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3 days · Barcelona itinerary

Barcelona in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days based in Barcelona lets you add Girona and the Costa Brava to Gaudí and Montserrat. Here is how to spend three perfect days in Barcelona — with the best-rated tours and day trips to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Gaudí & old town
  2. 2Day 2: Montserrat
  3. 3Day 3: Girona & Costa Brava
  4. 4Beach & tapas evenings

Day 1: Gaudí and the old town

See the Sagrada Família, Park Güell and the Gaudí houses, and explore the Gothic Quarter with a tapas tour.

Day 2: Montserrat

Day-trip to the mountain monastery of Montserrat for the basilica, views and a wine tasting.

Day 3: Girona and the Costa Brava

Visit medieval Girona and the coves of the Costa Brava, returning for a final tapas 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$258/ 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
Costa Brava Tour: Tossa de Mar Easy Hike & Snorkel from Barcelona
Barcelona
Costa Brava Tour: Tossa de Mar Easy Hike & Snorkel from Barcelona
5.0(135)·9h 30min
from$97/ person
via Viator
Barcelona Fun Wine Tasting with a Sommelier
Barcelona
Barcelona Fun Wine Tasting with a Sommelier
5.0(91)·1h 30min
from$64/ 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$148/ 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
Costa Brava Tour with Kayak, Lagoon Snorkeling & Rock Jumps
Barcelona
Costa Brava Tour with Kayak, Lagoon Snorkeling & Rock Jumps
5.0(112)·9 hours
from$103/ 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(431)·3h 30min
from$109/ person
via Viator

Barcelona in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough to see Barcelona?
Three days is ideal for a first visit — Gaudí and the old town, a Montserrat day trip, and a day exploring Girona and the Costa Brava, without rushing.
What is the best day trip from Barcelona for 3 days?
Montserrat is the classic; Girona with the Costa Brava is a superb second day trip, and the Penedès wine country or Tarragona also tempt.
How do I plan a 3-day Barcelona itinerary?
Spend day one on Gaudí and the old town, day two at Montserrat and day three in Girona and the Costa Brava, booking timed Gaudí tickets ahead.

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