Barcelona Neighborhood Guide

Enjoy the streets of beautiful Barcelona when arriving from the Barcelona cruise port.

This blog post was originally posted on September 30, 2014, and was updated on October 29, 2017. Like every big city, Barcelona has several distinctly unique neighborhoods that stand out amongst each other. Find out all you need to know in our Barcelona neighborhood guide. Getting lost in the Gothic Quarter or roaming the hills […]

Barcelona in the Rain

This beautiful cathedral is just one of the highlights of some of our favorite cool Barcelona walking tours!

This blog post was originally posted on September 22, 2014, and was updated on October 12, 2017. Caught in Barcelona in the rain? There is still plenty to do in the Catalan capital on a rainy day! Though it’s usually quite sunny on the Mediterranean coast, especially between June and October, nobody can ever quite […]

Where to Eat in Barcelona: The Gothic Quarter

Pepe (owner of Bar La Plata in Barcelona) pouring house red wine

Barcelona’s oldest area, the Gothic Quarter, is filled with charm, enigma and, well, its fair share of tourist traps. But that doesn’t mean you can’t eat well there! If you aren’t familiar with el gòtic, the area can be a bit difficult to navigate. However, there are plenty of wonderful restaurants in the Gothic Quarter if you […]

10 Things to Do in the Gothic Quarter in Barcelona

This beautiful cathedral is just one of the highlights of some of our favorite cool Barcelona walking tours!

Photo credit: Abdu Kabbaj The Gothic Quarter in Barcelona dates back over 2,000 years and is one of the most talked about neighborhoods in the city—full of charm and captivating history. Of course, that means there is a lot to do and even more to see in this bustling neighborhood! No matter how much time […]