RAINY DAY ACTIVITIES

Barcelona offers a wide range of indoor activities that are perfect for rainy days. Here are some ideas to make the most of your day in Barcelona when the weather doesn't cooperate:

1. Visit Museums and Art Galleries

• Explore the Picasso Museum to see the extensive collection of works by the famous Spanish painter.

• Head to the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC) to enjoy Catalan art from the Romanesque to Modernisme.

• Discover contemporary art at the MACBA (Museum of Contemporary Art of Barcelona).

2. Tour Historical Buildings

• Visit the impressive Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar in the Born neighborhood.

• Explore the interior of the Sagrada Familia and marvel at the architecture of Antoni Gaudí.

• Walk through the interior of the Palau de la Música Catalana, a jewel of Catalan modernism.

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3. Enjoy Local Gastronomy

• Immerse yourself in Barcelona's culinary culture at covered markets such as Boquería or Mercat de Sant Antoni.

• Try tapas at a traditional bar or enjoy a comforting meal at a local restaurant.

Inside La Boqueria in Barcelona: Barcelona

4. Relax in a Cafe or Bookstore

• Take shelter from the bad weather in a cozy cafe and enjoy a hot coffee and cake.

• Explore a local bookstore and find a good book to read while listening to the rain fall outside.

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5. Take a Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

• Board a double-decker tour bus with a panoramic roof and enjoy views of the city from the comfort of the interior.

Hop on Hop off Barcelona Bus Tour - 24/48h Ticket

6. Watch a Movie at the Cinema

• Head to one of Barcelona's cinemas and enjoy a newly released movie or a timeless classic.

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7. Practice Sports in an Indoor Sports Center

• Go to a gym or indoor sports center to exercise and stay active even on a rainy day.

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8. Visit a Shopping Center

• Spend the day shopping at one of Barcelona's many shopping centers, where you'll find a wide variety of shops, restaurants and indoor entertainment activities.