Things to do in Barcelona, Spain
Bask in the architectural wonder of La Sagrada Familia — a cathedral that’s been under construction since 1882 — or step into the home territory of FC Barcelona when you cruise to Barcelona. History buffs, art connoisseurs, culture lovers and sports fans will love this vibrant Spanish city: it has a little something for everyone.
Barcelona shore excursions
Don’t stress over planning — experience the best Barcelona has to offer, stress-free, with Princess shore excursions. We’ll handle the details so you can relax and soak it all in.
Experience Barcelona on your next cruise
Begin your Mediterranean adventure on a Princess® cruise from Barcelona — Western Mediterranean sailings call at Marseille, Genoa, Civitavecchia (for Rome), Naples and Palma de Mallorca, longer Greek Isles voyages reach Athens (Piraeus), Mykonos and Santorini, while Iberian routes stop in Valencia, Málaga, Lisbon and Cádiz. This is the city of towering Gothic spires, warm golden beaches and crowds of cheering soccer fans. Barcelona is a cultural gem on the sea with 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, a unique checkerboard urban layout and streets where geniuses like Joan Miró, Pablo Picasso, Antoni Gaudi and Salvador Dalí once walked.
It’s a feast for the eyes — and the stomach! Sample the famous seafood paella or mató, a local Catalan ricotta cheese that will melt on your tongue. Barcelona ranks among Europe's busiest cruise departure ports, served by every major cruise line and offering Princess sailings of 7 to 14 nights aboard Sun Princess®, Star Princess®, Sapphire Princess® and Majestic Princess®. This coastal city is the launchpad for your dream vacation with Princess Cruises®.
What to know about cruises from Barcelona
This Mediterranean city of art and sea breezes is where your European dreams set sail. Here’s what you need to know to make the most out of your cruise from Barcelona.
Barcelona at a glance
Docking
Cruises depart from Terminal E - Helix Muelle, Moll Adossat, right by the Barcelona World Trade Center which is about 5 miles from La Sagrada Familia.
Attire
This city is hot in the summer and warm in the fall and spring. Lightweight, breathable fabrics are ideal in summer, while you’ll want to bring an umbrella in the spring and fall since it can get rainy. Don’t forget comfortable shoes for exploring.
Transportation
Taxis are available throughout the city, but you can also opt for the buses, rental cars or metro.
Take a peaceful stroll beneath blooming jacarandas with Gaudí’s masterpiece towering ahead.
Witness the heart of Barcelona from above, with the Sagrada Família rising like a crown in the city grid.
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A couple stands together on the wooden deck of a Princess® cruise ship, gazing out at the open sea beneath a bright blue sky dotted with clouds.
Cut through the world’s waterways and experience the planet’s most exciting coastlines from a sea-side perspective; our fleet is your luxury-and-entertainment-packed transport to adventure.
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Step aboard any Princess® ship and discover your new favorite way to travel. Each vessel is a floating playground of flavor, comfort and top-deck experiences. Enjoy freshly prepared local dishes, Broadway-caliber entertainment, oceanview fitness and wellness studios, family programming and beds so comfortable they’ve won awards.
No two ships are identical, but they all share one mission: turn your vacation into a standing ovation.
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