While Barcelona is a well-connected city that is used to receiving international visitors, part of the beauty of traveling here is that things are never quite the same as in your home country.<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Whether it’s places to see, things you need to learn, or simply some handy hints, here are some easy travel tips for Barcelona to help make your stay in the city as smooth and enjoyable as possible!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n1. Learn a Bit of the Local Language<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
There are two co-official languages in Barcelona: Spanish and Catalan. Though they have the same roots and are similar in a lot of ways, it’s important to note that their differences go far beyond linguistics. The people of Catalonia are very proud of their language and culture, and you will hear and see Catalan all over the capital.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
If you can get by with Spanish that’s great because everyone speaks Spanish as well. However, picking up and using a few simple Catalan phrases<\/a> can really help to make friends with the locals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n2. Explore Outside Barcelona<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Barcelona has a wonderful geographical advantage: near the sea and<\/em> the mountains. There is so much to Catalonia beyond its capital. Wooded forests, sandy beaches, rocky coasts and even snow-capped mountains, there are so many beautiful places to discover<\/a> and help you learn more about Catalan culture.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nDrive north along the coast and you will find the wild Costa Brava<\/a>. Drive south and discover long sandy beaches of gorgeous towns like Sitges. Go inland and hike around beautiful Montserrat. Whether you enjoy being on the land of sea, relaxing or being active, in Catalonia there really is something for everyone!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"Looking](\"http:\/\/assets.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/food-memories-David-and-sister.jpg\")
<\/a>Beautiful Montserrat is just a short day trip away!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n3. Take a Walk on La Rambla Early in the Morning<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
La Rambla is without a doubt the most touristy area of Barcelona. It’s no wonder either, being a central vein that connects Pla\u00e7a Catalunya with the city’s port. Combine that with its historical importance and you’ve got mass crowds, cheap souvenir shops and dozens of pick-pocketers. However, despite the fact that locals rarely amble along la Rambla, you can’t very well visit Barcelona without seeing it.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Despite the mass tourism, it is possible to have a pleasant experience! You just have to get up a bit early! Get down there in the morning and go have a stroll and you’ll discover that the tree-lined boulevard is actually quite charming.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
And of course, don’t miss the emblematic Boqueria Market<\/a>, which is also much more pleasant early in the morning. Have a look at the video below, if you can’t wait to get an insider look at one of our favorite places!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n
<\/a><\/figure><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n1. Learn a Bit of the Local Language<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
There are two co-official languages in Barcelona: Spanish and Catalan. Though they have the same roots and are similar in a lot of ways, it’s important to note that their differences go far beyond linguistics. The people of Catalonia are very proud of their language and culture, and you will hear and see Catalan all over the capital.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
If you can get by with Spanish that’s great because everyone speaks Spanish as well. However, picking up and using a few simple Catalan phrases<\/a> can really help to make friends with the locals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Barcelona has a wonderful geographical advantage: near the sea and<\/em> the mountains. There is so much to Catalonia beyond its capital. Wooded forests, sandy beaches, rocky coasts and even snow-capped mountains, there are so many beautiful places to discover<\/a> and help you learn more about Catalan culture.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Drive north along the coast and you will find the wild Costa Brava<\/a>. Drive south and discover long sandy beaches of gorgeous towns like Sitges. Go inland and hike around beautiful Montserrat. Whether you enjoy being on the land of sea, relaxing or being active, in Catalonia there really is something for everyone!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n La Rambla is without a doubt the most touristy area of Barcelona. It’s no wonder either, being a central vein that connects Pla\u00e7a Catalunya with the city’s port. Combine that with its historical importance and you’ve got mass crowds, cheap souvenir shops and dozens of pick-pocketers. However, despite the fact that locals rarely amble along la Rambla, you can’t very well visit Barcelona without seeing it.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Despite the mass tourism, it is possible to have a pleasant experience! You just have to get up a bit early! Get down there in the morning and go have a stroll and you’ll discover that the tree-lined boulevard is actually quite charming.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n And of course, don’t miss the emblematic Boqueria Market<\/a>, which is also much more pleasant early in the morning. Have a look at the video below, if you can’t wait to get an insider look at one of our favorite places!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n2. Explore Outside Barcelona<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
<\/a>3. Take a Walk on La Rambla Early in the Morning<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n