Accessible Barcelona: Visiting Barcelona with a Disability

Accessible Barcelona - Woman Visiting Barcelona with a Disability, in a wheelchair at a metro station

Barcelona is one of the most accessible cities in Europe, and in general, it is easy to enjoy the city if you have a disability.  There are various facilities and services available that are designed to help visitors with disabilities explore Barcelona comfortably and independently.   The city has made significant efforts to ensure that everyone […]

Is There Uber in Barcelona? 2026 Updates & Uber Alternatives

An Uber Driver in Barcelona - Is Uber in Barcelona?

Yes, there is Uber in Barcelona in 2026.  However, that might change.  Barcelona taxis are fighting against Uber and similar apps like Cabify and Bolt, and are campaigning to have them banned in the Barcelona metropolitan area.  We’ll talk about what might happen in the future, but despite all uproar, I don’t recommend using Uber […]

The Barcelona Card – Is It Worth It?

The Barcelona Card - Is the Barcelona Card Worth It? Hand Holding a blue Barcelona Card Flyer

The Barcelona Card is a discount card that can be great value if you plan on visiting a lot of museums and attractions, but is the Barcelona Card worth it for you?  In this article I’ll investigate the benefits of the Barcelona Card and whether this discount Barcelona City card is worth it for your […]

How to Get from Barcelona Airport to the City Centre

Barcelona Airport Sign - How to Get from Barcelona Airport to the City Centre

Once you’ve decided to fly to Barcelona, and selected Barcelona El Prat airport as your destination, the next thing you’ll need to know is how to get to Barcelona city centre from the airport.  In this post, I’ll cover all of the different ways you can travel from Barcelona airport to the city, including public […]

How to Take the Barcelona Airport Train to the City (and Back)

The R2 Barcelona Airport Train to the City

One of the best ways to get to Barcelona city centre from the airport is the Barcelona airport train.  It’s cheap, fast and convenient, especially if you’re flying into or departing from Terminal 2 at El Prat Airport.  In this post, you’ll learn everything you need to know about getting the train from Barcelona airport […]

Hola Barcelona Travel Card – Is It Worth It?

a 2 Day Hola Barcelona Travel Card with a colourful background

The Hola Barcelona Travel Card is a transport ticket that you can use in Barcelona, which gives you unlimited travel on the public transport system throughout the duration of the ticket.  They can be good value if you plan on taking a lot of trips, but is the Hola Barcelona Card worth it for you?  […]

What NOT to Do in Barcelona – 21 Common Tourist Mistakes to Avoid!

a Tacky Barcelona Souvenir Shop - Barcelona Mistakes to Avoid

Visiting Barcelona can be a wonderful experience, but time and time again, I see people making the same mistakes that can ruin their trip!  Here’s what NOT to do in Barcelona so you can avoid the typical Barcelona tourist traps and scams, and don’t make these common mistakes! While there aren’t too many things to […]

Areas to Avoid in Barcelona to Stay Safe During Your Trip

The Joan Miro Mural on La Rambla - Areas to Avoid in Barcelona

If you’re concerned about safety in Barcelona, then please be assured that Barcelona is generally safe and violent crime rates are very low.  However, pickpockets and petty crime can be a major issue.  While I don’t believe that any places you’re likely to visit in Barcelona should be avoided altogether, you should definitely be aware […]

Barcelona Scams to Look Out For

Beware Scam Alert - Barcelona Scams

Worried about scams in Barcelona?  Unfortunately, there are people out there looking to make easy money and take advantage of visitors to Barcelona, so I wanted to write this article to help you avoid falling victim to Barcelona tourist scams.  Even though Barcelona is generally a safe city, these are some of the typical Barcelona […]