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By Chloe-May Hornbuckle<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Nothing beats a weekend escape to a place where the sun is (almost) always shining, where the streets are always bustling, where the atmosphere is vibrant and where you just can\u2019t get enough of the food\u2026 If that all sounds perfect, then Barcelona is the place for you! Home to 3 UNESCO World Heritage sites, over 20 Michelin star restaurants and of course, the infamous Camp Nou stadium, there\u2019s something for everyone to enjoy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Day 1 <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The first day of a city break is all about finding your bearings and a free walking tour<\/strong> is a great (and cheap) way to do this. These tip-based tours, which usually take around 3 hours, are perfect for those wanting to know a bit more about Barcelona\u2019s rich history whilst finding their feet in this relatively large city. Of course, walking can be tiring work so you\u2019ll want to stop and refuel, and where better to do this than the Gothic Quarter<\/strong>, a charming area lined with quirky bars, caf\u00e9s and restaurants \u2013 Bornet caf\u00e9 is a killer for good coffee and tapas plates. As you\u2019re in the area, it would be rude not to visit the Picasso Museum<\/strong>, where you can see Pablo Picasso\u2019s take on Diego Vel\u00e1zquez\u2019s Las Meninas, <\/em>or, if art is not your thing, take in nature\u2019s beauty on a stroll through Parc de la Ciutadella.<\/strong> Before dinner, head to Montju\u00efc to see the Magic Fountain show <\/strong>and then make your way to the nearby area of Poble Sec<\/strong> to embark on a tapas crawl! La Tiza is a personal favourite \u2013 the patatas bravas are second to none\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n Day 2<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Rise and shine! Today is the day for exploring some of the most amazing architecture in Barcelona, courtesy of Antonio Gaudi. Start off by admiring the beauty of Casa Mil\u00e0<\/strong> and Casa Batll\u00f3<\/strong>. Head inside for a tour of the place or simply take in the view \u2013 these are definitely Insta worthy! Just around the corner is perhaps the most famous of Gaudi\u2019s work, La Sagrada Familia<\/strong>, a giant basilica which has been under construction since 1882. It really is worth paying to do a self-guided tour inside the basilica, as this will also allow you a visit to one of the towers which have the most stunning views of Barcelona. After a culture filled morning, head to La Rambla<\/strong>, the most famous street in the city, for a bite to eat. Discover the delights of tapas in one of the many restaurants in the area, or for a more authentic lunch go to La Boqueria. <\/strong>Grab some jam\u00f3n and cheese, paella and a fresh fruit juice and head towards La Barceloneta <\/strong>beach for a chilled picnic with an awesome view. Dine at Gourmet Tapas by Sensi for the<\/em> most exquisite tapas you will ever try \u2013 the beef fillet and boneless leg of lamb are to die for! End the night in the right way by popping into Rub\u00ed bar or The Box for a personalised cocktail made from their homemade infused rums and gins. <\/p>\n\n\n\n