This blog post was originally posted on September 17, 2014 and was updated on January 11, 2023. After the bustling summer months draw to a close, it’s time to relax and enjoy Barcelona in October. Weather-wise, it’s the best of both worlds, with pleasant, mild temperatures and plenty of sunny days. You’ll want to spend […]
What to do in Barcelona in September
This blog post was originally posted on August 28, 2014, and was updated on January 11, 2023. Barcelona in September is positively magical. As summer tourist crowds clear out and locals return from vacation, the city begins to retain more of the authentic charm that enamors so many. Weather-wise, sunny days and pleasantly cool nights […]
Navigating a Catalan Menu: Catalan Food Vocabulary & Tips
Forget everything you learned in your high school Spanish class. Here in Barcelona, it’s all about Catalan. Sure, many people regularly speak Castilian Spanish here in Barcelona. But pride in the local language runs deep in Catalonia, and making an effort to speak a little bit of Catalan will immediately make the locals smile. It […]
Where to Find the Best Crema Catalana in Barcelona
Everyone’s heard of crème brûlée—but what if we told you the Catalans were making a version of the famous dessert centuries before the French dreamed up theirs? Crema catalana is a staple on dessert menus throughout Spain. But in its home region of Catalonia, the obsession for this tasty treat runs deep. It’s not just […]
Where to Shop in Barcelona: The Ultimate Guide
It’s no secret by now that chic, stylish Barcelona is a shopper’s dream come true. The even better news: the diversity and variety of the Catalan capital makes it easy to find anything and everything you could possibly want. Glitzy luxury brands? Quirky, eccentric boutiques? Handcrafted artisanal goods? You name it, Barcelona’s got it. This […]
Barcelona in August: Summer Festivals, Movies, Pools, & More
This blog post was originally posted on July 20, 2015 and was updated on January 4, 2023. When it comes to visiting Spain in August, few destinations pack as much allure as Barcelona. Sure, many locals leave and head out on vacation, but the city also takes on a much more relaxed summer vibe. Throw […]
Barcelona in July: Festivals, Live Music, Cool Eats, & More
This blog post was originally posted on June 11, 2015, and was updated on January 13, 2023. Summer days in Barcelona are glorious, and the nights are even better. Sure, you’ve got the beach, but that’s not the end-all-be-all of summer in Barcelona. Whether you want to explore the streets of the city or beat […]
Barcelona in June: The Ultimate Guide to Summer Fun
This blog post was originally posted on May 4, 2015, and was updated on May 6, 2019. Summer has officially arrived, and in our book, there’s no better place to be than the Catalan capital. Barcelona may as well be synonymous with good times and good vibes. And with plenty of Spanish sun and a […]
Barcelona in May: Music Festivals, Soccer Games, & Beach Trips
This blog post was originally posted on April 15, 2015 and was updated on January 4, 2023. If you’re still not sure when is the best time of year to visit Barcelona, let us tell you a little bit about why we love May. First of all, the weather is stunning. Then, consider the fact […]
5 Street Food Bites in Barcelona and Where You Have to Try Them
While most street food in Barcelona won’t come on wheels, each of these are worth a stop between sightseeing, whether you sit down or grab them on the go! You aren’t likely to see refurbished mail trucks dishing out traditional food lining the ramblas of Barcelona. Eating on the go is a bit of a […]
9 Picture-Perfect Places Not to Miss in Barcelona
There are a few hidden corners of the Ciudad Condal that even locals stop to capture. No trip to Barcelona is complete without a visit to modernist architectural heavy-hitters like the Sagrada Familia and Casa Batlló, a trip down the Rambla with a stop at the famous Boqueria, and sipping a bit of vermut on […]
The Birth of a Genius: Paintings in the Picasso Museum in Barcelona
When you think of Spanish art, few figures are as prominent as Pablo Picasso. Born in Málaga, he spent much of his formative teenage years in Barcelona and held the Catalan capital close to his heart throughout his life. In fact, when the idea of a Picasso Museum was first proposed, it was the artist […]
MNAC Highlights: Discovering Barcelona’s National Museum of Catalan Art
It’s hard to miss the MNAC. Towering over the Plaça d’Espanya from the hill of Montjuïc, the Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya is one of the architectural icons of Barcelona. That said, it doesn’t always feature on the itineraries of visitors to the city, not making the cut of the ten most visited attractions in […]
The More, The Merrier: Top Restaurants for Groups in Barcelona
With its warm, welcoming culture and party-ready vibes, Barcelona is the perfect place for your next gathering! Spanish and Catalan cultures both place a huge emphasis on getting together with the people who matter most. Throw in some seriously spectacular food, and you’ve got all the makings of a fabulous shindig none of your guests […]
How to Relax in Barcelona: Our 5 Favorite Lazy-Day Activities
It’s easy to get caught up in checking all of Barcelona’s most iconic sights off your list. However, some of your most rewarding time here in the Catalan capital will be spent taking it easy and enjoying some much-needed R&R. You’re on vacation, after all—might as well enjoy it! If you’re wondering how locals relax […]
Sustainable Tourism in Barcelona: What You Need to Know
After reaching a boiling point in recent years, mass tourism in Barcelona came to a screeching halt as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now more than ever, it’s important to take a look at sustainable tourism in Barcelona: what it is, how to practice it, and why it matters. Barcelona welcomed a whopping 20 […]
Where to Find Luggage Storage in Barcelona
Don’t let the weight of extra baggage (literally!) keep you from spending even more time exploring Barcelona! So you’ve arrived in Barcelona early and can’t check into your hotel yet, or you’ve already checked out but plan on exploring the city some more before heading to your next destination. The only problem: what can you […]
A Love Letter to the Harvest Season
Have you ever been to a winery during harvest season? It’s an intense, magical time where the carefully-laid plans of the entire year hinge around a crucial few weeks, and the atmosphere is charged with expectation. After a long winter of pruning, plowing and fertilizing, followed by the potentially devastating storms and frosts of spring […]
Five Alternative Christmas Markets in Barcelona
This blog post was originally posted on December 11, 2014 and was updated on October 16, 2018. With tasty seasonal treats, beautiful handcrafted goods and a sense of holiday spirit permeating the air, it’s hard not to love Christmas markets. As Spain’s second-largest city and one of Europe’s most popular destinations, Barcelona itself has several […]