MacQueen

• Train station has luggage storage 10 e

• late flight to Lisbon arrive 22:55
• Lisbon airport hotel: Stay Hotel Lisboa Aeroporto
• picasso has mandatory bag check
• Sagrada Família - timed dq

This plan covers the absolute must-sees while keeping walking and transport manageable. It assumes you start in the city center (Plaça de Catalunya area) or can reach it easily by metro.
Morning: Gaudí Highlights

    09:00 – Sagrada Família (2 hours)
    Book a timed-entry ticket online in advance (essential — queues are long).
    Allow time to explore the interior and, if possible, climb a tower.
    Tip: Arrive 15 minutes early.
    11:15 – Travel to Park Güell
    Take Metro L5 to Diagonal, then L3 to Lesseps (or a short taxi/Uber).
    Walk uphill to the park (≈15–20 minutes).
    11:45–13:15 – Park Güell (1.5 hours)
    Book the Monumental Zone timed ticket in advance.
    Enjoy the mosaics, the famous serpentine bench, and panoramic city views.

Midday: Lunch + Modernist Architecture

    13:30 – Lunch in Gràcia or near Passeig de Gràcia
    Good options: casual tapas or a quick menú del día.
    14:30 – Passeig de Gràcia (45–60 minutes)
    Stroll the elegant avenue and see the exteriors of:
        Casa Batlló
        Casa Milà (La Pedrera)
        Casa Amatller

    (Interior visits optional if you have extra energy and tickets.)

Afternoon: Historic Center

    15:30 – Gothic Quarter (Barri Gòtic) + El Born (2–2.5 hours)
    Walk or take the metro to Plaça de Catalunya / Jaume I.
    Highlights:
        Barcelona Cathedral
        Plaça Reial
        Narrow medieval streets
        Santa Maria del Mar (in El Born)
        Optional: quick look at the Picasso Museum exterior or Mercat de la Boqueria if you’re near La Rambla.

Evening: Views or Beach

Option A – Classic views

    Head to Montjuïc (funicular + cable car or metro to Espanya).
    Catch sunset from the MNAC steps or Castell de Montjuïc.
    Magic Fountain show (seasonal, usually evenings Thursday–Saturday).

Option B – Beach vibe

    Go to Barceloneta for a late afternoon walk along the beach and a seafood/tapas dinner by the sea.

Practical Tips

    Tickets to book in advance: Sagrada Família and Park Güell (buy online as early as possible).
    Transport: A T-Casual 10-ride metro ticket is convenient and cheap.
    Walking: Expect 8–12 km total. Wear comfortable shoes.
    Pace: This is full but doable. If you prefer a slower day, drop Park Güell or Montjuïc.

• 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.