Different experiences for all tastes
Leisure 31/12/2025
If you're planning a trip to Barcelona or are already here enjoying your stay, we've put together a selection of different and fun activities that will make your visit even more special. Beyond the most famous monuments, the city offers original cultural, gastronomic, and family-friendly experiences that will turn any trip into an unforgettable memory.
THE BARCELONA ZOO
Located in Ciutadella Park, Barcelona Zoo is a classic family outing. Opened in 1892, it combines nature, learning, and entertainment for all ages. It features playgrounds, picnic areas, shops, medical services, and spaces perfect for spending a full day surrounded by animals.
Recommended family activities:
The water laboratory: discover how wetlands work and their importance in the ecosystem.
Sea lions and penguins: watch them interact with their keepers and learn more about them at demonstration times.
HOUSE OF CANDY: THE SWEETEST EXPERIENCE IN BARCELONA
If you're looking for a fun, colorful, and unique experience, House of Candy is perfect. A tour through ten multi-sensory rooms will make you feel like a kid again: a licorice pool, an inflatable castle with candy clouds, and spaces filled with light, color, and creativity. At the end, you can enjoy their shop with cookies, artisanal ice cream, specialty coffee, and unique sweets. An ideal plan for photos, laughter, and happy moments.
COSMOCAIXA: SCIENCE MUSEUM
CosmoCaixa is one of Barcelona's most impressive museums and an excellent alternative to traditional tourist attractions. Here, science is experienced interactively: you touch, experiment, and learn in a fun way. It's perfect for families, couples, and curious travelers looking for a different kind of cultural experience in Barcelona .
Featured activities:
Digital Planetarium
Science show “Cold, cold”
Family visit
Creative workshop “Space Challenges”
Recommended exhibitions:
Universe Room
Flooded Forest
Universe Room and the Siberian Mammoth
“Extraterrestrials” Exhibition
PAELLA BARCELONA COOKING SCHOOL
One of the most authentic experiences you can have in Barcelona is learning to cook paella. At Paella Barcelona Cooking School, local chefs guide you step-by-step in preparing this iconic Spanish dish. It's a fun, social, and culturally rich experience, perfect for sharing, learning, and ultimately enjoying your own creation.
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ATELIER MOLÍ: CERAMIC WORKSHOP
Looking for a creative activity in Barcelona? Atelier Molí is the perfect place. Here you can experiment with ceramics, work with your hands, relax, and create your own pieces in a welcoming, artistic, and inspiring atmosphere.
Available experiences:
Modeling and turning
Decoration with enamels
Express workshops for beginners
“Art & Wine” Experience
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BARCELONA MYSTERY TOUR: DARK SECRETS OF THE GOTHIC QUARTER
If you love mysterious stories, this tour of the Gothic Quarter is perfect for you. Explore alleyways, historic squares, and hidden corners while discovering legends, medieval secrets, and ghost stories. It's a unique way to experience Barcelona's historic center, combining culture, suspense, and excitement.
What you will experience:
Ghost stories
Medieval secrets and curiosities
Urban legends
English proficiency, ideal for international visitors
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Are you ready to discover a different side of Barcelona?
These activities are perfect for complementing your trip and enjoying unique experiences beyond the usual tourist attractions. Barcelona always has something new to offer; you just have to be willing to explore it.
Don't miss out on more fun and different plans in this article
THE BARCELONA ZOO
Located in Ciutadella Park, Barcelona Zoo is a classic family outing. Opened in 1892, it combines nature, learning, and entertainment for all ages. It features playgrounds, picnic areas, shops, medical services, and spaces perfect for spending a full day surrounded by animals.
Recommended family activities:
The water laboratory: discover how wetlands work and their importance in the ecosystem.
Sea lions and penguins: watch them interact with their keepers and learn more about them at demonstration times.
HOUSE OF CANDY: THE SWEETEST EXPERIENCE IN BARCELONA
If you're looking for a fun, colorful, and unique experience, House of Candy is perfect. A tour through ten multi-sensory rooms will make you feel like a kid again: a licorice pool, an inflatable castle with candy clouds, and spaces filled with light, color, and creativity. At the end, you can enjoy their shop with cookies, artisanal ice cream, specialty coffee, and unique sweets. An ideal plan for photos, laughter, and happy moments.
COSMOCAIXA: SCIENCE MUSEUM
CosmoCaixa is one of Barcelona's most impressive museums and an excellent alternative to traditional tourist attractions. Here, science is experienced interactively: you touch, experiment, and learn in a fun way. It's perfect for families, couples, and curious travelers looking for a different kind of cultural experience in Barcelona .
Featured activities:
Digital Planetarium
Science show “Cold, cold”
Family visit
Creative workshop “Space Challenges”
Recommended exhibitions:
Universe Room
Flooded Forest
Universe Room and the Siberian Mammoth
“Extraterrestrials” Exhibition
PAELLA BARCELONA COOKING SCHOOL
One of the most authentic experiences you can have in Barcelona is learning to cook paella. At Paella Barcelona Cooking School, local chefs guide you step-by-step in preparing this iconic Spanish dish. It's a fun, social, and culturally rich experience, perfect for sharing, learning, and ultimately enjoying your own creation.
ATELIER MOLÍ: CERAMIC WORKSHOP
Looking for a creative activity in Barcelona? Atelier Molí is the perfect place. Here you can experiment with ceramics, work with your hands, relax, and create your own pieces in a welcoming, artistic, and inspiring atmosphere.
Available experiences:
Modeling and turning
Decoration with enamels
Express workshops for beginners
“Art & Wine” Experience
BARCELONA MYSTERY TOUR: DARK SECRETS OF THE GOTHIC QUARTER
If you love mysterious stories, this tour of the Gothic Quarter is perfect for you. Explore alleyways, historic squares, and hidden corners while discovering legends, medieval secrets, and ghost stories. It's a unique way to experience Barcelona's historic center, combining culture, suspense, and excitement.
What you will experience:
Ghost stories
Medieval secrets and curiosities
Urban legends
English proficiency, ideal for international visitors
Are you ready to discover a different side of Barcelona?
These activities are perfect for complementing your trip and enjoying unique experiences beyond the usual tourist attractions. Barcelona always has something new to offer; you just have to be willing to explore it.
Don't miss out on more fun and different plans in this article
