As the weekend approaches, what plans do we make? What to do on an afternoon in Barcelona? We’ve put together a list of the top 5 plans to do with your friends or family, whether you’ve been living in Barcelona for years or just visiting for a few days. Take advantage of this list to experience Barcelona from a different perspective.
1. The unique «Secret in the Gothic» treasure hunt, the only one of its kind in Barcelona.
The perfect opportunity to discover the legends, mysteries, and curiosities of the Gothic Quarter in a fun-filled treasure hunt, brimming with challenges, games, and magic. In this outdoor escape room-style treasure hunt, you’ll be equipped with all the necessary gear and set out to search for clues throughout the streets of the neighborhood, aiming to decipher the secret messages hidden within the most magical legends of the Gothic Quarter.
An ideal plan to go with your friends, family, celebrate birthdays, bachelorette parties, or simply enjoy a unique afternoon in Barcelona.
2. Have a Picnic in Ciutadella Park
Ciutadella Park in Barcelona boasts expansive areas with gardens and pathways, making it a popular destination for various recreational and cultural activities. The park offers a diverse array of attractions, with some of the most striking ones being the Castle of the Three Dragons (currently functioning as a museum of natural sciences), its stunning waterfall composed of an impressive monumental ensemble, and the central lake where you can enjoy a leisurely boat ride.
In the gardens of Ciutadella Park, you can bring your picnic and have a lovely afternoon in Barcelona with your mates, partner, or family.
3. Indulge in the Best Churros on Petritxol Street
In this narrow street that goes from Portaferrissa Street to Plaça del Pi (Pine Square), you can find the finest churros with chocolate in the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona. As you stroll along this street, you’ll come across shops offering their customers: clothing, costume jewelry, local art, churros with chocolate, and more.
If you want to spend a sweet afternoon in Barcelona, you can walk the 130 meters of Petritxol Street and indulge in some delicious churros with chocolate at one of the three churrerias on the street.
4. Take a stroll along the «Carretera de les Aigües» (Water Road).
Enjoy the views of Barcelona as you walk along the «Carretera de les Aigües» (Water Road). This road is a privileged balcony over the city, a magnificent viewpoint from the Collserola mountain range. It originated from an old water conduit used to supply water to the city while maintaining its horizontal path that stretches for almost 10 km in length.
5. Rent a bicycle and ride along the «Paseo Marítimo» (Seafront Promenade) all the way to the Forum.
Exploring Barcelona by bicycle is always a great option. The city now has an increasing number of available bike lanes, making it very convenient to travel from one place to another. Therefore, riding a bike is always a good choice for spending an afternoon in Barcelona. You can rent a bicycle or bring your own and ride along the seafront promenade, enjoying the views, monuments, restaurants, and even taking a dip at the beach.
