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Barcelona Race Week — What to Do Beyond the Circuit

James Colton 5 min read

The Spanish Grand Prix is at Montmeló, 30 km from the centre. That means you get a proper city — La Rambla, Gaudí, tapas bars, and beaches — with a race day in the middle.

Day 1: La Rambla, Gothic Quarter, El Born

La Rambla is the famous walking boulevard — the Boquería market halfway down is the highlight. Turn east into the Gothic Quarter for medieval streets and Plaça Reial. El Born has better restaurants and the Picasso Museum.

Day 2: Race Day at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya

The circuit is in Montmeló, 30 km from the city. Race-day shuttle from Passeig de Gràcia takes 40 minutes. R2 Nord Rodalies train to Montmeló station every 20 minutes. Allow 90 minutes each way on race day.

Day 3: Barceloneta Beach, Montjuïc, Gaudí

Barceloneta for beach recovery. Montjuïc hill for the Olympic stadium and city views. Sagrada Família and Park Güell if you haven't done them yet — book skip-the-line tickets.

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