Barcelona is a great city to visit, and there are activities for everyone and every day. While learning Spanish in Barcelona, you will enjoy this fantastic city! Here is a list of 10 things you must do in Barcelona when you learn Spanish. From touristic places to some local activities, there is plenty to choose from. Barcelona is without a doubt one of Spain’s most popular destinations for a Spanish course. 10 things to do when you Learn Spanish in Barcelona.

1. Do a (free) walking tour in Barcelona

When you learn Spanish in Barcelona, a great start to get to know the city is a walking tour. Several organizations offer them (for free), but there are also paid tours with special themes (a family tour, a guided tour offered by an architect, a green tour, etc.

Free Walking Tours Barcelona promotes tourism that fuses entertainment, culture and respect for the city 🙂 You will get to know the Ramblas, the Ghotic neighbourhood, the Cathedral of Barcelona, la Plaza del Rei, and many other hidden places in Barcelona during the free tour. The meeting point is on the Plaza Catalunya; the total walk takes about 2,5 hours. A great activity for the afternoon, after a morning of Spanish lessons in Barcelona.

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2. Enjoy Gaudí’s architecture at Park Güell

The world-famous Park Güell, situated on a hill, is an absolute must-see attraction in Barcelona. The park began its construction in 1900 when, after some successful previous projects, the businessman Eusebi Güell commissioned Gaudí to design it. You can buy the entrance ticket online choosing a day and a tim slot; make sure to arrive on time.

One of the most iconic items of Parque Guell is the Serpentine Bench, a well-known mosaic tile bench that winds its way along the terrace around Park Güell. Created in a signature serpentine shape and varying vibrant tones for a statement effect, the bench was designed using jettison tiles from a factory near by.
 

 

3. Visit La Barceloneta

La Barceloneta is an old fishing neighbourhood in Barcelona that became trendy. It was designed by a military architect as a grid with land reclaimed from the sea.

La Barceloneta is known for its sandy beach and its many restaurants and nightclubs along the boardwalk. In the centre of the neighbourhood, a small museum called “Casa de la Barceloneta” is housed in a preserved building dating back to 1761.
 

 

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4. A trip to the past: the Tramvia Blau

The Tramvia Blau of Barcelona is a perfectly preserved streetcar from 1901; it is the only “survivor” of the early 20th century and it’s a nice experience to get on board. Tickets can be purchased onboard (as in the old times) for 5.50 euros. Check the time-tables online and take metro line 7 to get there (stop: Avinguda Tibidabo).

The Tramvia crosses part of the Tibidabo hill following a route that takes you past Modernista and Noucentista buildings with stunning views across Barcelona. It finally drops you at the Tibidabo’s Funicular. Further ascension on a hill leads you to Tibidabo Park (see # 5)

5. Have fun in the Tibidabo Park

Now that you’re here… take that funicular and have fun with the fellow students of our Spanish course in Barcelona in the Tibidabo amusement park, that was created at the beginning of the 20th century. Tibidabo is now over 100 years old and one of the oldest in the world, combining modern and older attractions. Tibidabo has the best views over Barcelona and a very nostalgic vibe. Apart from the attractions, there are restaurants and pic-nic areas. Nature lovers will find that the Tibidabo mountain offers excellent hiking trails. Tibidabo is a magical place, one of Barcelona’s wellknown landmarks.
 

 

6. Go to Las Ramblas and visit Museu de la Cera

You have not visited Barcelona if you haven’t been to Las Ramblas. Don’t miss out on a visit to the Boqueria market, the most colourful and lively Barcelona market.

There are several street performers on Las Ramblas. Most of them do statue acts, and others dance, play music or do magic acts. Once you get to the bottom of Las Ramblas, you can take the lift inside the Christopher Columbus monument and visit the wax museum, Museu de la Cera, which features over 300 models. The Columbus monument is giant monument 60 meters high. If you go up, you have a fantastic view over the port and the city!
 

 

7. Try local Catalan food

If you learn Spanish in Barcelona, you might as well try a few typical Catalan dishes. Here are some things to try:

• Escudella: a rather heavy traditional soup, great for winters
• Coca Catelane: a traditional dish in Barcelona that looks a little bit like a pizza. It is a pastry on which ingredients are added on the top. However, it does not have a round shape like a pizza but a rectangular one.
• Trinxat de la Cerdanya: a mixture of mashed cabbage and potato; it is usually made with smoked pork fat, but bacon can also be used.
• Esqueixada de bacallà: The main ingredient in this dish is cod (bacallà), a widely eaten fish in Barcelona.

8. Spend a day in Montjuïc

Montjuïc, a mountain in Barcelona, is a great place to spend a day. Montjuic is an Olympic-inspired district in the southeast of Barcelona with attractions that centre on the Parc de Montjuïc, an area complete with museums, a castle, and fantastic city views, as well as a plethora of things to see and do. You can go and enjoy the fresh air, visit museums, do sport, see the magic fountain.

In summer, you can swim at the Picornell Olympic pools or even enjoy an open-air film at the Montjuïc Castle or visit some of the fantastic green spaces at the Botanic Gardens.

9. Visit local festivities: la Mercé

Barcelona always has many free, local festivities, including the main celebration, La Mercè, which takes place in September. You will enjoy free music concerts, exhibitions, street performances, fireworks and traditional activities like castellers and correfocs. If you have the opportunity to take a Spanish course in Barcelona in September, you should consider doing it.
 

 
You can also take part in a correfoc or burning race. This is the most impressive attraction of La Mercè festivities. People gather and then start a race across the city under fireworks. Everywhere, during La Mercè’s week, you will see beautiful and lively fireworks around Barcelona.

Another important attraction of La Mercè is the giants’ parade: huge characters walk around with big costumes of kings, queens and similar figures.

10. Don’t miss out on the Sagrada Familia, La Pedrera and Casa Batló

Our ‘What do to in Barcelona while learning Spanish” – list would not be complete without some of Barcelona’s most iconic buildings. Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia and some of his other buildings – especially La Pedrera (Casa Milà) and Casa Batlló – are some of the most visited places in Barcelona; Gaudí world-renowned masterpieces spread throughout Barcelona.
 

 
La Sagrada Familia is a breathtaking church; the Construction for the Sagrada Familia project began in 1882. It was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. La Sagrada Familia received the designation primarily because of its unique architecture and Gaudí’s ability to create innovative and artistic creations. To avoid disappointment, you better reserve a ticket a few days before.

When you learn Spanish in Barcelona, the opportunities to explore and the list of what-to-do is endless. Doing a Spanish course in Barcelona is an excellent opportunity to live in this amazing city.

 

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