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The 5 Days in Former Villages Barcelona Guide

Charles Updated by Charles 1085 days ago Charles

63 reviews

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wine bars traditional food hidden gems best views off the beaten path best parks neighborhoods like a local

Perfect guide for:

Off the beaten path travelers

Long stays

Tourist crowds escapists

Barcelona 2nd timers

Local tapas bars seekers

During 5 days you'll be immersed into the local life of Barcelona neighborhoods that used to be villages surrounding the city. Get away from the tourist crowds, delight yourself with … (More) During 5 days you'll be immersed into the local life of Barcelona neighborhoods that used to be villages surrounding the city. Get away from the tourist crowds, delight yourself with local bars and restaurants and catch the genuine vibe of the city. You won't find any highlight in this guide but you'll fall in love with Barcelona. (Less)

Perfect guide for:

Off the beaten path travelers

Long stays

Tourist crowds escapists

Barcelona 2nd timers

Local tapas bars seekers

Daily Experiences

Day 1 Horta - Guinardó

Horta - Guinardó

Discover the area Horta-Guinardó, former Horta and Sant Martí de Provençals villages. Cozy squares , village houses, gorgeous gardens, amazing views, a refurbished modernist hospital and great bodegas for an … (More) Discover the area Horta-Guinardó, former Horta and Sant Martí de Provençals villages. Cozy squares , village houses, gorgeous gardens, amazing views, a refurbished modernist hospital and great bodegas for an authentic day in Barcelona. (Less)

Day 2 El Coll - Gràcia

El Coll - Gràcia

During this second day in Barcelona you'll explore the are of the former village of Gràcia. Enjoy the cozy squares of Vila de Gràcia, a big variety of local tapas … (More) During this second day in Barcelona you'll explore the are of the former village of Gràcia. Enjoy the cozy squares of Vila de Gràcia, a big variety of local tapas & wine bars, amazing views from isolated hills and some local nightlife too. (Less)

Day 3 Sant Andreu - El Clot

Sant Andreu - El Clot

Another rural day in Barcelona. Discover the former villages of Sant Andreu and Sant Martí in the middle of new neighborhoods, old textile factories reconverted into cultural centers, markets and … (More) Another rural day in Barcelona. Discover the former villages of Sant Andreu and Sant Martí in the middle of new neighborhoods, old textile factories reconverted into cultural centers, markets and local life in areas where you'll hardly find any tourist. (Less)

Day 4 Sants - Les Corts

Sants - Les Corts

In this walking day, you'll visit 2 former villages located in the other side of the city: Sants and Les Corts. Unlock the hidden gems of these areas: Parks, former … (More) In this walking day, you'll visit 2 former villages located in the other side of the city: Sants and Les Corts. Unlock the hidden gems of these areas: Parks, former factories, tapas & bodegas & the pride of belonging to Sants. (Less)

Day 5 Sarrià and Tibidabo

Sarrià and Tibidabo

In this last day exploring the former villages of Barcelona, you'll hike to Sarrià and Sant Gervasi: Nice little squares, pedestrian streets, a gorgeous monastery, a kid-friendly them park in … (More) In this last day exploring the former villages of Barcelona, you'll hike to Sarrià and Sant Gervasi: Nice little squares, pedestrian streets, a gorgeous monastery, a kid-friendly them park in the top of a mountain, gorgeous modernist houses in the wealthiest part of Barcelona. (Less)

What's included in the guide

Daily routes

Information & tips about places

How to move around

What you need to know

What you should try to eat

Events you should go to

What you should book or do before coming


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About the author

Charles
Charles
63 reviews

32 year old Barcelonian. Startuper & Former RTW traveler. I try to bear my travel withdrawal by exploring my beloved Barcelona.

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Jessica Jessica

Just great!! 2nd time in Barcelona, wanted to go again to some places we liked but discover new ones too and luckily we found this guide!! We only made Around … (More) Just great!! 2nd time in Barcelona, wanted to go again to some places we liked but discover new ones too and luckily we found this guide!! We only made Around Güell, the one in Horta and the other in Sarrià but they were amazing!! we're already looking for flights to do the rest !!! (Less)


Matt Matt

Thanks for sharing all these great Bodegas!! Thanks to the guide I could avoid going to all these nordic style hip bars that I already have at home and eat … (More) Thanks for sharing all these great Bodegas!! Thanks to the guide I could avoid going to all these nordic style hip bars that I already have at home and eat and drink in authentic Spanish bars. Good Job!!! (Less)


Andrew Andrew

Top!! You can't imagine the quantity of great things Barcelona has to offer beyond the main sights. I've loved the way the routes are planned, with plenty of options to … (More) Top!! You can't imagine the quantity of great things Barcelona has to offer beyond the main sights. I've loved the way the routes are planned, with plenty of options to eat or drink (super locals) along the way. Maybe the only problem would be that daily routes are a bit too long... But you can just stop anytime in fact... (Less)


Cameron Cameron

All these neighborhoods where lovely and we could eat in bars and restaurants that were great deals compared to the ones in the city center. Couldn't have found all these … (More) All these neighborhoods where lovely and we could eat in bars and restaurants that were great deals compared to the ones in the city center. Couldn't have found all these places and done these gorgeous walks without this great guide (Less)


Alisson Alisson

Great daily focused guide!! The perfect combination of visits, bars and restaurants to discover unknown areas of Barcelona.


Marko Marko

Just what I needed! I had already been to Barcelona a couple of times and had always stayed around the city center. This time I wanted to go further and … (More) Just what I needed! I had already been to Barcelona a couple of times and had always stayed around the city center. This time I wanted to go further and I couldn't have asked for anything better than this guide. (Less)


Charlie Charlie

Much better than expected! We discovered lots of places that we didn't get to know last time


Pauline N. Pauline N.

Good places to visit, good restaurants with typical food, good views, maybe a bit too long.


Christian Christian

Useful guide.


Peter K. Peter K.

Each day is perfectly divided into different but nearby zones so it's very easy to move around. Thanks Charles!


Kiara Kiara

My husband and I really enjoyed exploring the parts of Barcelona that were suggested, just what we were looking for.


Andrea Andrea

We spent three beautiful days getting to know the local side of this city thanks to this plans!


Brice Brice

The itineraries surprised us in a good way, we were glad we had them


Alannis Alannis

In my opinion there were too many restaurants suggested.


Sergei Sergei

Good


Denver Denver

I didn't know what we would get but it was a really easy app to use. Thanks


Marc Marc

Totally worth it.


Jasper Jasper

Loved it, already recommended to friends.


Lindsey Lindsey

Just perfect! Every little corner was charming


Theresa Theresa

Perfect mix of less known spots, local restaurants and good bars to chill at the end of the day


Anna Anna

Really good. We left without getting to see any Castellers though, so we will have to come back.


Ernie Ernie

Some of the restaurants that were suggested were closed when we got there, luckily there were many others to choose from.


Nick Nick

We had an awesome trip


John John

Perfect guide for travelers who're going to Barcelona for the second time


Oscar Oscar

Better than expected


Nadia Nadia

We definitely couldn't have planned our 3 days better than this


Louis Louis

Delicious vermouth, paella (we also tried fideua), tapas and wine!!!


Ellen Ellen

Not really interested in bodegas, but they surprised me for their good tapas!


Tom Tom

Very useful guide and suggestions


Jessie Jessie

We didn't get to see all the spots that were in the plan because we didn't want to walk under the rain, but we'll keep them in mind for the … (More) We didn't get to see all the spots that were in the plan because we didn't want to walk under the rain, but we'll keep them in mind for the next time. (Less)


Zach Zach

Really good guide, thanks for showing us the Barcelona we didn't know


Carry K. Carry K.

Couldn't have asked for a better plan for my third time in the city! I can't get over the delicious Bravas of the "Tomás de Sarrià", we'll have to come … (More) Couldn't have asked for a better plan for my third time in the city! I can't get over the delicious Bravas of the "Tomás de Sarrià", we'll have to come back for more! (Less)


Jake L. Jake L.

Easy to use, well explained and good itineraries.


Regina Regina

This is your guide if you don't want to be surrounded by hundreds of tourists in each place and you want to explore the local side.


Sarah E. Sarah E.

I wasn't sure if it would be what I was looking for but it truly surprised me and I got to know different parts of Barcelona


Katie Katie

Perfect guide that made our trip even more perfect


Gerard Gerard

I'd been twice in Barcelona and it seems to be small so I didn't know there was so much that I was missing! I definitely seized my trip.


Ben Ben

Each of the days ended up with really good local bar suggestions from each area, the perfect way to end the day.


Michelle M. Michelle M.

Good itineraries!


Joe Joe

Thanks for your guide Charles, our trip was awesome.


Maria H. Maria H.

Best guide ever! We definitely explored the local places and we met lots of nice locals. Thanks Charles, it wouldn't have been the same trip without your recommendations!


Laura P. Laura P.

It was the perfect itinerary for us, relaxed, lots of spots in walking distance on each day and good suggestions of restaurants and bodegas! We couldn't believe they still preserve … (More) It was the perfect itinerary for us, relaxed, lots of spots in walking distance on each day and good suggestions of restaurants and bodegas! We couldn't believe they still preserve so many of the old ones, they are magical. (Less)


Stevie L. Stevie L.

Really good suggestions. Different Barcelona.


Frank Frank

Local food, local spots, local drinks... What else could we have asked for?


Yannick E. Yannick E.

Already recommended this app to friends, so useful.


Jacqueline Jacqueline

This was a highlight for our trip. Good explanations.


Richard Richard

Some places had detailed descriptions and some others hadn't... It would've been nice to have had them, but all in all it was a great help for us.


Constance Constance

Perfect.


Lauren D. Lauren D.

This guide helped us a lot with the planning of our trip. We didn't follow it all the way through because there was one friend that hadn't been to Barcelona … (More) This guide helped us a lot with the planning of our trip. We didn't follow it all the way through because there was one friend that hadn't been to Barcelona yet, but the things we got to see were beautiful. Hope we can come back again to see the rest! (Less)


Natalie L. Natalie L.

I loved every minute of my trip thanks to this guide! I didn't know there was so much left for me to see.


Daniel Daniel

Awesome guide


Irene V. Irene V.

Barcelona is such an amazing city! From incredible Gaudí constructions to tiny old and local shops... Everything is surprising and worth the visit.


Peter Peter

Good plans with good friends, good beer and wine!


Jean Jean

The places suggested were great, but they were too many so we couldn't visit some of them.


Billy H. Billy H.

Visiting Turo de la rovira's bunkers was definitely the best for us! We took a picnic, as recommended, and waited for sunset... No money can buy that views!


Sophia Sophia

Very good


Virginia R. Virginia R.

Great bars and restaurants with great deals compared to the ones near the landmarks. I remember the last time I was here, we fell for every tourist trap possible... Not … (More) Great bars and restaurants with great deals compared to the ones near the landmarks. I remember the last time I was here, we fell for every tourist trap possible... Not this time! (Less)


Debbie Debbie

I wasn't sure how this would work because I'm not good with technology, but it was really easy to use.


Christian J. Christian J.

Excellent plans, very detailed


Greg H. Greg H.

It was a good way to get to know the local side of Barcelona.


Claire B. Claire B.

I wouldn't have found this places by my own and I'm sure I would've visitied the same things all over again.


Julie P. Julie P.

I like to experience the local side of the cities I visit, and although this was my first trip to Barcelona I managed to combine this itinerary with the typical … (More) I like to experience the local side of the cities I visit, and although this was my first trip to Barcelona I managed to combine this itinerary with the typical touristy stuff. Loved every part of it! (Less)


Alexa C. Alexa C.

Superb itineraries, thanks Charles


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