11 days in Barcelona Itinerary

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Barcelona: Artcava (in Avinyonet del Penedes), Celler Mas Vicenc (in Cabra del Camp) and Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey (in Montserrat). There's lots more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, stroll around Ciutadella Park, wander the streets of Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic), and admire the striking features of Casa Batllo.

To find traveler tips, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Barcelona trip itinerary app.

Istanbul, Turkey to Barcelona is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference when traveling from Istanbul to Barcelona is minus 2 hours. While traveling from Istanbul, expect somewhat warmer days and a bit cooler nights in Barcelona, ranging from highs of 17°C to lows of 7°C. You will have some time to spend on the 16th (Wed) before leaving for home.