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Whether you're heading off on a whirlwind escape or a long and lingering adventure, it's best to know the basics about Barcelona before setting off.

To help you find your feet, Barcelona lies 160 miles (257 kilometers) to the east of the prominent city of Zaragoza.

This corner of Catalonia is home to around 1,600,000 people, some of whom will surely be willing to give you some insightful travel tips.

Places to visit in Barcelona

Nothing beats catching sight of Sagrada Familia for the first time. So, if you're traveling to Barcelona, be sure to put this unmissable icon at the very top of your travel list.

So much to see and so little time. If you want to discover the best this city has to offer, add Casa Mila and the Casa Batllo to your travel itinerary. If you get the chance, try to get to Barcelona Cathedral and Park Guell as well.

Burn off your cheat meal and get some fresh air by walking to the summit of Montjuic. Make sure you keep a lookout for native wildlife too. Want some more options? If you like your tunes performed live and loud, buy tickets to a live concert at Palau de la Musica Catalana. It'll surely up the tempo of your getaway! But that's not all there is. As you walk beneath Arc de Triomf, don't forget to look up and take in its decorative features and well-built structure. This grand historic monument deserves to be appreciated from every angle.

Where do you fly into for Barcelona?

Landing at Barcelona International Airport (BCN)? Once you hop off the plane, the heart of Barcelona is about 7 miles (11 kilometers) away. Hail down a taxi and take a deep breath — your getaway has just begun!