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.

Get some cultural insight at El Barri Gòtic and Barcelona Cathedral. Your itinerary includes some good beach time at La Barceloneta and Platja de Canyelles. Step out of Barcelona with an excursion to Cala Banys in Lloret de Mar--about 1h 25 min away. There's much more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, examine the collection at Museo Picasso, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar, and browse the exhibits of Casa Mila - La Pedrera.

To find photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Barcelona travel route planner .

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major airports are Barcelona International Airport, Girona Airport and Reus Air Base. In September, daily temperatures in Barcelona can reach 79°F, while at night they dip to 65°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.

To see maps, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Montserrat visit planner.

Traveling by car from Barcelona to Montserrat takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. September in Montserrat sees daily highs of 78°F and lows of 61°F at night. You will have some time to spend on the 17th (Tue) before leaving for home.