10 great day trips from Barcelona


But for a taste of Catalan life beyond the metropolis—or simply for a change of pace—you can choose between mountains, beaches and pretty little towns, all just a short ride away. Here are the best day trips from Barcelona.

1. Montserrat

The mountain of Montserrat is home to Catalonia’s holiest site, the monastery of the same name. The views are spectacular—take walking shoes—and season permitting, you might be able to catch a choir performance inside the basilica. Afterwards, ride the funiculars, or else take a walk down to the Santa Cova, the spot where La Moreneta—a holy effigy of the virgin—was found, or up to the Sant Jeroni peak for a splendid view of the valley below. Read the full travel article here.

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