The city that never sleeps, Barcelona the capital of Catalonia in Spain, is full of attractions for everybody. Although it is advisable to plan ahead to avoid setting your schedule during Sundays when most of the premises observe different opening or are closed. This guide takes a look at what is open in Barcelona during Sunday so that you do not wasted time on your trip around the beautiful city.

Attractions and Landmarks

Barcelona is a beautiful city with impressive buildings and special sights. However, it must be admitted that most tours are operational on Sundays. Here are a few you can enjoy:

Sagrada Familia

Antoni Gaudí’s And unique icon of Barcelona that is the Sagrada Familia is open to the public on Sundays. Nonetheless, there’s usually a long line when people take their tickets, but preferably, one should purchase their tickets in advance.

Park Güell

Park Güell is one more Gaudí’s masterpiece that has stunning views of the city and some constructors. The visits of the public area of La Moneda can be free of charge but the access to the monumental zone must be booked in advance.

La Pedrera (Casa Milà)

Casa Milà also known as La Pedrera, gives an insight into Miquel Gaudí architectural design. The building’s interior and the roof terrace are open only on sundays. The administrations are recommended to be reserved beforehand.

Markets and Shopping

Food and drinks are perhaps the most interesting things to cater for in a market or a shop and just around the corner is Barcelona. Not all markets are open on Sundays, but a few notable exceptions are:

La Boqueria

Directly on the narrow street La Rambla there is one of the most popular food markets in Barcelona – La Boqueria. It is however closed on Sunday and since it is located in a good area, visitors can always try out other tasty foods in the various restaurants and cafes around.

El Mercat de Sant Antoni

Being recently refurbished, El Mercat de Sant Antoni includes a great variety of food products andgreens. A few stalls are open on the sunday selling mostly books, wooden furniture, unique items, and other related items.

Museums and Galleries

Barcelona contains more museum and galleries to present art, history or culture. Some popular options open on Sundays include:

Museu Picasso

Museu Picasso is the largest Picasso museum dedicated to famous artist Picasso and consists of Picasso’s works. Sunday admission is free after 3:, and it is open till 00 PM, but the capacity is also low, therefore, it is advisable to get there early.

National Museum of Art of Catalonia (MNAC)

In Montjuïc it is MNAC which contains collection of art relating to the Catalonia region of Spain. Regarding to its visiting, it offers the possibility to visit its galleries while receiving stunning views of Barcelona on Sundays. Guided tours of the museum are free on the first Sunday of the month.

Restaurants and Cafes

However, dining out is also a must whether in the evenings or on Sundays when discovering Barcelona’s food. All restaurants and cafes are not closed as a majority of them are open including night clubs and bars. Here are a few recommended options:

Barceloneta

Barceloneta district is located close to the sea coast and that is why you can taste a huge choice of seafood dishes and typical for Catalonia cuisine meals. Spend time on Sunday lazily eating in one of the restaurants that borders the Mediterranean Sea.

El Raval

There is a vast food variety in the El Raval neighborhood that aperitif-goers wouldn’t want to miss. Here you can saturate yourself with foreign cuisines, tasty coffee, and delightful Spanish small plates. It is ideal for a Sunday afternoon kind of adventure by car.

Parks and Outdoor Spaces

If you are an outdoor person, you’ll find some of the most beautiful parks and natural areas for recreational purposes within Barcelona. Some notable options include:

Parc de la Ciutadella

Parc de la Ciutadella, in the middle of the city, provides visitors with opportunities to find a quiet place to rest and hire bicycles, rent paddle boats, and see a few animals in a zoo. People go there to picnic, for boating or even just for a relaxed walk.

Park de Montjuïc

Located in greatness of Barcelona city, Park de Montjuïc is surrounded by hill making it easy for one to view the city from above. Among the sites that should be visited there is a number of museums, gardens and the Montjuïc Castle.

Final Thoughts

This means that while most of the business places in Barcelona may be operating under different schedules on Sunday, you can still find the ways of enjoying your time in Barcelona. Regardless of whether one is keen to see the buildings, explore a culture, shop or indulge on a meal, Barcelona has something for everyone every Sunday.

Always look at opening hours for particular attractions, museums, and restaurants, and you’ll ensure that you make the best of this energetic town.