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Barcelona in a day<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Barcelona is a city that is open to the world: lively and welcoming, it draws people from around the globe. There is definitely a wealth of things to be discovered on <\/span>a visit to Barcelona<\/b>, including history, traditions, architectural heritage, culture, gastronomy and beaches.<\/span><\/p>\n

The city\u2019s mild climate makes it the perfect destination for <\/span>visiting at any time of year<\/b>, without missing out on any of its delights. It\u2019s always a good time to stroll around the streets of the historic quarter, enjoy a shopping trip, visit the city\u2019s museums or savour its traditional dishes.<\/span><\/p>\n

What to visit in Barcelona in a day<\/strong><\/h2>\n

There are so many things <\/span>to see in Barcelona in a day<\/b> that it\u2019s impossible to mention them all. However, here are <\/span>the principal landmarks of Barcelona that no tourist to the city should miss<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Sagrada Familia<\/span><\/h3>\n

Antonio Gaud\u00ed\u2019s unfinished temple<\/b> continues to surprise and delight everyone that visits this Modernist masterpiece with its seemingly impossible forms and shapes. You are advised to schedule your visit for first thing in the morning before the queues start to form, especially if you only have a day to visit Barcelona.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. G\u00fcell Park<\/span><\/h3>\n

This public park is another of <\/span>Gaud\u00ed\u2019s creations<\/b>. Perched on a hilltop, in addition to the coloured mosaics and staggered terraces, it offers magnificent panoramic views of Barcelona.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Paseo de Gracia\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Continuing with the works by Gaud\u00ed, on this avenue stand two of the city\u2019s best-known buildings: <\/span>La Pedrera and Casa Batll\u00f3<\/b>. Both boast colourful fa\u00e7ades and terraces overlooking the city.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Catalunya Square<\/span><\/h3>\n

This square stands between the Ensanche district and the historic quarter, but also connects one of Barcelona\u2019s principal shopping streets, <\/span>El Portal del \u00c1ngel<\/b>, with Las Ramblas.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Las Ramblas<\/span><\/h3>\n

Possibly the busiest street in the city, this is an absolute must on your one-day visit to Barcelona. It is famous for the <\/span>flower stalls and street artists<\/b> such as painters and living statues and is lined with bars and restaurants as well as numerous sites of interest, such as <\/span>Canaletes Fountain, El Liceo Theatre, the Wax Museum and La Boquer\u00eda Market<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Other places not to be missed when visiting Barcelona in a day\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

6. Columbus Monument<\/span><\/h3>\n

At the far end of Las Ramblas, heading for the sea, stands the Columbus Monument, with a <\/span>viewpoint situated at a height of 60 metres<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

7. Gothic Quarter<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re feeling a little overwhelmed by the countless options this city offers and you\u2019re not sure <\/span>what to see in Barcelona in a day<\/b>, <\/span>this is an absolute must.<\/b> A stroll around its maze-like streets is like taking a <\/span>journey back into the city\u2019s history<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here you will also find another of the must-see attractions: <\/span>the Cathedral of La Santa Creu i Santa Eul\u00e0lia<\/b>. This temple is not to be confused with the Basilica of Santa Mar\u00eda, known as \u201cthe Cathedral of the Sea\u201d, situated in the Born district.<\/span><\/p>\n

8. La Barceloneta<\/span><\/h3>\n

This is the former seafaring district, site of Barcelona\u2019s best-known beaches. From here, visitors can take the cable car up to the <\/span>Mirador del Mar<\/b> and admire the spectacular views of the port from this lookout point.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

9. La Ciutadella Park and the Triumphal Arch<\/span><\/h3>\n

This is a natural space with gardens, monuments and a <\/span>spectacular waterfall<\/b>. It was built on the occasion of the 1888 World Exhibition and the Triumphal Arch marked the entrance to the site.<\/span><\/p>\n

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10. Montju\u00efc<\/span><\/h3>\n

Montju\u00efc Mountain and its surroundings are one of <\/span>the most popular tourist attractions for a day in Barcelona<\/b>. It\u2019s also well worth going to <\/span>Plaza de Espa\u00f1a<\/b> to admire the <\/span>Magic Fountain <\/b>and the impressive stairway that leads to the <\/span>National Museum of Contemporary Art <\/b>(MNAC).<\/span><\/p>\n

Montju\u00efc is a large park with gardens and sports facilities, where visitors can also explore the <\/span>Pueblo Espa\u00f1ol open-air architecture museum, the Castle and much of the Olympic Ring.<\/b><\/p>\n

Where to stay when spending a day in Barcelona<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Occupancy rates in Barcelona tend to be high throughout the year, which sometimes makes it difficult to find <\/span>accommodation that meets particular needs and budgets<\/b>, especially for occasional overnight stays.<\/span><\/p>\n

One good option is to look for properties on the outskirts of the city, such as in <\/span>the area of Sabadell<\/b>. This town is just 25 km outside Barcelona and has a large number of hotels and <\/span>aparthotels situated close <\/span><\/a>to the main roads and railway stations with train connections to Barcelona. This will not only enable you to enjoy your <\/span>day out in Barcelona<\/b>, but will also guarantee <\/span>a good night\u2019s rest in a residential area with all the comforts<\/b> and facilities these types of accommodation can offer.<\/span><\/p>\n

What\u2019s more, if you have time, you can take advantage of the opportunity to discover some of the sights close to your hotel. Places to visit in Sabadell include the following:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n