Whether you are a first-timer in Barcelona or a frequent visitor, here are our top picks to create your perfect weekend in the Spanish capital while visiting for Together 2025. Our 2025 edition is held on 20-21st February, but don’t worry, this time of the year in Spain still offers dry and mild temperatures, perfect for exploring outside of the high season!
Las Ramblas: This boulevard is undoubtedly Barcelona’s most lively and iconic street running through the heart of the city centre. Start off at Plaça Catalunya and make your way down, stopping at the Mercat de la Boqueria, a bustling market of fresh produce and food stalls. This is an ideal opportunity to taste some local food in an authentic setting. You can also make a stop at Plaça Reial, a square with Gaudí-designed lampposts, palm trees, and popular restaurants and bars.
Park Güell: Located on Carmel Hill and designed by Antoni Gaudí, Park Güell is an architectural masterpiece and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Expect colourful mosaic buildings, intricate designs and lovely views over Barcelona. The park is open to visitors all year round, and tickets cost around 10 EUR. This is a must-see for anyone visiting the city.
Bunkers del Carmel at the top of Turó de la Rovira: Not far from Park Güell and located in the Carmel neighbourhood, this place is a less-known spot but nonetheless unmissable. It offers a 360º city view at a height of 262 metres. We recommend you visit at sunset time!
La Sagrada Família: No Barcelona guide would be complete without mentioning the famous Sagrada Família. Another one of Gaudí’s design masterpieces and also a World Heritage Site, this basilica is the largest unfinished Catholic church in the world. Just a 20-minute walk or 10-minute bus ride from the Together 2025 venue Novotel Barcelona City, this is an easy visit to fit in around the event.
Tablao Flamenco Cordobes: This is one of the most authentic and traditional flamenco shows Barcelona has to offer. Managed by a family of artists and known internationally for its high-quality shows, Tablao Flamenco Cordobes has played a leading role in the city’s culture for over 45 years.
Casa Batlló: Our last Gaudí-designed recommendation for your visit is Casa Batlló, situated along Passeig de Gràcia. This building was designed by Gaudí for Josep Batlló, a wealthy aristocrat, as an upmarket home. It’s a real work-of-art and is definitely worth a detour. You can also visit inside and opt for an audio-guided tour if you like.
El Xampanyet: Head over to the Ciutat Vella neighbourhood into El Xampanyet, a lively and traditional tapas bar. Conserved as it was from 1929, this is a true Barcelona gem. The bar’s name comes from the sparkling wine they serve, which you should definitely try! Keep in mind they don’t take bookings, so don’t be late.
Picasso Museum: Just down the road from El Xampanyet and along Carrer de Montcada is the famous Picasso Museum, hosting over 4,200 works from the artist in the permanent collection. Even if you don’t visit, the street itself is worth seeing as it is an important place of medieval city architecture in Barcelona and was declared an art historical heritage in 1947. The area begins to the northwest by the small 12th century Romanesque Marcus chapel and ends at Plaça del Born at Santa Maria del Mar.
Parc de la Ciutadella: A couple of streets from there is the Parc de la Ciutadella. Established in the late 1800s, you can explore museums, a lake, the Catalan Parliament and some lovely walking trails. This is the place to go to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Barceloneta Beach: Our last stop is Barceloneta Beach, linked to the fishing neighbourhood where both locals and tourists enjoy traditional seafood dishes and tapas. Stretching over 400 metres, the promenade accommodates a variety of bars, restaurants and shops.
We hope you’ve enjoyed our highlights of must-sees and dos while in Barcelona. The Together 2025 event is a great time to explore the city around your free time or over the weekend. See you there!
