{"id":14954,"date":"2017-11-24T12:12:50","date_gmt":"2017-11-24T10:12:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/devourbarcelonafoodtours.com\/?p=3160"},"modified":"2017-11-24T12:12:50","modified_gmt":"2017-11-24T10:12:50","slug":"10-must-see-places-in-barcelona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/dev.devourtours.com\/blog\/10-must-see-places-in-barcelona\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Must-See Places in Barcelona"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This blog post was originally posted on September 15, 2016 and was updated on November 24, 2017. <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heading to the Catalan capital? From monuments to museums, there’s a long list of must-see places in Barcelona!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Check<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

1. La Sagrada Familia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You may see your fair share of churches while traveling around Spain! However, none will quite compare with famous architect Antonio Gaudi’s<\/a> unfinished masterpiece, the Sagrada Familia. Stunning from every angle. Make sure to pre-purchase your ticket online before visiting to avoid long queues. Alternatively, take a Complete Gaud\u00ed Tour<\/a> to make sure to see the highlights with an expert!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The
The jaw-dropping Sagrada Familia, from a distance.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

2. Pla\u00e7a del Rei<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Often referred to as Barcelona’s most important historical square. Pla\u00e7a del Rei or the King’s Square is where, according to one version of the story, Christopher Columbus first presented the Catholic king and queen with his findings from the new world. It is definitely one of the must-see places in Barcelona!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local’s Tip: <\/strong>Want to learn more? Join us on our Tapas, Taverns & History tour<\/a> to hear all the greatest stories of Barcelona’s past and present. Furthermore, it is of course all between some of the best tapas bars in the city!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. La Rambla<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The most famous street in all of Barcelona, this leafy boulevard connecting the harbor with Pla\u00e7a Catalunya. It is also the city’s most central square and is one of the absolute must-see places in Barcelona.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local’s Tip: <\/strong>Not a fan of crowds? It can be hard to avoid them on La Rambla. Check out the best rooftops in Barcelona<\/a> to find an insiders’ tip to experience it from above!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"La
Take a stroll and wander through La Rambla! Photo Credit: Misty Barker<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

4. Park G\u00fcell<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What place in Barcelona boasts amazing views, incredible monuments, and a luscious landscape to boot? Park G\u00fcell<\/a>, the beautiful and unique park designed by Antonio Gaudi, is an absolute must-visit in Barcelona!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. La Boqueria Market<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you love a good market, don’t miss one of the most famous and historic markets<\/a> in all of Europe, La Boqueria<\/a>. This market is an incredible trove of fresh, local delicacies, as well as some absolutely authentic tapas bars<\/a>! Take a look at the video below to see it for yourself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Locals’ Tip: <\/strong>Been there, done that? After you’ve explored La Boqueria, check out five other lesser-known and equally incredible food markets in Barcelona<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n