The Festa Major de Gracia is a magnificent celebration, held annually in none other than the picturesque village of Gracia. Don’t miss out on a chance to see the magic of the Gracia neighborhood festival in Barcelona. Every August the streets of Gracia come alive with this incredible week-long fiesta that sees the area transformed. […]
Our Top 3 Favorite Places to Eat in La Boqueria Market
What is it about a great market that everyone loves? Is it the atmosphere? The hustle and bustle? The smells of delicious freshly cooked food wafting through the air? It’s all of those things and more! Read on to find out all about some of our favorite places to eat in La Boqueria Market. The […]
The Best Things To Do in Barcelona with Kids
This blog post was originally posted on September 16, 2014 and was updated on August 6, 2017. So you’ve bravely ventured away from your child’s dream vacation (Disney World) and are trying to fill their curious minds with history and culture instead. There are so many wonderful activities to try in Barcelona with kids and families. Here’s a […]
Top Tips for Eating with Kids in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on October 23, 2014 and was updated on August 4, 2017. Exploring Barcelona with kids? This city is filled with wonderful places to eat as a family! Read our guide on eating with kids in Barcelona and get ready to work up an appetite. Not long ago, we wrote about […]
Best of Barcelona: Delicious Kid-Friendly Spanish Food
This blog post was originally posted on July 27, 2016 and was updated on August 4, 2017. Eating in foreign countries with kids isn’t always easy, despite being such a great experience for their palates. That’s why we have created this delicious kid-friendly Spanish food guide so your little travelers will be kept fueled for […]
5 Best Things to Do in Barcelona With Kids
Gone are the days of hotel babysitters and kids’ clubs—today’s modern families love to explore and have fun together! Read more and get the low-down on all of the best things to do in Barcelona for families. Let’s face it: With busy work schedules and hectic lives, a trip to a beautiful city is an […]
Best Bodegas in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on September 27, 2017 and was updated on August 2, 2017. In Spain, the word bodega can mean a lot of things… A winery, a wine cellar, a bar, and in many cases, a wine cellar and a bar. But where are the best bodegas in Barcelona?… Barcelona is packed with […]
The Layover Guide: Make the Most of Your Layover in Barcelona
You could be forgiven for not being the biggest fan of layovers. For most they’re a necessary evil, involving hours of boredom, leg cramps and less than appetizing food choices. But for others, they’re a chance to explore—a micro-trip to an undiscovered place. Yes, we admit they can be tiring sometimes, but with our layover […]
Where to Eat in Poble Sec: Barcelona Neighborhood Restaurant Guide
This blog post was originally posted on December 29, 2014 and was updated on July 27, 2017. Daunted with the decision on where to eat in Poble Sec? There’s so much to choose from when you go off the beaten path and land in one of the most booming foodie areas of the city. We’ve […]
Where to Eat in Gracia: Our Barcelona Restaurant Guide
With so many incredible restaurants on every corner it’s hard to know where to eat in Gracia. This charming village-like neighborhood just north of the Eixample is a unique, off-the-beaten-path absolute-must for foodies. From traditional, family-run bodegas to hip new cafes serving up flat whites and nitro coffees, it really does have it all. We love this […]
Where to Do a Wine Tasting in Barcelona: 5 Great Ideas
Whether you’re a newbie to the world of Spanish wine or an absolute expert, there is always room to learn more, so why not do a wine tasting in Barcelona? The city is filled with great options, from tastings at nearby wineries to exciting events in the city, check out where to do a wine […]
Top 5 Outdoor Cinemas in Barcelona [2024]
Outdoor cinemas in Barcelona are one of our favorite summer evening activities. What better way to wind down the day than watching a movie outside in the warm weather, soaking up the cool vibe of the city? Make sure not to miss out on some of these outdoor cinemas in Barcelona during July and August—and don’t […]
The Ultimate Guide to Vegetarian Food Tours in Barcelona
Enjoy the foodie fun in Barcelona without the meat! These are the very best vegetarian food tours Barcelona has to offer. There’s so much to see (and eat!) in Barcelona. While we might be a bit biased, we think the best way to experience the city is with a food tour. After all, what’s better […]
Calçotada: The Real Catalonian Food Experience
Winter… A time for hot chocolate and churros, soul-warming soups and stews, full-bodied Spanish reds, and…onions? Yep! You heard right… Winter is the perfect time to experience an authentic Catalan calçotada! What is a calçotada? You might be asking yourself…what in the world is a calçotada? The word comes from calçot, which is a special type […]
Barcelona Wine Tour: The Best of El Born in One Evening
If you’re looking to step into the unique world of Catalan wines – and try ones you’d never find on your own – join us in Barcelona on the Twilight Tapas & Wine Tour in El Born! We’re thrilled to introduce our guests to the best of Barcelona’s exciting wine scene. Why take a wine […]
My Barcelona: Silvia Garí
There’s no better way to get to know a city than through the eyes of a local. That’s why we started our series, My Barcelona, to take a glimpse into a local’s impression of this city, and all their secrets and recommendations that come along with it! This month we talk with Silvia, who works […]
My Barcelona: Rob Dobson
Rob Dobson, hailing from the UK, has been back and forth between Barcelona and London since 2010. See why he considers Barcelona “his kind of city”. When we were launching our first ever Gracia Neighborhood Food Tour, we reached out to many locals in hopes that they might help us with some constructive criticism, as […]
My Barcelona: David Sarrau Sanchez
There’s nothing like seeing a place through a local’s eyes, and that’s why we’ve started a new series, My Barcelona, where residents of the Catalan capital share their favorite foods, places and secrets– read on! We decided to get things started in the most authentic way possible, with a local barman who was born and raised […]
Exotic Eats in Barcelona
Dim sum, mezze, nikkei; These are just some of the words heard on Barcelona’s foodie scene, which is brimming with diversity more than ever these days. Sure, you can’t go wrong with your go-to tapas bar, but just because you feel passionate about patatas bravas doesn’t mean you need to eat them at every meal. Thanks to the […]
Top Five Vineyard Tours Near Barcelona
If you’re a wine lover, you won’t want to miss our Barcelona wine experience. Join us on our evening Gourmet Tapas & Wine Tasting tour, where we taste the best wines Catalonia has to offer! Barcelona Vineyards You Can’t Miss When you normally think of visiting wine country the idea of being close to one […]
