7 best day trips from Barcelona | Top Barcelona day tours

Benedictine Abbey

The Benedictine Abbey, is the host of the famous Catalonian Virgin of Montserrat who was known far and wide for the miracles and wonders she performed. Legend has it that it was once home to the Holy Grail. Today, it is home to over 70 monks, and is visited by millions of pilgrims and tourists.

Basilica of Montserrat

This beautiful Gothic structure houses what is arguably Montserrat's most important feature - the statue of the Black Madonna. The statue sits behind a sheet of glass with a single hand, holding a sphere to symbolize the universe. Be prepared to wait in a queue as the Black Madonna is one of the most popular images in Spain.

Funiculars Of Santa Cova And Of Sant Joan

The Santa Cova funicular, or cable railway, connects to the Santa Cova cave chapel. Once you step down from the funicular, visitors can see the Rosari Monumental - an important group of outdoor sculptures in Catalan Modernism - with pieces by Antonio Gaudí and Josep Llimona, among other famous artists.

Museum of Montserrat

This museum is a delight for art-lovers and amateurs alike. It houses 1300 pieces of art by various artists Picasso, Dali and Caravaggio nestled in amongst less well-known artists. Audio guides are also available for self-guided tours around the museum.

Sant Miquel’s Cross

You can reach the Cross of Sant Miquel through a hike from the Monastery. Though steep and seemingly treacherous, this easy hike takes about 40-60 minutes.

Aerie de Montserrat

This humble cable car is not just another means of transport in the Montserrat region. While ascending the 4,000 ft from the bottom of the Montserrat Mountain to the Monastery, you’ll experience breathtaking views of the River Llobregat, the village of Monistrol and even the famous Santa Cove shrine.

Girona Cathedral

The Girona Cathedral is an integral part of the city’s skyline. Its singular most feature is the large Gothic nave, at a width of 23 meters, is the widest of its kind in the world. Apart from being impressive, it was also the shooting location for Game of Thrones in Season 6.

Girona City Walls

The horseshoe-shaped wall of Girona passes through the medieval parts of the city with many entry points throughout, allowing you to see the old and new Girona. The towers along the wall provide excellent vantage points offering splendid views of the city.

River Onyar

River Onyar divides the city in two and has many bridges for residents to cross from one side to the other. Each of these bridges offer spectacular views of the River, lined with rows of houses with brightly colored facades - it's postcard perfect!.

Museu d'Historia dels Jueus

This museum is dedicated to the culture and history of the Catalonian Jewish community. It has 11 different rooms where the daily lives and rituals of the Jewish community during the medieval period, including a rare mikvah and an ancient Jewish house, are displayed.

Portaventura Park

PortAventura Barcelona is designed around 5 featured theme areas built around civilizations: Mexico, Polynesia, China, the Far West, and the Mediterranean. Top rides here include Furius Baco, an accelerator coaster with a top speed of 135 km/h; Hurakan Condor, one of the tallest free-fall rides in the world at 330 ft; Dragon Khan, a roller coaster with 8 inversions and has consistently ranked as one of the best rides in the world; and Shambhala, the fastest and tallest roller coaster in the world.

Ferrari Land

Ferrari Land Salou, dedicated to the prestigious Italian firm, Ferrari, is a huge amusement park spanning over 70000 sq.m packed with adrenaline pumping, technologically advanced thrilling rides gives a dose of complete adventure to all.

Costa Caribe Aquatic Park

The Costa Caribe Aquatic Park is a themed water park featuring waterfalls, huge pools, lush greens and reggae music set on a tropical island. With a total of 14 attractions including the King Khajuna, one of the tallest slides in the continent, 6 lanes of the Rapid Race, heavenly pools of Playa Paraíso and the exciting Triángulo de las Bermudas, you're destined to have a fabulous day under the Spanish sun.

Teatro Museo Dalí

The Teatro Museo is housed in a large red theatre, renovated by Dalí himself. It is covered in yellow pieces of the local bread, with white eggs on the roof and golden statues - symbolic of his surrealist journey through his bizarre world. The museum houses one of the best Dalí collections of art in the world, featuring not only paintings and drawings, but also three-dimensional installations and sculptures. Dali himself is buried here.

Dalí Jewels Collection

Right next to the Dalí Theatre Museum is the Dalí Jewels Collection, a permanent exhibition housed in a purpose-built two-storey building. It showcases an extensive collection of jewellery made by the artist between 1941 and 1970.

Castell de Sant Ferran

This castle is an old fortification dating back to the 18th century and surrounded by bastions. The castle covers an area of 32 hectares with a capacity to hold 4,000 men, making it one of the largest fortresses in Europe.

Gaudi's Crypt

Gaudi's Crypt at the Colonia Guell Church is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and bears Gaudi’s seal. It sits in harmony with nature - green trencadis covering the structure and curved pillars at the entrance. This is considered the highlight of Colonia Guell, so make sure you spend ample time exploring the intricasies of Colonia Guell's Crypt.

Castillo Torre Salvana

This is a short walk from the parking lot of Colonia Guell - an abandoned building, yet so beautiful. One cannot enter this hidden castle due to its weak walls, and it is predicted that it may crumble in the next few years. Catch a glimpse from afar on your way back.

Museu Cau Ferrat

The Cau Ferrat building was once the home of Catalan artist Santiago Rusiñol, one of the leading figures of the Catalan Modernist movement. Upon his death, the artist bequeathed the house and its his drawings, paintings, ceramics and more – to the town of Sitges on condition that it be opened to the public as a museum.

Passeig Maritim

A wide pedestrian boulevard stretching along the waterfront, the Passeig Maritim is one of the most scenic walks to be enjoyed in Sitges. The walkway is lined with cafés, restaurants and ice cream shops, so grab something to munch and take a long stroll

Old Town centre

At the Old Town of Sitges, the old fishermen’s neighbourhood and its white houses with blue borders, as well as the 15th-century Church of Sant Bartomeu and Santa Tecla and its Baroque interior are worthy of a visit.

Garraf Natural Park

Sitges is surrounded by the Garraf Natural Park, located on the mountain ranges of Garraf Massif. There are a number of marked trails one can complete in a day, or explore via a train that runs along the coastline ( if you're not in the mood for a hike). Watch out for the Buddhist Monastery and abandoned villages along the way.

Casa Bacardi

Casa Bacardi is a museum dedicated to Facundo Bacardi. The founder of the Bacardi Rum Distillery grew up in Sitges before emigrating to Cuba and the museum is dedicated to the brand's history.

Plaça Major

Plaça Majos is Vic’s main square and the town's hub - everything happens here. It is surrounded by numerous shops, cafés and restaurants and some rather notable buildings - the 14th-century gothic town hall building, 14th-century Casa Cormella and the Casa Costa, a 20th-century modernist building.

Sant Pere Cathedral

This 11th century cathedral still has its original romanesque crypt and bell tower from the time of its construction. Other baroque and neoclassical elements were added in the following centuries and this peculiar blending of styles makes the cathedral particularly pleasing.

Episcopal Museum

This museum contains an impressive collection of over 29,000 pieces of Catalan gothic and romanesque artwork - including paintings, jewellery, textiles, archaeological remains, ironwork, glasswork and pottery.

Hot-Air Balloon Ride

One of the most popular ways to explore the town of Vic is to take a hot air balloon ride. The town is surrounded by the mountains of the Montseny natural park, and a balloon ride offers the chance to admire the Catalan countryside.

Monastery of Sant Pere Casseres

Perched on a cliff overlooking River Ter, the Monastery of Sante Pere Casseres is an 11th-century Benedictine monastery constructed in romanesque style. Enjoy scenic vistas of the countryside from here.