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Barcelona

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"Historical landmarks, architectural wonders and delicious Mediterranean eateries..."

Welcome to Barcelona

We are delighted to bring you our massive range of Barcelona Cruise & Stay Holidays. As one of the biggest cruise ports in the Mediterranean, Barcelona acts as the embarkation port for hundreds of sailings every single year.

A top down view of Barcleona

This means that Cruise Nation bring you massive choice on cruise lines to sail with as well as our Smart Packages featuring FREE stays in one of many handpicked hotels which are all centrally located in Barcelona providing you with the perfect base from which to explore all that this fascinating city has to offer.

With our Barcelona Cruise & Stay packages, your flights will always be included. We also offer flights from a number of regional airports throughout the UK giving you much greater flexibility and making your holiday experience as smooth as possible.

A view of Barcelona

Weather in the Mediterranean

The Mediterranean and especially Barcelona, is blessed with fantastic weather that makes every day feel like a holiday! Summers are sun-soaked and vibrant, with temperatures reaching a perfect 25-30°C (77-86°F) - just right for beach days, exploring the city, or sipping cocktails by the sea. Even in winter, you'll still find plenty of sunshine and mild temperatures really dipping below 10°C(50°F), perfect for wandering through Barcelona's Iconic streets. Spring and autumn offer the best of both worlds, with warm, breezy days between 15-24°C(59-75°F) and a touch of refreshing rain to keep everything lush. With its endless sunshine, warm breezes, and blue skies, Barcelona is a paradise no matter when you visit!

Things to do in Barcelona

Barcelona is the perfect holiday destination, boasting seven stunning beaches, world-famous architecture, and Michelin-starred cuisine that leaves visitors wanting more. Located on Spain's northeastern coast as the capital of Catalonia near Andorra and France, the city is full of energy with passionate locals eager to showcase Catalonia's best. The blend of coastal beauty and richi culture makes it a must-visit for travelers seeking both relaxation and adventure.

The city's architecture is heavily influenced by the renowned Antoni Gaudi, whose visionary work defines Barcelona's skyline. Known as a cornerstone of Architectural modernism, Gaudi's most iconic creation is the Sagrada Familia, an awe-inspiring Roman Catholic church still under construction since 1866. With its tallest spire set to reach over 172 meters, this monumental structure is an unmissable highlight for any visitor exploring the city's vibrant streets.

Once you’ve basked in the beauty of Sagrada, head towards the coast and the world famous La Rambla, the city’s most famous street. La Rambla is a pedestrian heavy street running for three quarters of a mile just off the coast. Broken up into five sections, it is a bustling city which is over flowing with first class restaurants and classic Spanish cuisine. Street performers line the busy pavements and whatever time you visit you’ll be able to admire a human statue or a mind-blowing magic trick. La Rambla really epitomises Barcelona life and this one street will tell you everything you need to know about a wonderful city. Due to it being such a popular area expect a lot of fellow tourists trying to soak in the La Rambla culture.

La Rambla - Barcelona
A woman walking down a highstreet in Barcelona

After La Rambla why not pick up some local tapas, ranging from a couple of Euros to over a hundred. Tapas is the personification of Catalan cuisine, these bite sized goodies can be found everywhere you turn, with tapas bars on every corner, why not dive in.

Finally, after your fun filled day, finish it off in Barcelona’s exclusive nightlife. Barcelona may not be known for its nightlife, but that may just be one of its best kept secrets. Due to the vast array of different people across the city you can be sure to find a bar or club to suit you. From classy cocktail bars such as Dry Martini found in the Eixample district to dynamic nightclubs such as Universal found in Sant Gervasi, dance and drink the night away.

Tapas - Barcelona
A Tapas Bar in Barcelona

Restaurants

Nightlife

Events

What's Included

A Plane

Return flights included from a choice of UK airports.

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FREE Handpicked Barcelona Hotel Stay.

A ticket

Discounts for Tickets to Barcelona Excursions

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A Choice of Accommodation on Ship.

A Knife and Fork

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Snacks in Selected Ship Eateries.

A Mug

Hot drinks, Ice Tea's, Lemonade, Juices, and Water in Select Buffet Venues.

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Use of swimming pools, hot tubs, fitness centre and leisure facilities where available.

Theatre Masks

Entertainment & Activities, Day & Night, Inc Theme Nights & Parties.

A Child

Fantastic Youth Programmes from Babies to 17 years old.

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Ship Port Taxes & Fees

Amazing Holiday Deals

* Price information

Prices on display are from and per person based on 2 sharing the lowest cabin grade unless otherwise stated. Gratuities are not included in any of these offers unless otherwise stated. Baggage charge may apply. No Booking fee is payable when you book online. Cruise Nation and Cruise Line Terms & Conditions apply. E&OE.

For the latest and most up to date availability & pricing, please click on a deal or call our team on 0333 455 8500

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Good helpful and friendly service

All staff I have dealt with so far have been good. This is the 3rd cruise I have booked with them . Pierre was the person I booked with this time and he was helpful and friendly, easy to deal with. Thank you.

M. Aston-14 July 2025

Excellent agent, I will book through cruise nation in the future

I spoke to an excellent agent, she was very helpful & I booked a trip that was exactly what I wanted

-14 July 2025

Excellent service, very knowledgeable, friendly & helped me find the perfect holiday for my budget. Everything was explained very thoroughly.

-13 July 2025

Agent I dealt with was very helpful and knowledgeable, was a good experience booking our first cruise.

-13 July 2025