Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain and the capital of Catalonia. It is located on the shores of the Mediterranean and enjoys a mild climate all year round.Barcelona is one of Europe's largest and most successful ports and one of the world's leading cities in art and architecture.

From the modern cruise terminal at the docks you will need a taxi or tour to see the artistic beauty of this unique destination, credited to the talents of Joan Miro, Pablo Picasso, Antonio Gaudi, Jose Clara and others. Stroll the mosaic-paved Ramblas, the city's social hub, with open-air cafes, street entertainers and flower displays. See its unique Catalonian cultural heritage in the ancient Gothic Quarter, the surrealistic architecture of Antonio Gaudi and some outstanding museums.

Sights of interest include the Columbus Monument, the Cathedral of Santa Eulalia (1298 to 1454), the Maritime Museum, Picasso Gallery, La Sagrada Familia (Gaudi's unfinished cathedral), Palau Guell (Gaudi mansion) and the Olympic stadiums.

Things to See & Do

• La Rambla
• World-famous opera house El Liceu
• Plaça Reial (Royal Square)
• Cathedral of Santa Eulalia
• The National Museum of Art of Catalonia

General information

Cruise Season

Feb - Dec

Currency

Euro (€)

Language

Spanish

Land Area

102 square kilometers

Population

1,600,000 approx

Electricity

2 round pins European style

Time

GMT plus 1 hour

International Country Telephone Code

+34

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