With this Barcelona itinerary, you'll wander medieval streets, explore Art Nouveau masterpieces, and dance until dawn (with plenty of breaks to rest and recharge).

Yes, two days in Barcelona is just enough time to eat loads of tapas, head to the beach, and take in all the Gaudi architecture you can handle. In other words, you can hit all the highlights. You'll get a real feel for this Catalan city and its spirit—those sunny afternoons drinking cava, late dinners on cobblestone squares, and nights where you can dance until dawn.

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