Historic Catalan café near Plaça Catalunya serving strong coffee and traditional ensaïmadas — a classic local start; usually opens early but check seasonal hours.
Wander medieval lanes, visit Barcelona Cathedral and hidden plazas to soak up the city’s oldest neighbourhood; the cathedral typically opens around 10:00am so plan visits accordingly.
Experience colourful market stalls and grab fresh tapas or a charcuterie plate for a lively, quick lunch; the market runs most of the day but individual stall hours vary.
See Picasso’s formative works housed in medieval palaces — the museum generally opens 10:00–19:00 (check Mondays) and benefits from pre-booked tickets.
Walk the iconic promenade with street performers then relax in the elegant Plaça Reial for people-watching and architecture; public spaces are open all day.
Buzzy tapas bar in El Born known for house cava and anchovy dishes — arrive early or reserve where possible as it fills quickly; typically open evenings.
Gaudí’s monumental basilica with breathtaking interior light and sculpted facades — in April it commonly opens around 9:00am; book timed tickets and consider tower access when available.
Walk this elegant avenue to admire Modernist façades and decide whether to enter Casa Batlló or La Pedrera; both houses usually open from about 9:00, but check seasonal hours before visiting.
Colourful mosaic terraces and panoramic city views — the monumental zone requires a timed ticket; in April the site closes in the early evening so check the exact closing time.
Neighbourhood restaurant offering relaxed Catalan dishes in Gràcia — a pleasant, less touristy evening option after Park Güell; typically opens evening service from around 19:00.
Take the Telefèric for scenic access to Montjuïc Castle and harbour views — cable car and castle generally operate from mid-morning in spring, so check current times and weather conditions.
Museum dedicated to Joan Miró with modern and surrealist works set in a peaceful hilltop setting — usually open around 10:00–18:00 but check seasonal hours and temporary closures.
Open-air architectural village with multiple restaurants representing Spanish regional cuisine — convenient for varied lunch options and typically open daily (confirm individual restaurant hours).
Explore Catalan art spanning Romanesque to modern periods; MNAC usually opens 10:00–18:00 in spring and offers great views from its steps, so allow time for galleries and panoramas.
Light, water and music show at the fountain on Montjuïc — runs on selected evenings (seasonal schedule); verify exact show nights and start time for April 2026.
Terrace restaurant on Montjuïc slopes known for rice dishes and sea views — relaxed dinner spot after the fountain, but reserve for a view table and confirm opening hours.
Relax on the sand, swim (weather permitting) or rent a bike to explore the seafront; the beach is public all day but services like loungers and bars operate seasonally — check availability in April.
Stroll the harbour, pop into shops or sit at a waterfront bar as the harbour lights come on; the area is public and open most of the day with shops/malls on standard hours.
Casual, fun seafood experience where you pick fresh fish to be cooked to order — excellent for seafood lovers; casual evening service, but expect queues at peak times.
Traditional coffeehouse vibe and pastries on La Rambla — a fitting last full-day breakfast close to central sights; check opening hours if you have an early start.
Tour Gaudí’s undulating building and rooftop chimneys; generally open from 9:00am with later last entries — book ahead to skip lines and check April visiting hours.
Browse boutiques and admire Modernist façades along one of Barcelona’s most elegant streets — shops commonly open by 10:00am and it's ideal for a relaxed morning stroll.
Upscale food hall on Passeig de Gràcia offering a range of Iberian dishes — a great meal to sample several regional tastes in one convenient spot; open daily for lunch.
Wander narrow streets of El Born with boutiques, galleries and the beautiful Santa Maria del Mar church — the area is atmospheric and many shops and the church are open in the afternoon.
Highly regarded tapas bar in El Born serving refined small plates — reserve in advance for an evening slot as it is popular; opening times typically start around 19:00.
Take the R5 regional train to Montserrat-Aeri or Monistrol de Montserrat (35–50 minutes) — both routes connect to the cable car or rack railway; check timetables for morning departures.
Scenic ascent offering dramatic views; services run through the day but frequency varies — verify operating times and choose cable car (Aeri) for panoramic rides or the rack railway for a gentler climb.
Visit the Benedictine monastery, see the Black Madonna and enjoy the basilica — basilica opening hours often start early, but check if choir/ceremony times affect visitor access.
Take a short walk or the Sant Joan funicular for higher viewpoints and easy trails with spectacular rock formations — funiculars typically run from mid-morning; check service hours if you plan a specific trail.
Eat at one of the monastery’s restaurants or enjoy a packed picnic with panoramic views — options vary between simple cafeterias and set-menu restaurants, so check opening times on the day.
Museum houses art and archaeological collections including works by El Greco and Picasso; generally opens from 10:00–18:00 but confirm seasonal hours before planning.
Descend by cable car/rack railway and take the R5 train back to Plaça Espanya — trains run regularly but check the timetable for your preferred departure.
Classic tapas with a modern twist from the Adrià family in a relaxed bodega setting — reserve in advance for an evening slot; opening times typically start around 19:00 but check for earlier availability if needed.