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10 FREE THINGS TO DO IN BARCELONA (now and always)
1. Get lost in the Gothic Quarter. Explore its narrow streets, hidden squares and centuries of history.
2. Have a picnic in Ciutadella Park. Bring some snacks, your friends and enjoy one of the city's most iconic parks.
3. Walk along Barcelona's beaches. Start in Barceloneta and keep walking towards Bogatell or Mar Bella.
4. Explore Montjuïc's gardens. Discover gardens, viewpoints and some of the best city views.
5. Walk from Arc de Triomf to El Born. An easy route full of beautiful architecture and perfect photo spots.
6. Visit a museum for free. CCCB - Sundays after 3 PM. MNAC - Saturdays after 3 PM. MACBA - Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 6-8 PM. Museu Picasso - First Sunday of the month. MUHBA Plaça del Rei - Sundays after 3 PM. Museu Frederic Marès - Sundays after 3 PM. Museu de la Música - Sundays after 3 PM. Museu Blau - Sundays after 3 PM. Monestir de Pedralbes - Sundays after 3 PM.
7. Discover Barcelona's local markets. La Boqueria - La Rambla. Mercat de Sant Antoni - Sant Antoni. Mercat de Santa Caterina - El Born. Mercat de la Concepció - Eixample. Mercat del Ninot - Eixample. Mercat de la Llibertat - Gràcia. Mercat de Sants - Sants. Mercat del Clot - El Clot. Mercat de Galvany - Sant Gervasi. Mercat dels Encants - Glòries.
8. Watch the sunset from Bunkers del Carmel. One of the best panoramic views of Barcelona - completely free.
9. Visit the Gabriel García Márquez Library. Discover its incredible architecture, find a cosy reading spot and enjoy one of Barcelona's most beautiful public libraries.
10. Exercise with the best views. Walk, run or cycle along Carretera de les Aigües while enjoying panoramic views of Barcelona.
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