Find out how to make the most of your visit to Barcelona during Easter with this complete guide. We tell you all about the public holidays, the best accommodation options, the most important activities and what to expect from the weather in April.
When is Easter Week in Barcelona? Holidays
In 2025, Easter will begin on Palm Sunday, 13 April, and end with Easter Sunday, 20 April.
These days mark the beginning and end of one of the most important religious celebrations of the year, filling Barcelona with traditional events and activities.
The official public holidays in Barcelona during this Easter Week are:
- Good Friday (18 April): processions and religious highlights throughout the city, especially in the Gothic Quarter.
- Easter Monday (21 April): Although not a public holiday throughout Spain, in Catalonia it is celebrated as a special day to enjoy with the family, marked by the tradition of the ‘mona de Pascua’ (Easter cake).
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Apartments in Barcelona for Easter
Staying in an apartment during Easter in Barcelona is the ideal option for those looking for comfort, flexibility and a more personalised experience. Our accommodation is available during this period for a minimum of 2 to 3 nights. Choose the apartment that best suits your needs and book in advance:
Penthouse Sagrada Familia
This penthouse in the Sagrada Familia area is the perfect balance between comfort and charm. It offers a spacious and bright living room, along with a private terrace that provides breathtaking views. With 60 m² interior and a large terrace, it is the ideal choice for your weekend getaway in Barcelona.
Things to do at Easter in Barcelona
Processions and religious traditions
Easter Holiday in Barcelona is marked by the processions that go through the streets of the Gothic Quarter and other emblematic points of the city. Examples:
- The Good Friday Procession, near Las Ramblas.
- Bendición de Ramos, on Palm Sunday, in the Cathedral of Barcelona.
If you are interested in history, visiting the Cathedral of Barcelona or the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar during this time is an unforgettable experience.
Visits to emblematic sites
Although Easter in Barcelona is a festive season, the main tourist attractions remain open, allowing you to discover the city in all its splendor:
- Sagrada Familia and Parc Güell
- Passeig de Gràcia
- Montjuïc
- Plaza de Catalunya
- La Rambla
- Milà House
- Batlló Case
Typical Easter gastronomy
Barcelona is a paradise for lovers of good food, and Easter is no exception. During this time of the year, you can try:
- La Mona de Pascua: A traditional Catalan sweet decorated with chocolate figures, ideal for sharing with the family.
- Lenten dishes: Enjoy traditional recipes such as cod with chickpeas or “torrijas”, a delicious fried sweet bread dessert.
If you are strolling through the Gracia neighborhood, we present you a selection of the best restaurants.
The weather in Barcelona in April
April is one of the most pleasant months to visit Barcelona, and Easter usually coincides with spring-like days that invite you to explore the city comfortably. Wear light, comfortable clothes for the daytime, but add a coat or sweater for the cooler evenings.
Temperatures range between 13°C and 20°C.
April may bring occasional rainy days.
The city enjoys about 8-9 hours of sunshine per day.
There may be some wind in areas near the coast.