Yes, we know that these are complex times in terms of the economy. That is why, thinking about your pocket, we have created a list of activities and places where you don’t have to pay anything. Yes, just as you read, there are 9 FREE things to do in Barcelona, so if you want to live new experiences without running out of money, this article is for you!
1. Visit Parc Güell
Did you know that there is an area of this park that you can visit for free? Yes, and regardless of the time. There is another area where you do have to pay. You should know that all areas of Gaudí’s building are open to the public before 8 o’clock and in the evening, (the access time changes depending on the season). And there’s a secret pass that gives you free access – we’ve already given you the scoop, now we’re leaving this research to you!
Parc Güell declared the second most beautiful park in Europe
2. Visiting museums, often for free in Barcelona
Barcelona’s museums are free during the Nit dels Museus, as well as on Sunday afternoons, during the La Mercè or Santa Eulàlia open days. So, what are plans, find the day and make your way through the best galleries.
3. Open-air cinema
Let us clarify: this only happens in summer and during certain days. But it is for you to prepare for the next one and enjoy a different night at the beach.
4. Exchange stickers at the Sant Antoni Market on Sundays.
Every Sunday morning you can go to the market and enjoy the exchange of paper stamps -with no money involved. If you don’t want to, and you don’t have stamps to exchange, then go take a look, it’s a very entertaining plan!
5. Go to the Temple of Augustus
Seeing the Roman columns of the Temple of Augustus, among the alleys of the Gothic Quarter is something incredible and one of the best free plans in Barcelona.
6. Swing dancing
BCN Swing is a musical association that organizes very frequent open sessions -FREE- of this ancient dance. And, although it is no longer fashionable in Barcelona as it was a few years ago, it is a different activity to do that will get you out of the routine.
7. CCCB has free activities in Barcelona
The Center of Contemporary Culture of Barcelona frequently organizes cycles, lectures, screenings and very interesting events in which you don’t have to pay anything, you just have to be aware of its programming.
8. Going to churches, cathedrals and other sanctuaries is one of the most common free plans in Barcelona.
Going to the Barcelona Cathedral, Santa Maria del Mar or the PI Church is a great plan. Let yourself be seduced by the spaces and the spectacular architecture.
9. The gardens of Barcelona are out of this world!
There are many parks with otherworldly gardens that you can visit for free in Barcelona. For example, Parc de la Ciutadella, Laribal and Maragall, among others.
Which of these free plans in Barcelona will you do tomorrow?
