Barcelona is one of the world's main tourist destinations,
as well as Europe's cultural, financial, and transport hub.
With a rich history and great location, there's a lot to explore.
But what are the must-see attractions if you only have 24 hours?
In this video, we created an itinerary, ideal for a one-day visit to Barcelona.
And at the end of this video, we also included some great tips
to organize yourself before you go.
Don't forget to like this video and subscribe to our channel.
To see all the main sights, let's start in the morning.
It's 8.30 am and let's visit Park Güell.
Park Güell, located on Carmel Hill, is full of gardens and architectural elements.
Designed by the Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi,
it was built from 1900 to 1914, officially opened as a public park in 1926,
and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The park has a free-entry zone,
but you'll have to pay a small fee if you want to visit the most famous area
with the lucky lizard or sit on the long mosaic bench shaped like a sea serpent.
At 10 am let’s go to La Sagrada Família.
Construction of this large Roman Catholic church began in 1882 and is still under construction.
It is expected to be finished by 2026.
Part of the Sagrada Familia is a UNESCO World Heritage
along with six other Gaudi buildings in Barcelona.
Francisco De Paula del Villar has initially been the chief architect of the Sagrada Família.
However, he resigned after a year and was replaced by Antoni Gaudi,
who incorporated Gothic and Art Nouveau styles into the church's design.
We suggest booking your tickets online in advance.
There are other famous works of Gaudi in Barcelona.
Check our travel guide for more suggestions.
By the way, our travel guide is a mobile-friendly .pdf document
that covers the top 20 things to do in Barcelona,
including maps, links, opening hours, and other information.
At noon let's visit the Ciutadella Park.
Ciutadella Park is probably a green oasis in Barcelona.
This historical garden stretching over 70 acres or 28 hectares,
and features a zoo, a small lake, an impressive fountain and other attractions.
Check out the nearby Arc de Triomf.
It is 2 pm, so let's go to one of the most famous beaches in Europe - Barceloneta Beach.
Barcelona's old city is best known for its sandy beach that can get very busy in the summer,
as well as many restaurants and nightclubs lining the boardwalk.
It's also home to the five-star W Hotel, which is famous for its sail-like shape.
Don't miss the nearby Rambla de Mar, a waterfront harbor which is a part of Port of Barcelona
or ride a port cable car that takes you to the Mount Montjuïc.
At 4 pm, let's explore the Gothic Quarter.
The center of the old city, the Gothic Quarter, includes the oldest parts of Barcelona,
the remains of the Roman wall, and a labyrinth of small streets opening out into squares.
The quarter is also home to various medieval landmarks that actually date
not back to the Middle Ages as one might expect from the name
but to the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Don't miss Plaça de Catalunya located nearby.
There are many things to do in the Gothic Quarter.
Check our travel guide for more suggestions.
At 5 pm let’s go to La Rambla and La Boqueria Market.
La Rambla was originally a sewage-filled stream serving as an important drain for the heavy rainwater
that flowed from the hills in the spring and fall.
Now, thousands of tourists wander around this 4,000 feet or 1.2 km-long street every day,
making it one of the major attractions in Barcelona.
Don't miss the Columbus Monument at the end of the boulevard.
La Rambla is also notorious for its scammers and thieves,
so much so, that Barcelona has been dubbed the pickpocket capital of the world.
Always watch your belongings and use common sense.
Located on La Rambla is la Boqueria,
an extensive public market dating back to the 13th century.
Today you can buy not only amazing local fresh fruits
but also many other authentic treats from La Boqueria.
And to wrap up our fantastic day in Barcelona, let's let’s explore Montjuïc at 7 pm.
Depending how much time you have, you can explore many attractions, located in Montjuïc,
such as Plaça d'Espanya, Montjuïc Castle, Olympic Park and many more.
Standing below the Palau Nacional on Montjuïc Hill and close to Placa d'Espanya,
The Magic Fountain was built for the 1929 International Exposition.
The show was premiered on May 19, 1929, the day before the fair.
However, the fountain was severely damaged by the Spanish Civil War
and could not function until 1955.
Music was added to the light show in the 1980s,
and the fountain was fully restored before the 1992 Summer Olympics events on Montjuïc.
There are other interesting things to do in Barcelona.
Check our travel guide for more suggestions
and for two- and three-day itinerary suggestions.
And now, let's look at some of the tips
that might come in handy on your day trip to Barcelona.
You'll have to walk a lot, so bring comfortable shoes.
Feel free to skip any of the attractions, depending on how tired you are,
how early in the day you want to start,
if you're going out in the evening,
if some attractions are too crowded, etc.
Depending on where the location of your accommodation is,
you can even change your plan and visit some attractions in a different order.
Or even change your plan and add a new attraction to the list,
for example, Camp Nou, if you are a Barcelona fan, etc.
There are tons of other amazing things to do in Barcelona.
Check out our other Barcelona videos
and buy our travel guide for more great suggestions.