Flights from San Francisco to Barcelona (SFO to BCN)

A city in Spain, Barcelona is the capital and largest city of Catalonia. It is a seaside resort city. With its magnificent scenery, superb cultural attractions, and breathtaking architecture, the city offers an engaging vacation. Balmy Mediterranean climate of the city adds to its charm. While here, travelers can escape to the sandy beaches near the harbor and enjoy leisurely meals on outdoor terraces. One can also wander aimlessly and explore hidden town squares where street musicians play melodies on Spanish guitars.

Things to do in Barcelona

Gothic Quarter

The spiritual and secular centre of the city, Gothic Quarter features the relics of ancient Roman buildings. Middle Age is best represented here by a plethora of historic monuments. Visitors can wander around aimlessly and come across magical medieval world, atmospheric alleyways, and delightful maze of narrow cobblestone streets.

National Art Museum of Catalonia

National Art Museum of Catalonia is located on Montjuic Hill. It is notable for its collection of Romanesque church paintings and for Catalan art. One of the largest museums in the country, National Art Museum of Catalonia is housed in Palau Nacional, an Italian-style building.

Parc Guell

Listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Parc Guell is a splendid surrealistic park designed by Antoni Gaudi. It is a beautifully landscaped park with architectural elements in the signature style of Antoni Gaudi. The park is also home to Casa Museu Gaudi that displays the works of art by Gaudi.

Best Time to Fly to Barcelona

The best time to book Barcelona flights is from May to June when mild temperatures mesh with a flurry of festivals that trumpet the arrival of summer. Winter is mild compared to other Spanish cities. Booking flights from San Francisco to Barcelona in spring may seem like smart idea for avoiding crowds. April experiences frequent showers, which may put a literal damper on sightseeing plans.