I pressed myself against the body in front of me, resting my cheek on their warm back as I felt the person behind me do the same. We shuffled forward, squeezing together in the hot September sunshine, hearing someone shout instructions in Catalan above the excited chatter of the crowd. There was movement around and […]
Want to learn more about Barcelona before you visit? There are lots of fabulous books about Barcelona to give you more insight into this special city, whether you are looking for a novel to whisk you away to a side of Barcelona you never knew, or want to read about the history of the city, […]
Day Trips, Catalan Culture, Places to Visit in Catalonia, Places to Visit in Spain
How to Get to Montserrat from Barcelona
Planning to take a day trip to Montserrat from Barcelona? Montserrat is a beautiful mountain range near Barcelona, known for its distinctive rock formations and the Benedictine monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat. It is one of the most popular day trips from Barcelona, and if you want to know how to get to Montserrat […]
Catalan Culture, Things to Do in Barcelona
21 Stunning Barcelona Instagram Spots Where You Can Do More than Take Pictures
Barcelona is a beautiful city, but I have a love/hate relationship with Instagram. Everywhere you look, there are amazing photo opportunities in Barcelona, but there are also lots of people all trying to get the same photos and videos for social media. Instagram has made us crave the images more than the experience of being […]
Planning a trip to Barcelona this Christmas? Or wondering what to do for Christmas in Barcelona? Barcelona is a fantastic destination for a winter vacation and in this post, I’ll share why you should visit Barcelona for Christmas, what to expect from winter weather in Barcelona, what to wear, where to stay and the best […]
Catalan Culture, Day Trips, Places to Visit in Catalonia, Places to Visit in Spain
The Best Things to Do in Montserrat, Barcelona
Montserrat is one of the most popular day trips from Barcelona. But before you decide whether to take a Montserrat day tour, take a day trip yourself by train or car, or even spend the night and stay in a hotel in Montserrat, it’s good to have an idea of what to do in Montserrat […]
Catalan Culture
La Diada de Catalunya – What Happens in Barcelona on September 11th, the National Day of Catalonia
La Diada de Catalunya, or the National Day of Catalonia, is one of the most significant dates in the Catalan calendar. Held every year on 11 September, it is a day of remembrance, pride and political expression with streets filled with music, flags and demonstrations. In this post you’ll discover the history of La Diada, […]
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 […]
Day Trips, Catalan Culture, Food & Drink, Places to Visit in Catalonia, Places to Visit in Spain, Tours & Activities
A Perfect Montserrat Tour from Barcelona with Devour (including Lunch & Wine Tasting!)
A visit to Montserrat is one of the most popular day trips from Barcelona, and combining your trip with a visit to a winery in the Penedes is the perfect way to spend a day! While you can do this independently, joining a guided tour is certainly the easiest way to combine Montserrat and the […]
There are more than 50 incredible museums in Barcelona to visit, but they can be expensive. However, almost all Barcelona museums have free days or certain times or days when they offer free entry – you just have to know when that is! I’ve brought together all of the free museum days in Barcelona so […]
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