The day we have all been waiting for is nearly here! Read below for all you need to know. K&D
Get ready to strut like a Cheetah Girl on the beautiful city streets of Barcelona! And while you're there, you might as well check out some of the incredible must do's. We've included a list of our top eight and dinning recommendations here.
Just here for the food and bev? Trust us, we are the same.
There will likely be a wait but it is absolutely worth it. Traditional Spanish tapas with plenty to choose from for all palates!
This entire restaurant is a vibe. A smaller menu but absolutely delicious. Come for dinner and stay for the cocktail bar located on the second floor. When you are seated for dinner make sure to ask them to reserve you a spot at their upstairs bar, Boca Chica, for elegant, creative cocktails.
And if that wasn't enough, this group has a night club several blocks away. Want to party all night? We recommend Chica Club.
Tapas, caberet, and drag queens oh my! This place has it all. The basement bar and caberet club is in fact ranked as one of the 150 bars one must visit before they die (and we agree).
BEST MARTINI EVER (a direct quote from Kaylee).
This place cares so much about the martini they have a running count of how many martinis they have served and guests can request a certificate with their name to always remember what number they got. Don't panic, there are plenty other libations on their menu.
Now onto the must do's...
Why go to Barcelona and not see the iconic work of Antoni Gaudi. A work of art more than 140 years in the making, the Sagrada Familia is scheduled to be completed in 2026.
Tickets are required in advance and sell out.
The standard self-guided tour is 26 euro, a guided tour is 30 euro.
For a tour that includes a climb to one of the Basilica's towers is 36 euro for self-guided and 40 euro for guided (please note this option features many stairs!).
Another classic Barcelona must see showcasing some of the city's best Art Nouveau style! A vast walking adventure through various parks and gardens featuring unique architectural elements dating back to it's creation in 1900.
Tickets must be purchased in advance to your visit and are 18 euro for basic entrance.
Fan of Picasso? Of course you are, you're not Daniel! See incredible works of art from Spanish painter Pablo Picasso, from his early works of landscape to more creative interpretations of the human form (read as cubism). This museum boasts the largest collection of original Picasso works.
Tickets and admission reservations recommended prior to your visit. Cost of general admission with no audio guide is 14 euros.
One of the largest museums in Spain and featuring an outstanding collection of Romanesque paintings, the National Art Museum of Catalonia is a must-see for art lovers visiting Barcelona. If art doesn't speak to you, maybe the Palau Nacional building the museum is housed in will.
Tickets are recommended in advance. General admission is 12 euro.
If this wasn't included on the list, Daniel may not go through with this marriage. Are you interested in soccer? Consider attending a match in the largest stadium in Europe! No luck with games lining up during your stay, or getting your hands on tickets, Camp Nou also offers tickets to their museum and stadium tour.
Put that black eyeliner away because it's a whole different type of gothic. Get your walking shoes and camera ready to explore the narrow, winding medieval streets of this historic neighborhood filled with charming shops, cafes, and trendy bars. This neighborhood starts roughly 4 blocks from the hotels we selected and goes all the way to the Mediterranean seafront.
Spanish poet Federico Garcia Lorca stated that La Rambla is "the only street in the world which I wish would never end." So what are you waiting for, see it for yourself! One of the most vibrant streets in all of Barcelona, this pedestrian avenue boasts street performers, shops, restaurants, historic buildings, flower stalls, and a direct path to the scenic Mediterranean.
Bring a towel and your swimsuit for 422 meters (that's 1,385 feet) of beach right next to the bustling downtown and in the Barceloneta neighborhood of the Old Town fishing district. Along the beach there are plenty of bars and restaurants to try fresh caught Mediterranean seafood and Spanish tapas. Sunrises here are highly recommended!