Barcelona 3-Day Itinerary đŞđ¸
Two weeks ago, on a whim, I gifted myself a trip to Barcelona for my 25th birthdayâa city Iâd longed to visit but never had the time for. My friend flew in from Rome đŤ, while I came from Florence, and we met at BCN Airport. We stayed near Ciutadella Park (close to Arc de Triomf), a safe and convenient area. Day 1ď¸âŁ: Arrival + GaudĂ + Sunset Views Landed early, took the metro đ to our hotel (Pro tip: We bought a 10-ride ticket, perfect for 3 daysâbut it doesnât cover airport transfers!). First stop: La Triunfal (right across from Arc de Triomf) for fried squid rings and seafood paella đĽ (delicious!). They even surprised us with dessert đŽ! Afternoon: Visited Casa MilĂ (La Pedrera) and Casa BatllĂłâboth mind-blowing! The July sales made shopping nearby dangerously tempting. Evening: Rode the Barceloneta beach Ferris wheel đĄ at sunsetâseeing the city from above was pure magic. Worth every second! Day 2ď¸âŁ: Park GĂźell + Sagrada FamĂlia + Carmel Bunkers Morning: Explored Park GĂźell (book tickets 2 weeks early!). Spent 2 hours wandering its colorful mosaics and whimsical architecture. Afternoon: Sagrada FamĂliaâmy #1 must-see in Barcelona! Stepping inside felt like entering a kaleidoscopic forest đł, with light dancing across the walls. (Download their app for audio guides đ§âsuper helpful!) Evening: Watched sunset from El Carmel Bunkers (MUHBA TurĂł de la Rovira)âbreezy, panoramic, and totally free! đ Day 3ď¸âŁ: Gothic Quarter + Mercat de la Boqueria Leisurely city walk through the Gothic Quarter: Barcelona Cathedral âŞď¸ Bridge of Sighs & El Muro del Beso (Kissing Wall) đ Mercat de la Boqueria: A foodie paradise! Fresh juices đš, Iberian ham, seafood, and a spicy empanada for breakfastâso good! Final Thoughts: Three days flew byâjust enough to fall in love but leave room for next time (I missed churros and a proper sunrise đ ). Barcelona, youâre stunning, and Iâll be back! â¤ď¸ #Barcelona #EuropeTravel #Spain #Wanderlust #SagradaFamilia #ParkGĂźell #GaudĂ #CasaMila #CasaBatllo #CarmelBunkers #BarcelonaSunset #TravelDiaries #CityBreak #TravelGram