The writer Carlos Ruiz Zafón once explained Barcelona as being a city that's 'incredibly vain'. From the inexpressible charm of the Sagrada Família and other Gaudí marvels to the city's range of popular beaches and parks where you can soak up the sun, Barcelona has it all.

1. Sagrada Família

Soaring above Barcelona's cityscape, the Sagrada Família will be the world's tallest church upon completion (estimated for 2026). This 130-year labour of love, dreamt up…

10. Camp Nou [SEE MAP] Camp Nouflickr/Oh-Barcelona. com.

One for the sports fans, yet still among Barcelona's most popular destinations. This arena is house to powerful European football champions F.C. Barcelona.

With a capability of 99,000 individuals, this awesome sporting arena is Europe's largest. A tour of the ground is absolutely rewarding and you never understand, you may be fortunate enough to capture a video game!

9. Montjuïc [SEE MAP]…

10. Camp Nou [SEE MAP] Camp Nouflickr/Oh-Barcelona. com.

One for the sports fans, yet still one of Barcelona's most popular destinations. This arena is home to powerful European football champs F.C. Barcelona.

With a capability of 99,000 individuals, this awesome sporting arena is Europe's biggest. A trip of the ground is definitely beneficial and you never ever understand, you might be lucky adequate to catch a video game!

9. Montjuïc [SEE MAP]…