Looking for things to do in Barcelona in the fall? It’s a wonderful time of year, with plenty of that gorgeous Mediterranean sunshine.
As the summer heat fades, the city takes on a more relaxed atmosphere, with cooler evenings and vibrant autumn colors. The streets are less crowded, making it the perfect time to explore Barcelona’s rich culture, architecture, and outdoor events.
Forage for mushrooms
One of the most cherished parts of Catalan gastronomy are the many mushrooms that grow in these parts in the fall. Grab a basket, head to the forest and just make sure you pick the safe ones.
There are organized excursions, festivals and of course, many special seasonal dishes honoring the glorious fungi.
Eat chestnuts
Around October, expect to see dozens of chestnut-roasting stands start to pop up all over the city. It’s a cherished part of the castanyada.
This is a meal celebrated on All Saints Day, but of course, you can enjoy them throughout the fall and into the winter.
Have a picnic in the park
There may not be fiery fall foliage, but Barcelona’s Ciutadela Park is beautiful during the fall. Contrary to the warmer months of the year, it’s absolutely wonderful for soaking up a bit of vitamin D as the sun casts long shadows and the perfect light allows for a memorable afternoon in the park.
Want to stock up on some goodies before you go? Make sure to stop by the beautiful Santa Caterina Market in the Born neighborhood.
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Visit a medieval village
The fall in Barcelona is a great time to get out of the city and visit one of Catalonia’s many medieval villages in the area.
Particularly noteworthy towns are Peretallada, Besalú, and Rupit, just to name a few. You might even see a bit of fall foliage along the way.
Check out a soccer game
The return of the fall brings with it the return of the football season. And of course, no one is happier about that than all of us here in Barcelona. There’s nothing quite like the atmosphere in the beloved Camp Nou Stadium, the home of FC Barcelona on match days.
Although tickets may be a little on the pricey side—for any football lover this is a must-do activity.
Take a walk
There’s no better way to spend an evening than wandering around Barcelona in the fall. Wrapping up warm and exploring the winding streets of the Born and Gothic neighborhoods is truly one of our favorite things to do.
Grab a coffee at a cafe and sit in one of the many beautiful squares and watch the world go by.
Experience the best wines of Catalonia
The Merce Wine & Cava Festival is one of the most highly anticipated of its kind. Held annually at the end of October it is definitely one date for your diary you don’t want to miss out on. The Mostra de Vins I Caves de Catalunya is held at the beautiful Arc de Triomf monument on Passeig de Lluis Company.
Taking part are over 70 top wineries presenting wines from 12 Catalan Denominations of Origin. Not only that but make sure to visit the Trobada d’Intercanvi de Plaques de Cava Diada which sees collectors of cava bottle tops meet to buy and sell their favorite chapa de cavas.
Update Notice: This blog post was updated on September 30, 2024.
