SOLO TRAVEL to BARCELONA Vlog | La Sagrada, Getting Braids, Shopping, tapas & more ( +Travel Guide)

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1. 3:24

   Sagrada Família

   🏢 Landmark · Eixample

   The light through the stained-glass windows is at its best between 3 and 4 p.m.

2. 4:14

   Plaça Reial

   🏢 Landmark · Barri Gòtic

   An antique flea market set up in the square sells pendants for about €4 and old Swiss watches, cash only.

3. 20:29

   Mercat de la Boqueria

   🛒 Market · El Raval

   Sea urchins, goose barnacles and razor clams can be eaten at the stalls; the razor clams were the standout, rated 8/10.

4. 31:20

   Park Güell

   🌳 Park · Gràcia

   The walk up is very steep, but city views open up well before the top; go before sunset for the light.

5. 34:18

   Picasso Museum (Museu Picasso)

   🏛️ Museum · Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera

   Verify evening opening hours on official sources before going.

6. 38:02

   Barcelona Cathedral

   ⛩️ Temple · Barri Gòtic · brief mention

7. 38:35

   Brunch & Cake

   ☕ Cafe · Ciutat Vella

   Expect queues at multiple locations, though the food justifies the wait.

8. 39:10

   Port Vell Boat Tour

   🚡 Activity · Ciutat Vella

   A souvenir photo is handed out at the end of the tour.

9. 51:04

   Casa Batlló

   🏢 Landmark · Eixample

   The silver ticket gives access all the way to the top of the house.

10. 52:37

    Gothic Quarter (Barri Gòtic)

    🏘️ Neighborhood · Ciutat Vella · brief mention

    Some old buildings here have tiny elevators and a musty smell.