Is there anything more comfortable that departing on your Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona? This city has a privileged location right at the foot of the Mediterranean, making it easy for cruises to reach other beautiful Spanish ports, the impressive Balearic Islands, the magical France, and even the breathtaking Italy. Before embarking on a cruise, we recommend you take a couple of days to see the city's highlights. Do not miss the renowned Sagrada Familia, a Catholic basilica designed by the famous Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí, as well as his other modernist buildings. Spending days at the beach is also possible and highly recommended before starting your adventure. You will surely fall in love with its cozy inhabitants, its numerous cultural attractions, its delicious gastronomy, and its temperate climate throughout the year.
You should know about Barcelona
A full-time cruise power station. Embarking in Barcelona means you also get a chance to discover the Balearic Islands, as well as various other Mediterranean ports on the captivating shores of Spain, France, and Italy. Locals exude a lot of energy and, in addition to being quite friendly and warm, they also are welcoming, intellectual, and educated. Who wouldn´t be happy to have Park Güell and the Sagrada Familia Cathedral just a few steps away? If your cruise departs from Barcelona, do not miss the opportunity to explore the city before or after your exciting adventure. Extend your stay of a couple of nights and immerse yourself in the busy daily life of the city. Take a train to the surrounding areas, such as Girona, the seaside town of Sitges or the mountainous Montserrat and its basilica. Walk along the pedestrian boulevard of La Rambla and live the city´s essence. Souvenir shops, street artists, flower stalls, cafes, and Catalan folk sardana dancers create a lively scenery all the time. La Sagrada Familia, the city´s main attraction, dates to the year 1,200 and, from its tower, you will be able to get a wonderful panoramic view of the city. Barcelona has mastered the art of cooking. Many restaurants offer creative new Spanish cuisine, while waterfront locations serve seafood paella and multi-course lunch menus including a glass of sparkling wine. To savor Catalan cuisine, try pa amb toméquet (bread with tomato). Savor some Spanish tapas (bite-sized snacks) at the bar like a local, with a vermú in hand. You could spend hours touring Barcelona´s markets while buying high-quality leather clothing, jewelry, antique books, and unique household items. Passeig de Gracia and Barcelona Shopping Line are two popular retail walks, in addition, the Gothic Quarter houses dozens of family shops selling textiles, stationery, decorative tiles and utensils for the kitchen of loza. Get up close and discover the wonders of La Sagrada Familia, Antoni Gaudi’s masterpiece. Marvel at its high capitals and enter it to admire the intricate mosaics, stone pillars of Montjuic and the facade of the Nativity. You can even climb to the tip of the capitals, from where you will have panoramic views of the city. With seven beaches spanning more than two miles of Mediterranean coastline, the port of Barcelona is also known for some of the best adventures in search of the sun and on the high seas. Relax on the coast, kayak in the deep blue waters, or rent a boat and go on fishing trip in search of some tunas, swordfish, or Mediterranean marlin!