Insider’s Guide to Visiting the Sagrada Familia

Lighted ceiling of the Sagrada Familia on a dark day in Barcelona

A trip to Barcelona would be incomplete without visiting its most iconic (though unfinished) masterpiece! The Sagrada Familia is often at the top of any list you’ll find about things to do in Barcelona, and for good reason. From the glittering stained glass windows to the towering columns and arches to the intricate details in […]

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 […]

Guide to Gaudi in Barcelona

One of the top travel tips for Barcelona is buying your monument tickets online! Save yourself time and skip the queue!

This guide to Gaudi was originally posted on May 22, 2014 and was updated on February 4, 2018. Antoni Gaudí is perhaps the most famous and mythical artist to come from Barcelona, and his work alone demands a trip to the city. His work has shaped how the modern city developed and the minds of […]

The Barcelona Cruise Port

This blog post was originally posted on February 17, 2015, and was updated on February 3, 2018. Docking in Barcelona? The Barcelona cruise port is among the most important in Europe, and it’s no wonder why. This exciting Mediterranean capital is teeming with things to do. Full of sights to see and culture to soak […]

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 […]

Our Guide to Planning the Best Family Holiday in Barcelona

Number one on our family friendly guide to Barcelona: join us on our Barcelona for Kids Walking Tour!

Your kids will love the colorful Catalan capital just as much as you do! A family holiday in Barcelona will be one of the most rewarding travel experiences for little ones. The city is rich in unique culture, home to a fantastic Mediterranean climate and offers lots to see and do. However, a successful trip, […]

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 […]