8 days in Barcelona & Montserrat Itinerary

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

Basilica of the Sagrada Familia and Barcelona Cathedral are good opportunities to explore the local culture. You'll get in some beach time at Playa de La Barceloneta and Platja de Canyelles. Take a break from Barcelona with a short trip to Cala Banys in Lloret de Mar, about 1h 15 min away. And it doesn't end there: walk around Parc Guell, admire the striking features of Casa Batllo, don't miss a visit to Casa Mila - La Pedrera, and contemplate the long history of Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Barcelona trip website.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Barcelona International Airport, Girona Airport and Reus Air Base. September in Barcelona sees daily highs of 79°F and lows of 65°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sat) so you can go by car to Montserrat.

For ratings, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Montserrat online trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Barcelona to Montserrat takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September in Montserrat, expect temperatures between 78°F during the day and 61°F at night. On the 17th (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.