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2 days · Barcelona itinerary

Barcelona in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in Barcelona lets you pair Gaudí and the old town with a Montserrat day trip. This 2-day Barcelona itinerary covers the city on day one and the mountain monastery on day two — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Gaudí highlights
  2. 2Gothic Quarter & tapas
  3. 3Day 2: Montserrat
  4. 4Beach & flamenco

Day 1: Gaudí and the old town

See the Sagrada Família and Park Güell, then explore the Gothic Quarter and La Boqueria with a tapas tour.

Day 2: Montserrat

Take a day trip to the mountain monastery of Montserrat, with the cable car, basilica and views, often with a wine tasting.

Evening: beach and flamenco

Relax at the Barceloneta beach, then enjoy a flamenco show in the evening.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Barcelona — prices per person.

Sagrada Familia Private Tour
Barcelona
Sagrada Familia Private Tour
5.0(65)·1h 30min
from$256/ person
via Viator
Barcelona Side Streets Tapas Food & Wine Tour with Eating Europe
Barcelona
Barcelona Side Streets Tapas Food & Wine Tour with Eating Europe
5.0(430)·3h 30min
from$108/ person
via Viator
Montserrat Private Tour from Barcelona with Pick-up
Barcelona
Montserrat Private Tour from Barcelona with Pick-up
5.0(162)·5 hours
from$177/ person
via Viator
Barcelona: Highlights of Sagrada Familia Max 6 People Guided Tour
Barcelona
Barcelona: Highlights of Sagrada Familia Max 6 People Guided Tour
5.0(172)·2 hours
from$147/ person
via Viator
Poble Sec and Sant Antoni Tapas and Wine Tour in Barcelona
Barcelona
Poble Sec and Sant Antoni Tapas and Wine Tour in Barcelona
5.0(163)·3h 15min
from$171/ person
via Viator
Montserrat Nature Hike Tour with Monastery and Museum
Barcelona
Montserrat Nature Hike Tour with Monastery and Museum
5.0(60)·8 hours
from$86/ person
via Viator
Barcelona Walking Tour: Sagrada Familia, Gaudi and Gothic Quarter
Barcelona
Barcelona Walking Tour: Sagrada Familia, Gaudi and Gothic Quarter
5.0(70)·3 hours
from$28/ person
via Viator
Boqueria Market Tour, Paella Cooking Class, Sangria & Tapas
Barcelona
Boqueria Market Tour, Paella Cooking Class, Sangria & Tapas
5.0(309)·3 hours
from$114/ person
via Viator

Barcelona in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Barcelona?
Two days covers Gaudí’s masterpieces and the old town on day one and a Montserrat day trip on day two, with a beach visit and flamenco in the evenings.
What should I not miss in 2 days in Barcelona?
The Sagrada Família, Park Güell, the Gothic Quarter and La Boqueria, a tapas tour, a flamenco show and a Montserrat day trip.
Is Montserrat worth it on a 2-day Barcelona trip?
Yes — the surreal mountain and monastery are a striking contrast to the city and the top day trip, just an hour away.

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