This blog post was originally posted on March 9, 2015, and was updated on November 29, 2017. <\/span><\/i><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

If your cruise ship is stopping in the Barcelona cruise port, there is no way you can miss out on this beautiful city!<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The city is relatively small and easy to manage for a first time visitor. Furthermore, you can get a great feel for Barcelona’s laid-back vibes in just one day. Of course, you can also see the big sights while you’re at it! Here are some suggestions for how to make the most out of spending the day in Barcelona.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Finding Your Way into Barcelona<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Depending on which pier your ship stops at, you will be anywhere from a 10 to 25 minutes walk from La Rambla. This is the central vein of Barcelona’s city center. You’ll probably want to hop on the blue cruise port shuttle bus<\/a> that runs on a regular basis and costs 3 euros for a round-trip ticket. Once you are at the foot of the Columbus monument, you are ready to begin exploring. For more information about arriving into Barcelona on a cruise, check out our post about the Barcelona cruise port<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

A Walk up La Rambla<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

La Rambla is truly the heart of the city. Although it can be quite touristy, no visit would be complete without stepping foot on this tree-lined boulevard. Connecting the old port with Plaza Catalunya, La Rambla is also referred to in plural form. In reality, it is actually made up of five different streets.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Near the port, check out the talented street performers who are there to impress passersby. Furthermore, one square worth stopping in<\/a>, just off La Rambla on the right, is Plaza Reial, or Royal Square.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

As you continue walking up, you will pass the famous opera house, Liceu. Next, you will find La Boqueria<\/a>, one of Barcelona’s most emblematic food markets. La Boqueria is definitely worth poking in, as Barcelona markets are colorful, bustling and full of life.<\/a> Have a look at the video below to have a sneak peek inside.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Feel like a snack? Inside the market, El Quim de la Boqueria<\/a> is a great option for some simple and savory tapas-style dishes, or if you’ve got a sweet tooth, head to the famous Pasteleria Escriba<\/a> (La Rambla, 83<\/em>) directly next to the market.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n