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Barcelona Itinerary 5 Days: Discover The Catalan Capital
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ExpertGirona's Jewish Quarter earns a proper two hours rather than a circuit walk; the Call and the Museum of Jewish History in the original bathhouse cover one of the most intact medieval Jewish communities in Iberia, and it's consistently the Girona experience clients say they weren't expecting to find so substantive. The Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres is architecturally as important as anything inside it: the pink castle exterior, the egg-crowned battlements, and the Cadillac courtyard constitute a surrealist architectural argument that the paintings alone don't make. For Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, reserve the Santa Eulàlia Cathedral cloister for mid-morning when the geese are in the courtyard; that internal space with its Roman columns and pool is the most atmospheric in the quarter and consistently overlooked in favor of the main facade.
Girona's Jewish Quarter earns a proper two hours rather than a circuit walk; the Call and the Museum of Jewish History in the original bathhouse cover one of the most intact medieval Jewish communities in Iberia, and it's consistently the Girona experience clients say they weren't expecting to find so substantive. The Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres is architecturally as important as anything inside it: the pink castle exterior, the egg-crowned battlements, and the Cadillac courtyard constitute a surrealist architectural argument that the paintings alone don't make. For Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, reserve the Santa Eulàlia Cathedral cloister for mid-morning when the geese are in the courtyard; that internal space with its Roman columns and pool is the most atmospheric in the quarter and consistently overlooked in favor of the main facade.
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Barcelona
Day 1 - 5
Set on Spain’s gorgeous southeastern coast, the capital and largest city of the Catalonia region, Barcelona, is an exquisite, seaside metropolis. With its dizzying array of architecture and its world-class galleries and museums, artistic delights abound at every corner (most strikingly in the astonishingly whimsical structures designed by the prolific modernist architect Antoni Gaudi). Explore the winding alleys of the picturesque Gothic Quarter, take in the boisterous carnival atmosphere of the world famous, tree-lined La Rambla boulevard, or go on a gastronomical adventure through the city's restaurants. Head to one of the gorgeous white sandy beaches and when the sun sets, join the eclectic all-night party scene. Don’t miss the opportunity to see the phenomenal Sagrada Familia, take in an opera at the sublime Palau de la Musica Catalana, and watch a game at the famous Camp Nou stadium.
H10 Universitat Hotel
With a stay at H10 Universitat Hotel in Barcelona (Eixample), you'll be steps from Plaça de Catalunya and 3 minutes by foot from La Rambla. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Passeig de Gràcia and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Barcelona Cathedral.
Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this hotel include a television in a common area and a banquet hall. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
Make yourself at home in one of the 94 guestrooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Your activity
City tour & Sagrada Familia
Your excursion begins with your private driver and tour guide picking you up directly from your hotel. You will enjoy a relaxed city tour of Barcelona in a comfortable vehicle. From the Montjuïc hill, you will enjoy an impressive panoramic view of the city and the Mediterranean, including a photo stop at the Miramar viewpoint.
The route then takes you past the Olympic Port, through the Citadel Park and to the Arc de Triomphe - important places in the city's history. On the elegant Passeig de Gràcia, you can admire modernist masterpieces such as the Casa Batlló and La Pedrera by Antoni Gaudí.
The highlight of the tour is the guided visit to the Sagrada Familia - Barcelona's world-famous basilica and symbol of the city. During a 90-minute guided tour, your guide will immerse you in the fascinating architecture, history and symbolism of this unique building.
