Barcelona is a very walkable city, and beautiful to look at, so if you have the time and the inclination, I’d recommend walking as much as you can to take in the ambience of the city. However, if you prefer a quicker or easier way to get around Barcelona to ease your aching feet, then […]
Are you looking for a wine tasting day trip from Barcelona where you can try delicious wines, tour a family-owned organic winery, and picnic among the vines with views of the Mediterranean? Alella can offer you all of that, within a 30-minute drive of Barcelona! I joined an Alella wine tour from Barcelona with GetYouGuide […]
I spent 4 nights in Zaragoza on my way from Barcelona to San Sebastián. It was my first time in the city, and I wondered why I had never been before. If you’re planning to visit this lovely city near Barcelona and want to know what to do in Zaragoza, I’ve got you covered! As […]
Barcelona Facts, Things to Do in Barcelona
Is Barcelona Worth Visiting? And More Importantly, Should You Visit Barcelona?
I adore Barcelona and tell everyone that YES, Barcelona is definitely worth visiting – if you do it properly! And not only visiting once, but it is worth coming back here time and again, and spending as long here as you possibly can. However, with concerns around overtourism and anti-tourism protests, I want to help […]
Should you visit Barcelona in September? If you’re planning to visit Barcelona during September, you’re probably wondering if it is a good time to come to Barcelona, so I will answer that right away: September is a wonderful time to visit Barcelona! The busy tourist season is drawing to a close, and the locals return […]
Food & Drink, Bars & Restaurants in Barcelona
The Best Restaurants near Sagrada Familia to Avoid the Tourist Traps!
If you are staying near La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona or just visiting around mealtimes, don’t go to the tourist traps; instead, take time to choose where to eat near La Sagrada Familia! Unfortunately, many of the cafes, fast food joints and restaurants close to La Sagrada Familia cater firmly for tourists, and don’t pay […]
It’s useful to stay connected while travelling in Europe, but using data roaming on your phone can be expensive! Using an eSIM during your trip to Barcelona can be a convenient and cheap way to stay online, without the hassle of buying a physical SIM card. In this post, I’ve chosen the best eSIMs for […]
Barcelona Facts, Barcelona Travel Tips, Safety
Is Barcelona Safe to Visit? Here’s the Real Truth about Barcelona
dPeople often ask me “Is Barcelona safe?” or “Is it safe to travel to Barcelona?”. From social media horror stories to press features about safety in Barcelona, there is a lot of (mis?)information out there, and understandably, if you’re thinking of coming to Barcelona, you want to know that you will be safe here. To […]
Day Trips, Places to Visit in Catalonia, Places to Visit in Spain
The Perfect Barcelona to Girona Day Trip
Girona is a charming Catalan city with a beautifully preserved medieval old town, colourful riverside houses, and an impressive Jewish Quarter. It’s a wonderful place to visit, and a great day trip from Barcelona with rich history, great food, and fewer crowds than Barcelona. As there are plenty of things to do in Girona, you […]
Barcelona is a fabulous city, and it is famous throughout the world as a must-visit destination. But what is Barcelona famous for? What makes Barcelona so special? In this post, I’ll share 15 of the top reasons to visit Barcelona, from magnificent architecture to delicious food and more. Although, of course, there is far more […]