A Fun-Filled Family Day in Barcelona, Spain

Day 1: Exploring Barcelona

Barcelona, Spain

8:00AM

Breakfast at Granja Viader

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Granja Viader, famed for its traditional Spanish hot chocolate and churros, ensuring a sweet start for the family.
Head to Granja Viader located in the Gothic Quarter, a 15-minute walk from the metro station Universitat.
EUR15, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Parc Güell

After breakfast, stroll over to Parc Güell, where Gaudí's whimsical designs await, offering a vibrant playground for kids and adults alike.
Take the metro from Universitat to Vallcarca (Line 3) and walk 15 minutes to the park.
EUR10, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at La Paradeta

For lunch, head to La Paradeta, a self-service seafood restaurant where you can choose fresh seafood to be cooked right in front of you, making it an interactive dining experience.
From Parc Güell, walk 10 minutes to the nearest metro station, then take Line 3 to Catalunya and walk 10 minutes towards La Paradeta.
EUR60, 1.5 hours

1:30PM

Explore the Gothic Quarter

After lunch, take a leisurely walk through the Gothic Quarter, immersing yourselves in medieval architecture and perhaps spotting the famous Barcelona Cathedral.
Walk 15 minutes from La Paradeta to the Gothic Quarter.
FREE, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Visit the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc

Next, head to the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, where kids will enjoy the stunning water and light show, especially if you catch a performance.
Take the metro from Jaume I to Espanya (Line 1) for a 15-minute journey.
FREE, 1 hour

4:30PM

Snack at Chök - The Chocolate Kitchen

Treat the family with exquisite sweet delights at Chök, where you can indulge in gourmet chocolates and doughnuts, keeping everyone energized.
Take a short 20-minute walk from the fountain back to the El Born district.
EUR20, 1 hour

5:30PM

Visit the Picasso Museum

Wrap up your day with a trip to the Picasso Museum, which offers engaging and family-friendly exhibits focused on the artist's early works.
Walk over to the museum, which is about a 15-minute stroll from Chök.
EUR12, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Tapa Tapa

Conclude your adventure with dinner at Tapa Tapa, where the family can share various traditional tapas dishes, perfect for all ages.
Take the metro from Jaume I to Arc de Triomf (Line 1) and walk a short distance to the restaurant.
EUR70, 1.5 hours
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