Barcelona in July: Festivals, Live Music, Cool Eats, & More

In Barcelona in July, you'll find us at one of the city's many amazing rooftop bars!

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 […]

How to Relax in Barcelona: Our 5 Favorite Lazy-Day Activities

Relax in Barcelona with a crisp glass of cava (preferably enjoyed in good company at a rooftop bar!).

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 […]

Where to Propose in Barcelona: Most Romantic Spots

The Horta hedge maze in Barcelona

Romantic, beautiful Barcelona is the ideal place to pop the question! There is so much to love about Barcelona. It offers rich Catalan culture, winding streets that look straight out of a fairy tale, some of the best food in Europe and more. And with everything from stunning rooftop views to hidden, intimate romantic corners, […]

One Wonderful Week: How to Spend 7 Days in Barcelona

Visiting Barcelona in September? Be sure to work a day trip into your itinerary! We personally love Cadaqués.

Get ready for the week of a lifetime in Barcelona! During 7 days in Barcelona, you’ll hit up all the major tourist sights, get off the beaten path and even have time for a day trip. There’s so much to see and do in the Catalan capital. You could practically spend a lifetime discovering hidden […]

How to Spend a Perfect 3 Days in Barcelona

10 days in Barcelona is plenty of time to check out the city's major neighborhoods, including the Gothic Quarter. Don't miss the cathedral!

If you have 3 days in Barcelona, consider yourself lucky. That’s the perfect amount of time to experience most of the city’s main tourist attractions and even get a little bit off the beaten path! The Catalan capital, widely considered one of Europe’s most vibrant cities, is bursting with unique energy and culture. Here’s how […]

10 Cheap things to do in Barcelona

If you're wondering about cheap things to do in Barcelona, pintxo bar hopping is a great place to start!

This blog post was originally posted on August 15, 2014 and was updated on February 1, 2018. Looking for cheap things to do in Barcelona? Barcelona is easy to enjoy on less than a dime! Check out the CCCB CCCB, the abbreviation for Centro de Cultural Contemporanea de Barcelona, fittingly sits right next to the contemporary museum […]

The Ultimate Travel Guide to Barcelona

Read our ultimate travel guide to Barcelona to get the best our of your visit to the city!

This blog post was originally posted on April 21, 2016 and was updated on January 25, 2018. Barcelona is one of the most unique and inspiring cities in the world. There are so many wonderful things to see and do. Delve into our ultimate travel guide to Barcelona so you don’t miss out! It’s no […]

Breathtaking Views in Barcelona

Enjoy some breathtaking views in Barcelona with our full post on some of the most spectacular spots around to enjoy this wonderful city!

This blog post was originally posted on April 8, 2016, and was updated on January 14, 2018. One of the best ways to take in a city is from above, and when it comes to spectacular views, Barcelona doesn’t disappoint! Barcelona is a city that effortlessly combines stunning natural landscape with the architecture, both modern […]

The Best of the Best of Barcelona

Enjoy some breathtaking views in Barcelona with our full post on some of the most spectacular spots around to enjoy this wonderful city!

This blog post was originally posted on July 7, 2016, and was updated on December 15, 2017. Coming to Barcelona? In a city with so much on offer, it can be hard to fit it all in. Here are a list of our top things to do in Barcelona to get you started! With fabulous […]

A Complete First-Timers Guide to Barcelona

Park Guell is a must-do in our family friendly guide to Barcelona!

This blog post was originally posted on August 30, 2016, and was updated on September 19, 2017. Coming to Barcelona for the first time? The city can be a hard nut to crack, so make sure you have the tools and the know-how to feel like an expert with our first-timers guide to Barcelona! First […]