MacQueen

• Train station has luggage storage 10 e

• late flight to Lisbon
• Lisbon airport hotel: Stay Hotel Lisboa Aeroporto
• picasso has mandatory bag check

• Sagrada Familia - timed - 9am - http://www.sagradafamilia.org - 26 e

One day in Barcelona is tight but very rewarding if you prioritize and book tickets ahead. Focus on Gaudí’s masterpieces and the atmospheric Old Town.
Morning: Gaudí Highlights

09:00 – Sagrada Família
Start here with a timed-entry ticket (book weeks in advance). Allow 1.5–2 hours to explore the interior and exterior. The stained-glass light is especially beautiful in the morning.

Alternative order: Some prefer starting at Park Güell (timed tickets required for the Monumental Zone) for views and mosaics, then heading to Sagrada Família. Both work—just match your ticket times.
Midday: Eixample Architecture + Lunch

11:30–13:00 – Passeig de Gràcia
Walk or take the metro to this elegant boulevard.

    Admire the exteriors of Casa Batlló and Casa Milà (La Pedrera) — two more Gaudí icons.
    Optional: Go inside one if time and tickets allow.

Lunch
Eat in the Eixample or head toward the Gothic Quarter / El Born for tapas, a sandwich from a market, or Catalan dishes.
Afternoon: Gothic Quarter & Old Town

14:00–17:00 – Barri Gòtic (Gothic Quarter)
Wander the medieval streets:

    Barcelona Cathedral
    Plaça Reial
    Hidden squares and Roman remains
    Optional short detour to La Boqueria market (on La Rambla) for snacks and atmosphere.

Continue into El Born neighborhood — stylish streets, Santa Maria del Mar church, and a more local feel.
Evening

17:30 onward

    Option 1: Head to Barceloneta beach for a seaside walk and seafood dinner.
    Option 2: Go up to Montjuïc (funicular or bus) for panoramic views and sunset.
    Dinner: Tapas and wine in El Born, the Gothic Quarter, or near the beach.

Practical Tips

    Must book in advance: Sagrada Família and Park Güell (Monumental Zone) tickets sell out, especially in high season.
    Getting around: Metro is efficient for longer distances (Sagrada ↔ Park Güell ↔ center). The central Old Town is best on foot.
    Walking: Expect a lot of walking — comfortable shoes are essential.
    Crowds: Early starts help. La Rambla is very touristy; the side streets of the Gothic Quarter and El Born are more enjoyable.
    Time-saving tip: If you only have time for one major Gaudí interior, choose the Sagrada Família.