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Kingdom of Spain

Vibrant coastal city with Gaudí architecture, beaches, and nightlife.

👥 49,315,949 population 💰 € EUR 🗣️ Spanish 🕐 UTC 📍 View on Google Maps 🗺️ OpenStreetMap

📖 About Barcelona

Barcelona is a city on the northeastern coast of Spain.

It is the capital and largest city of the autonomous community of Catalonia, as well as the second-most populous municipality of Spain.

With a population of 1.7 million within city limits, its urban area extends to numerous neighbouring municipalities within the province of Barcelona and is home to around 5.7 million people, making it the fifth most populous urban area of the European Union after Paris, the Ruhr area, Madrid and Milan. It is one of the largest metropolises on the Mediterranean Sea, located on the coast between the mouths of the rivers Llobregat and Besòs, bounded to the west by the Serra de Collserola mountain range.

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Trip Settings

Standard Budget 7 days 2 travelers

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Total Budget

$3,150

$225 per day × 7 days × 2 travelers

💰
$1,680

Accommodation

$120 per night

$700

Food & Dining

$50 per day

$280

Local Transport

$20 per day

$490

Entertainment

Budget Tips for Barcelona

  • Visit during shoulder season (Apr-May, Sep-Oct) for lower prices
  • Local trattorias offer better value than tourist restaurants
  • Many attractions have reduced rates after 4pm
  • Beach destinations are cheaper inland

Current Weather in Barcelona

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12.3°C

54.1°F

Clear

💨 8.7 km/h

💧 57%

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16°

12.3°

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17.3°

11.7°

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17.3°

10.1°

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Spain Facts

🏛️ Capital

Madrid

🌍 Continent

Europe

📐 Area

505,992 km²

📞 Phone Code

+34

💰 Currency

Euro

€ (EUR)

🗺️ Region

Southern Europe

🗣️ Languages Spoken:

Spanish Catalan Basque Galician

🕐 Time Zones (2):

UTC UTC+01:00

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UNESCO World Heritage Sites

50 sites in Spain

Works of Antoni Gaudí

Works of Antoni Gaudí

CulturalSince 1984

Seven properties built by the architect Antoni Gaudí (1852–1926) in or near Barcelona testify to Gaudí’s exceptional creative contribution to th...

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Alhambra, Generalife and Albayzín, Granada

Alhambra, Generalife and Albayzín, Granada

CulturalSince 1984

Rising above the modern lower town, the Alhambra and the Albaycín, situated on two adjacent hills, form the medieval part of Granada. To the east of ...

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Burgos Cathedral

Burgos Cathedral

CulturalSince 1984

Our Lady of Burgos was begun in the 13th century at the same time as the great cathedrals of the Ile-de-France and was completed in the 15th and 16th ...

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Historic Centre of Cordoba

Historic Centre of Cordoba

CulturalSince 1984

Cordoba's period of greatest glory began in the 8th century after the Moorish conquest, when some 300 mosques and innumerable palaces and public build...

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Monastery and Site of the Escurial, Madrid

Monastery and Site of the Escurial, Madrid

CulturalSince 1984

Built at the end of the 16th century on a plan in the form of a grill, the instrument of the martyrdom of St Lawrence, the Escurial Monastery stands i...

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Cave of Altamira and Paleolithic Cave Art of Northern Spain

Cave of Altamira and Paleolithic Cave Art of Northern Spain

CulturalSince 1985

Seventeen decorated caves of the Paleolithic age were inscribed as an extension to the Altamira Cave, inscribed in 1985. The property will now appear ...

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to visit Barcelona?
The average daily budget for Barcelona, Spain ranges from $80 for budget travelers to $640 for luxury travelers. A standard comfortable trip typically costs around $225 per day including accommodation, food, transport, and entertainment.
Is Barcelona expensive for tourists?
Barcelona is considered an expensive destination. However, budget travelers can still visit by staying in hostels, cooking their own meals, and using public transportation.
What is the best budget for Barcelona?
We recommend budgeting around $225 per day for a comfortable trip to Barcelona. This includes mid-range accommodation, dining at local restaurants, public transportation, and entrance fees to attractions. Add 10-20% as a buffer for unexpected expenses.