A cruise from Barcelona is one of the best ways to experience all the brightest jewels of the Mediterranean — but it’s also a great opportunity to spend some time discovering one of the coolest cultural hubs in western Europe. This vibrant seaside town has it all: history, culture, delicious food, a thriving art scene, and a lot more. You can start every day in Barcelona with a steaming cortado at a charming sidewalk café. After that, there are no end of adventures to choose from. One of Europe's largest aquariums lets visitors interact with sharks. Check out ancient Roman relics at the Barcelona City History Museum, located in the vibrant Gothic Quarter. Make a reservation for a sensual flamenco performance. Also, when you're hungry, go to Mercat de Sant Josep de la Boqueria, a foodie pilgrimage site. It was a covered market back in the 1200s. Now it’s one of the top food markets in the world and a must-visit stop before your cruise out of Barcelona.
Get a close-up look at the cathedral's masterpiece, La Sagrada Famlia, which was designed by renown Catalan architect Antoni Gaud. Step inside to take in the intricate mosaics, Montjuc stone pillars, and Nativity facade before marveling at its sky-piercing spires. You can even get a great view of the city by scaling the spires.
Barcelona's harborfront, which is home to seven beaches and more than two miles of Mediterranean coastline, is renowned for some of the world's best sunbathing and seaside adventures. Lounge along the shore, kayak deep blue waters— or charter a fishing trip for the chance to reel in tuna, swordfish or Mediterranean spearfish.