With great weather, alluring cities and only a short flight away, it doesn’t take a genius to work out why Spain is so popular for a beach holiday or a city break. If you fancy a bit of both , Barcelona doesn’t just offer the best of both worlds, it nails it. Fantastic attractions line every street and the slather of golden sand that separates the city from the sea is the cherry on top. If you’re still not convinced, here’s the best of Barcelona, the top 4 attractions that Barcelona has to boast about.
Gaudi Architecture
Technically this is a bit of a cheat. Gaudi’s stunning architecture comprises of several sites. First up is the iconic La Sagrada Familia. Despite having been in construction for over 120 years, this huge church is still unfinished. 2026 is set as the completion date. That aside, this monumental building is hugely impressive from the outside. It’s such a fantastic architectural feat which certainly deserves to be first stop for visitors to the city. Parc Guell is also a favourite; this complex garden boasts unique creative 
flair and features on the UNESCO World Heritage list, as does La Sagrada Familia. There are a number of other Gaudi buildings to visit in the city too, including Casa Batllo.
La Rambla
The historic, tree-lined boulevard that is La Rambla is one of the focal points of the city, both for locals and visitors alike. Firstly there’s the friendly atmosphere that exudes from the place on a blissful, sunny day, but mainly the appeal lies in the iconic landmarks that litter the path, as well as the markets stalls and shops and of course the various street entertainers. Dart off into the side streets to see a bit more of the city too.
Barrio Gotico
The old quarter of the city is built on and around the old Roman town of Barcino. It is filled with many gothic style buildings, making it another must see. The backstreets near to La Seu Cathedral are a joy to explore, particularly with the many arty bars, shops and markets to visit too, interspersed with museums and plazas. A walking tour of this area will provide a completely different perspective, allowing you to learn of the historic tales of Barcelona.
Cable Car
There’s no denying that taking a ride in a cable car is a very touristy thing to do, but if you are a first time visitor to Barcelona then that’s exactly what are you so you might as well play the part. (Plus the views from the top are fantastic!) The wires that cut through the skyline transports passengers from the port area all the way up into the mountains where you can drink in the views of the sprawling city below and explore Montjuic Castle and its gardens too.
With these top attractions and a great atmosphere, a visit to Barcelona is sure to leave you feeling elated!
