BASÍLICA DE
SANTA MARIA
DEL MAR
SATURDAY, JUNE 27TH 2026 AT 4:30 PM
CELEBRATION TO FOLLOW AT 6:00 PM
AT LA LLOTJA DE MAR
BARCELONA, SPAIN
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
For those arriving to Barcelona early, we would love to have you join us for our welcome night at Mirabé, a restaurant located in the mountains of Barcelona known for its panoramic views of the city. The night will start at 7 pm.
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Dress code: Cocktail
FRIDAY
Our wedding day will begin at 4:30 pm at Basílica de Santa Maria del Mar. The cocktail hour/reception starts at 6 pm and is a 4 minute walk from the church or a 7 minute drive at La Llotja de Mar (Casa Llotja de Mar).
SATURDAY
We have something planned during the day on Sunday that's pending confirmation - stay tuned!
SUNDAY
HOTELS
We have rooms blocked at:
• Claris 5*GL hotel: Linked here
-When entering the dates to make the reservation, enter the code JENNYDANI in the Promotional Code field.​​​
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• Alexandra Barcelona Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton: Linked here​
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We also have rooms discounted at Hotel Catalonia Eixample 1864: Linked here
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Though we have room blocks/discounts at these hotels, Barcelona has several great hotels in prime locations including:
• Mosaic by Ona​​
AIRBNB/VRBO
If you are staying with a larger group, booking an Airbnb or Vrbo may be more cost effective (and fun). To make sure a listing is licensed, look in the property description for their HUTB (Habitatge d'Ús Turístic) followed by six digits (ex. HUTB123456).​
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Feel free to explore options on your own as well. If you’d like to stay in the city center, look for places in L'Eixample. If you prefer being close to the water, we recommend searching in or around Ciutat Vella.
GETTING AROUND
The church where we will be getting married is a 4 minute walk away from the reception venue.
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The easiest way to get around Barcelona is by metro or walking, but if you prefer a taxi, they can be found around the city (green light on top means they're available) and the most popular apps are Freenow, Cabify, and Bolt.
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Citymapper is a really helpful app for walking, metro, bus, bike, and driving directions all around the city.
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If you plan to travel to other nearby countries or cities by train, the Omio app/website is our favorite option.​​​
BARCELONA TIPS
Barcelona is overall a safe city, but as with any big city, stay aware of your surroundings. Especially from pickpockets or scammers in crowded or tourist heavy areas.
For those interested, some recommended hair salons are Dolce Diva, UNIT3, and IDOLA.
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Tipping at restaurants is not mandatory in Spain, as a service charge is often included in the bill. A small cash tip or rounding up on the bill total is of course appreciated, but not necessary.
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If you go shopping while you're in Barcelona, keep in mind that non-EU residents qualify for tax refunds on any purchases (if the store participates in tax free shopping). For more information visit:
www.globalblue.com/en/shoppers/how-to-shop-tax-free/destinations/spain​​
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
​​Police and fire rescue: 112​
Health emergency number: 061
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For any other questions feel free to reach out to either of us!​​
Jenny: +1 781-915-9835
Daniel: +1 617-842-8264​
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ACCOMMODATIONS
Taxi: Without traffic, it's about a 25 minute drive from Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport to the city center and should cost about €40.
Many taxis wait at the terminal to pick up travelers, but some companies let you book in advance including:
• Taxi 24 horas
• Freenow (app)
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Bus: Aerobús - A shuttle bus that connects the airport (Terminals 1 and 2) with the center of Barcelona (Plaça de Catalunya). The route includes 3 stops at strategic points in Barcelona: Pl. Espanya, Gran Via-Urgell, Pl. Universitat. The Aerobus departs every 5 minutes, the trip is around 35 minutes and costs €7.45 one way.
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Metro: Metro line L9 Sud (South) takes you from the two terminals of the airport to Barcelona in only 30 minutes.
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A single ticket costs €5.70, but we recommend getting the Hola Barcelona Travel Card that allows you to travel across the city including the airport (from 2 tor 5 days) for €18.10-€37.89.​​​​
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
DRESS CODE
There's no strict dress code, but here's some wedding day inspo if needed!
THINGS TO DO
RESTAURANTS
Traditional & tapas
• 4 Gats
Modern Mediterranean cuisine
• Manà 75
• El Nacional - Many restaurants with different cuisines in one space
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Paellas and fish
Fancy - Book in advance
• Jacqueline Barcelona​​
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OTHER
BARS + NIGHTLIFE
• The main night clubs in Barcelona are Opium, Ku (previously Pacha), and Shôko - All three are next door to each other​
• Razzmataz - Another major night club ranked one of the best
• Espit Chupitos - A famous shot bar with over 600 original shots
• Paradiso - Ranked one of the best bars in the world with unique cocktails and a speakeasy vibe
• Down Jones Bar - Unique stock market themed bar where drink prices fluctuate like the stock market
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• Mercat Boqueria - Mercat de Sant Josep, popularly known as La Boqueria, is a municipal market located on the Rambla in Barcelona. It has more than 300 stalls offering a wide variety of local and exotic products. Being the largest market in Catalonia, it's a place where you can buy all kinds of fresh produce and enjoy a popular tourist attraction.​
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• Plaça de Catalunya & Passeig de Gràcia - Plaça de Catalunya is the central square of Barcelona, with fountains, shops, and cafés. From there, walk along Passeig de Gràcia for some major shopping and to see Modernist buildings like Casa Batlló and La Pedrera.
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• Gothic Quarter - The historic heart of the old city, characterized narrow medieval streets, historic architecture, and vibrant plazas filled with trendy bars and Catalan restaurants. Artisans sell leather, jewelry, and more near the Catedral de Barcelona.
ACTIVITIES
• Casa Batlló - World Heritage Site and one of the best works of Antoni Gaudí (Barcelona’s legendary architect whose work defines the city). This jewel of Catalan modernism, located on Passeig de Gracia, impresses you at first sight with its spectacular facade inspired by the organic forms of nature.
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• Casa Milà (La Pedrera) - La Pedrera is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and also Gaudí's last civil work. A masterpiece where you can deeply understand Gaudí's imagination.
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• Catedral de Barcelona - One of the oldest buildings to see in Barcelona and one of the great gothic jewels of Catalonia. Built between the thirteenth and fifteenth century​. You need tickets to visit the Cathedral for a full experience, but entry is free at certain times for worship/masses only.
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• Basílica de la Sagrada Família - Unlike any other place in the world, La Sagrada Familia is one of the world’s most iconic architectural masterpieces, Antoni Gaudí's most famous work invites visitors into breathtaking architecture, vibrant stained glass, and intricate details, making it an unforgettable must see in Barcelona. To go inside the basilica, you need to purchase tickets in advance. You can also attend the free international mass on Sunday morning if you arrive early enough to get a spot.
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• MACBA - The Museum of Contemporary Art of Barcelona. The exhibition consists of a permanent exhibition, called "A brief century: MACBA Collection" with works from 1929 (symbolic year in Barcelona) to the present day, as well as temporary exhibitions that are renewed. You generally need to purchase tickets to enter MACBA, but admission is free on Saturdays from 4 pm. ​​
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• MNAC - At Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, you can see the best collection of Romanesque mural paintings and the most representative artists of Catalan modernism, such as Gaudí or Casas. You can also find gothic art, great European painters of the Renaissance and Baroque like Titian or Velázquez. Along with a photography collection that completes the collection. You need to book tickets for MNAC, even for free entry, the museum is free on Saturdays from 3 pm.
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• Temple Expiatori del Sagrat Cor (Temple of the Sacred Heart of Jesus) - The highest point in Barcelona, this is an incredible Roman Catholic church located on the peak of Mount Tibidabo. Tickets are not needed for entry to the main church or the crypt of the Temple, as it is free. However, you will need to pay a small fee for the elevator to access the rooftop viewing platform for panoramic views.
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• Walking Tour - The easiest way to learn the city of Barcelona is a walking tour. SANDEMANs offers free walking tours as well as paid private ones. Book in advance to secure a spot.
