Gaudi, Picasso, Museums, Port Vell, Food Tours, Flamenco Shows, and Discount Tickets

Barcelona is city driven by passion.

And that passion runs deeper than the Catalan independence riots you’ve likely seen on the news.

Just look at any building designed by art nouveau architect, Antoni Gaudi, who spared no expense in expressing his devotion to simulating nature. Then there’s masterpieces by artists like Picasso, whose abstract modernist paintings showcase his obsession with the female form.

It’s also the city to fall in love with all things Spanish, from delicious rice dish paella and the fruity cocktail Sangria, to Flamenco dancing and afternoon siestas.

Oh yeahhhh, those siestas.

If you’re short on time, you may have to forgo a couple of siestas in favour of hardcore sightseeing.

I suggest ordering a Turbopass Barcelona City Pass to save money on tours, shopping, dining, and entertainment, as well as on entry to iconic attractions like the Sagrada Familia and dozens of fascinating museums.

I’ve proven it is possible to spend 4 days in Barcelona without…