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

1Day 1: Gaudí & old town
2Day 2: Montserrat
3Day 3: Girona & Costa Brava
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.

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Barcelona : Magic Montjuïc Tour, Wine Tasting & Best Photo Spot!

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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.