Easter Sunday is another wonderful chance to have fun in Barcelona so there are much to see and do there. There are always something that a local or a visitor can do to fully enjoy this holidays. Here are our suggestions for an Easter Sunday in Barcelona: From religious processions and traditional festivities to easy-going happenings and fancy food.

1. Go to the church of Sagrada Familia for an Easter mass.

This is more so especially on the Christmas period, so you should start your Easter Sunday by observing the Easter Mass at Sagrada Familia, which is one of the famous attractions in Barcelona. This magnificent temple, built by an outstanding architect – Antoni Gaudí forms an inspiring background for the religious wedding. But do that with caution as it may attract a lot of people as it is not hard to tell by taking a guess.

2. Explore the Gothic Quarter

That’s why after the mass, it is recommended to take a walk through the Gothic Quarter which is one of the oldest districts of the city. This area is characterized by the small alleys, small stone paved roads and good architectural designs. See the architectural beauty of the Gothic quarter, check out Barcelona Cathedral and take a stroll at these beautiful, vibrant piazzas with cafes and shops.

2.1 Visit the Picasso Museum

The Picasso Museum is situated right in the district of Gothic Quarter; therefore, it should be visited by art lovers. Visit more artworks of Picasso and get to know more about the artist’s ties with Barcelona. Some of the exposures of the museum depict different stages in Picasso’s working life hence giving one a great view of his performance.

3. Experience the Processions

What is truly striking about Easter processions is perceiving them in Barcelona. Come dance with people of Limani while marching through the city carrying statues and following the tradition that has been existing for centuries. The two most popular barrios for the celebrations are Gracia and Sants.

3.1 The Passion of Christ Procession

The Passion Procession of Christ stands as a prestigious tradition celebrated during Easter in Barcelona. They recreate numerous scenes from the Bible and ends in the passion and the symbolic crucifixion of Jesus. This parade begins at the Santa Maria del Mar church in the Born district; it is usually attended by many people in the regions and tourists.

4. Enjoy Traditional Easter Food

Easter has always been associated with exquisite recipes. Barcelona offers some delicious traditional dishes that you shouldn’t miss:

• Mona de Pascua: This is his traditional Easter cake, which can be decorated with chocolate eggs or figures from sugar. This is a sweet item that families consume particularly during Easter.
• Bunyols: These sweet fritters are typical pairs for garnishing during Easter time. They are basically made of dough and deep-fried and people usually take it while taking their hot chocolate.
• Coca de Sant Joan: Although found around the time of the festival of Sant Joan in June they are also big during Easter. Sweet or savoury it’s a flat bread usually covered with something like candied fruits or pine nuts.

5. Visit Park Güell

Walk around the city taking a look at another one of Gaudí’s works in Park Güell. Despite its relatively small size this park has stunning views of Barcelona and contains beautiful mosaics, wierd structures and beautiful gardens. It’s the best place to be at for the Easter celebration to have that relaxed feel as you indulge in the celebrations.

6. Attend a Flamenco Show

I’ve also found flamenco shows to be quite captivating, so why not end your Easter Sunday with a flamenco show? Watch flamenco dance and feel the real Spanish spirit in each performance by experienced dancers. There are numerous places with flamenco shows in Barcelona and it is a good idea to visit one of them and enjoy a brilliant performance.

Happened to be in Barcelona on Easter Sunday was an explosive and spiritual day of religious and cultural festivity. It would not be wise to damage the Easter vacation by not finding adequate abilities to navigate this enticing architectural wonder and indulge in all the goodness that is Barcelona. Thus, make your schedule, get an experience of the surroundings and spend an excellent Easter Sunday in Barcelona!