastern food and accompanied by natural wines and coffee

Pont del Bisbe

The Bishop Street Bridge is a Gothic structure constructed in 1928. It links the Canons House and the Palau de la Generalitat.

6 min.

Free entrance

5 min.

6 min.

Free entrance

5 min.

The Bishop Street Bridge is a Gothic structure constructed in 1928. It links the Canons House and the Palau de la Generalitat.

14 Oct

Park Güell

Experience the magic of Park Guell, a beautiful park on the edge of Barcelona filled with colorful architecture, lush greenery, and stunning mosaics. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was designed by Gaudi in the Catalan Modernism style and has been open since 1923.

32 min.

9 min.

20 EUR

0 min.

32 min.

9 min.

20 EUR

0 min.

Casa del Guarda

Gaudí designed Casa del Guarda as a practical addition to Park Güell. Nowadays, it serves as a museum featuring background info on the park and a presentation on Gaudí’s and Güell’s lives, with films and photographs on the park’s creation.

1 min.

24 EUR

30 min.

1 min.

24 EUR

30 min.

Hypostyle Room

Grand open concourse supported by 86 Doric-style columns, with ceiling mosaics & views over a park.

1 min.

Free entrance

15 min.

1 min.

Free entrance

15 min.

Grand open concourse supported by 86 Doric-style columns, with ceiling mosaics & views over a park.

Laundry room portico

The elevated pathway, featuring a wave-like portico and a spiral ramp, exemplifies Gaudí's unique organic architecture.

2 min.

Free entrance

15 min.

2 min.

Free entrance

15 min.

The elevated pathway, featuring a wave-like portico and a spiral ramp, exemplifies Gaudí's unique organic architecture.

Casa Museu de Gaudí

The building was built as a show home on Park Güell. After Gaudí's death, it was sold to an Italian businessman. His relatives used the profits to continue work on the Sagrada Familia. Gaudi's personal belongings were sold separately.

3 min.

Free entrance

30 min.

3 min.

Free entrance

30 min.

The Three Crosses

A great viewpoint over the city of Barcelona

7 min.

Free entrance

15 min.

7 min.

Free entrance

15 min.

A great viewpoint over the city of Barcelona

Casa de les Punxes

"Casa de les Punxes" is a Modernista detached house in Eixample, Barcelona designed by Josep Puig I Cadafalch in 1903-1905. Its 6 sharp-pointed towers gave it the popular name and in 1975 it was declared a Historical National Monument.

41 min.

10 min.

Free entrance

30 min.

41 min.

10 min.

Free entrance

30 min.

Museo Egipci de Barcelona

The Clos Archaeological Foundation oversees the Egyptian Museum in Barcelona; it's a non-profit org that aims to promote art and archaeology – particularly Ancient Egypt. Visitors can see a private collection of 1200 Egyptian pieces, which is among the best in Europe.

9 min.

26 EUR

60 min.

9 min.

26 EUR

60 min.

La Rita

La Rita, in the heart of Barcelona's Eixample, offers traditional Mediterranean cuisine with slow-cooked dishes and personalized service. Try their famous octopus, chicken cannelloni, prawns with kimchi, and Fideua. Menu options available every day.

3 min.

50 EUR

3 min.

50 EUR

Alorda Derksen Foundation (Fundacio Alorda Derksen)

Established in 2008, the Fundació Alorda Derksen is a non-profit private foundation focused on showcasing contemporary art. Its primary goal is to provide Barcelona with a cutting-edge and globally recognized art center.

8 min.

Free entrance

60 min.

8 min.

Free entrance

60 min.

Palace of Catalan Music

The Palau de la Música Catalana: an essential tourist attraction in Barcelona, built by Lluis Domènech i Montaner between 1905 and 1908 - a World Heritage Site experience to discover the magical wonders and features of modernist architecture. Top 10 must-visit in Barcelona.

22 min.

8 min.

34 EUR

60 min.

22 min.

8 min.

34 EUR

60 min.

MUHBA Temple d'August

Barcino's temple, originally constructed in the 1st century BC, was rediscovered during the early-20th century.

9 min.

Free entrance

15 min.

9 min.

Free entrance

15 min.

Barcino's temple, originally constructed in the 1st century BC, was rediscovered during the early-20th century.

The Arc de Triomf

The Arc de Triomf in Barcelona, designed by Josep Vilaseca i Casanovas for the 1888 World Fair, is a unique welcome arch blending Moorish and Gothic styles. Serving as a gateway to the city and located at the entrance of Parc de la Ciutadella, it symbolizes Catalonia's culture and progress, hosting cultural events and gatherings.

18 min.

7 min.

Free entrance

15 min.

18 min.

7 min.

Free entrance

15 min.

15 Oct

Casa Vicens

Antoni Gaudí's initial masterpiece - Casa Vicens. Constructed in 1883-1885 as a summer residence for the Vicens family, this building put Gaudí's exceptional abilities on show and planted the seeds for later works. Awarded UNESCO World Heritage status in 2005.

12 min.

7 min.

Free entrance

60 min.

12 min.

7 min.

Free entrance

60 min.

Basílica de la Sagrada Familia

The Sagrada Familia is a grand church dedicated to the Holy Family, with construction beginning in 1882 by architect Francisco de Paula del Villar. Antoni Gaudi continued work in 1883 and the church was funded purely by donations. In 2010, it was consecrated as a minor basilica by Pope Benedict XVI.

31 min.

9 min.

90 EUR

180 min.

31 min.

9 min.

90 EUR

180 min.

GiGi von tapas

GiGi von Tapas serves delicious brunch, tapas, and great cocktails. With seasonal menus, this is their fourth restaurant in 15 years. Join them for a fun and lively experience!

12 min.

7 min.

20 EUR

12 min.

7 min.

20 EUR

GiGi von Tapas serves delicious brunch, tapas, and great cocktails. With seasonal menus, this is their fourth restaurant in 15 years. Join them for a fun and lively experience!

Museu del Disseny de Barcelona

Discover Barcelona's Design Museum showcasing permanent exhibitions of product, fashion, graphic, decorative, textile and clothing arts, and graphic arts. It also has temporary exhibitions and workshops with group visits and education departments as well as a library.

19 min.

7 min.

Free entrance

120 min.

19 min.

7 min.

Free entrance

120 min.

Miraestels

MIRAESTELS, a floating icon, protects the endangered Mediterranean sea. Its vigilant presence urges us to preserve and honor the origin of life and inspires scientific exploration of the cosmos. Created by Barcelona artist Robert Llimós.

56 min.

11 min.

Free entrance

5 min.

56 min.

11 min.

Free entrance

5 min.

13 Oct

14 Oct

15 Oct

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