2-Day Family Friendly Barcelona Itinerary for an Adventurous 12-Year-Old

Day 1: Exploring Gaudí & the Park

Barcelona, Spain

8:00AM

Breakfast at Granja Viader

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Granja Viader, famous for its chocolate and churros.
Walk to the nearest Metro station, Universitat, and take Line 1 to Arc de Triomf.
EUR20, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Sagrada Família

After breakfast, visit the stunning Sagrada Família, where your 12-year-old will be in awe of Gaudí's unique architecture.
Take a taxi or a 20-minute walk to the Sagrada Família.
EUR48, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at La Paradeta

Enjoy lunch at La Paradeta, a seafood market restaurant where you can choose fresh seafood right from the display.
Take the Metro from Sagrada Família to the Barceloneta station (Line 2).
EUR40, 1 hour

1:30PM

Relax at Park Güell

Stroll through Park Güell, where the vibrant mosaics and whimsical sculptures will captivate both you and your child.
Take a bus (Bus 92) from La Paradeta to Park Güell.
EUR20, 2 hours

4:00PM

Explore the Gothic Quarter

Wander through the narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter, discovering medieval architecture and cozy shops.
Take the bus back to the city center (Bus 24) and walk to the Gothic Quarter.
FREE, 2 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at El Quim de la Boqueria

For dinner, head to El Quim de la Boqueria for some fresh tapas at the famous La Boqueria market.
Walk towards La Boqueria from the Gothic Quarter (about 10 minutes).
EUR60, 1.5 hours

8:00PM

Beach Time at Barceloneta

End the day with some relaxing time at Barceloneta Beach, where you can enjoy the sunset and maybe grab some ice cream.
Walk to Barceloneta Beach (about 15 minutes).
FREE, 1 hour
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Day 2: Cultural Discoveries & Fun Activities

Barcelona, Spain

8:30AM

Breakfast at Chök

Fuel up for the day with delicious pastries and hot chocolate at Chök, the chocolate kitchen.
Walk from your hotel to Chök (about 10 minutes), located in El Born.
EUR25, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit the Picasso Museum

Visit the Picasso Museum and discover the incredible works of Picasso that showcase his early years in Barcelona.
Walk to the museum from Chök (about 5 minutes).
EUR30, 1.5 hours

11:30AM

Explore Parc de la Ciutadella

Head to Parc de la Ciutadella for some outdoor fun, where your child can enjoy playgrounds and a small lake for boat rides.
Walk to Parc de la Ciutadella (about 15 minutes).
EUR5 for pedal boats, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Picnic

Enjoy a relaxed lunch at Picnic, known for its delicious burgers and gourmet sandwiches.
Take a 10-minute walk from the park to Picnic.
EUR50, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit the Magic Fountain

Next, visit the iconic Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, known for its light and music shows.
Take the Metro from the nearest station to Picnic to Espanya station (Line 1).
FREE, 1 hour

4:30PM

Explore Montjuïc Park

After the fountain, explore Montjuïc Park and walk around its gardens and historic sites.
Walk around Montjuïc Park and visit the nearby attractions.
FREE, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Tapaç 24

Conclude your Barcelona adventure with a dinner at Tapaç 24, known for its creative tapas that your family will love.
Take a taxi or bus from Montjuïc to Tapaç 24.
EUR70, 1.5 hours

8:00PM

End the Day at the Top of the World

End your trip by taking a quick taxi ride to the top of Montjuïc for stunning panoramic views of the city at sunset.
Short taxi ride to Montjuïc.
FREE, 1 hour
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