From the airport metro station, take L9 and transfer at Collblanc to L5 toward Vall d’Hebron. Get off at Sants Estació, transfer to L3 toward Trinitat Nova, and get off at Drassanes. Then take the cruise bus to the relevant terminal.
Cruise port in Spain
Barcelona
Allow about 15 min each way from the terminal to the city center. Average time in port: 10 hours. 43 places to explore.
- Ships calling here
- 66 ships
- Upcoming sailings
- 2,404 sailings
- Average time in port
- About 10 hours
- Lowest fare
- From USD 251
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After disembarking
Cruise ships dock at Cruise terminals on Moll Adossat pier. Allow about 15 min each way from the terminal to the city center.
- 6 cruise terminals
Terminals A, B, C, D, E, H are all on Moll Adossat pier. The assigned terminal varies by sailing.
Terminal H is an MSC Cruises-only terminal at Moll Adossat in Barcelona and opened in February 2025.
- Luggage storage at the cruise terminal
There are no luggage storage facilities inside the Barcelona cruise terminal.
- Cruise bus
The cruise bus fare is 3 euros one way and 4.50 euros round trip. T-Casual transit cards cannot be used.
About 10 hours in port: where can you go?
Time available at the destination after subtracting return travel.
- Barcelona city centreAbout 15 min each wayTime at destinationAbout 9 hr 30 min
- MontserratAbout 1 hr each wayTime at destinationAbout 8 hr
- GironaAbout 1 hr 30 min each wayTime at destinationAbout 7 hr
Return travel Time at destination
Calculated from the average time in port. Return deadlines vary by sailing; check the daily programme on board.
From the airport to the cruise terminal
Transfers when embarking or disembarking in Barcelona.
Take the train from the airport to Sants Estació. Take metro L3 to Drassanes, then take the cruise bus and get off at the relevant terminal.
Barcelona places to explore
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Sagrada Família
A basilica designed by Gaudí, whose construction began in 1882 and is still ongoing.
- Visit
- about 1 hr 30 min
- Admission
- EUR 26
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 09:00–20:00
Sat 09:00–18:00
Sun 10:30–20:00
To enter the Sagrada Família, book well in advance through an official seller and do not rely on buying tickets at the venue on the day.
Casa Batlló
A building considered one of Gaudí’s masterpieces. Visitors can go inside for a distinctive immersive experience.
- Visit
- about 1 hr 15 min
- Admission
- EUR 29
- Hours
- Daily 08:30–22:30
Some rooms in Casa Batlló are not accessible with a general admission ticket, so check which ticket category includes the areas you want to visit.
Casa Milà (La Pedrera)
A Gaudí building on Passeig de Gràcia, noted for its wavy façade and the views from its rooftop.
- Hours
- Daily 09:00–23:00
Palau de la Música Catalana
Visits are available with a guide or using an information booklet. General admission costs 24 euros and 20 euros, respectively.
Catedral de Barcelona
Located in the Gothic Quarter, Barcelona Cathedral is known for the gargoyles at the top of its towers. It is dedicated to Saint Eulalia and is the seat of the Archbishop of Barcelona.
- Admission
- EUR 19
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 09:30–17:45
Sat 09:30–17:15
Sun 14:00–16:30
The rooftop elevator at Barcelona Cathedral carries 6 people at a time, so allow for a wait of about 20 minutes in your schedule.
Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC)
An art museum on Montjuïc featuring Romanesque and Modernista art.
- Hours
- Mon Closed
Tue–Sat 10:00–20:00
Sun 10:00–15:00
Trips nearby
With enough time in port, you can explore beyond the city. One-way times are approximate.
Montserrat
About 1 hr each wayTime at destination About 8 hr
SightsMonestir de MontserratA monastery set among unusual rock formations, with the Black Madonna described as its symbol.
Lines at Montserrat may get longer later in the day, so set out as early as possible for a day trip.
ActivitiesFunicular de Sant JoanA funicular that climbs a steep slope to the Sant Joan viewpoint, overlooking the entire monastery.
SightsSanta CovaA cave associated with a legend that the Black Madonna was first discovered there. Religious sculptures are displayed along the route.
Some sections of the Santa Cova path have no railing along the cliff edge, so consider carefully whether to visit if you are afraid of heights.
ActivitiesEscolania de MontserratThe boys' choir is described as singing in the Montserrat Basilica. There may be periods without performances due to school holidays or tours.
Girona
About 1 hr 30 min each wayTime at destination About 7 hrAbout 3 hr round trip · Check your return margin
SightsCatedral de GironaA Gothic cathedral set atop a flight of steps and known for its nave.
You need to climb about 90 steps to reach the front of Girona Cathedral, so check the access route in advance if stairs are difficult for you.
NeighborhoodsBarri Vell de GironaAn old town dating back to Roman times, with cobbled streets, historic buildings, restaurants, and shops.
SightsPont de les Peixateries VellesA red iron pedestrian bridge over the Onyar River, offering views of the colorful houses along the riverbanks.
- ActivitiesPasseig de la Muralla
A route along the medieval city walls offering views of the old town, cathedral, and houses along the river. The stair climb can be steep.
NeighborhoodsEl Call de GironaThe former Jewish quarter, with narrow, winding cobbled streets still in place.
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Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 879
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About Barcelona
The infinite variety of street life, the nooks and crannies of the medieval Barri Gòtic, the ceramic tile and stained glass of Art Nouveau facades, the art and music, the throb of street life, the food (ah, the food!)—one way or another, Barcelona will find a way to get your full attention. The capital of Catalonia is a banquet for the senses, with its beguiling mix of ancient and modern architecture, tempting cafés and markets, and sun-drenched Mediterranean beaches. A stroll along La Rambla and through waterfront Barceloneta, as well as a tour of Gaudí's majestic Sagrada Famíliaand his other unique creations, are part of a visit to Spain's second-largest city. Modern art museums and chic shops call for attention, too. Barcelona's vibe stays lively well into the night, when you can linger over regional wine and cuisine at buzzing tapas bars.
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