Barcelona Travel Stories

Oct 14, 2025 • 5 min read

Traditional characters, holiday markets, special food, parades and more: here’s all you need to know about the Christmas season in Barcelona.

Jul 24, 2025 • 9 min read

Barcelona has a wealth of temptations, but much of what makes the city magical is free: walkable neighborhoods, glowing beaches and lively parks.

Jul 24, 2025 • 11 min read

Barcelona is known for its architecture, nightlife and beaches. Here's what not to miss.

Jun 4, 2025 • 11 min read

Here's how to make sure your visit to Barcelona doesn't add to the city's problem of overtourism.

May 14, 2025 • 5 min read

Barcelona isn't the only gem in Catalonia. Take a break from the bustling city on one of our five favorite day trips.

Mar 14, 2025 • 9 min read

There are few better ways to tap into Barcelona than by devoting an hour or two to one of the city’s extraordinary markets.

Mar 13, 2025 • 15 min read

These top itineraries through seductive Spain will show you the best the country has to offer.

Mar 12, 2025 • 5 min read

From the best ways to avoid the crowds to keeping yourself safe, this is what you need to know before visiting Barcelona.

Feb 21, 2025 • 4 min read

One of the world's greatest seaside cities, Barcelona has sand for every demand. These five beaches are the best along this stretch of the Mediterranean.

Feb 20, 2025 • 7 min read

Our guide gives you the inside scoop on what to buy, see and taste at Barcelona’s famous Mercat de la Boqueria.

Feb 14, 2025 • 8 min read

Everything you need to know about visiting Barcelona's La Sagrada Família.

Jan 30, 2025 • 7 min read

Barcelona's lively neighborhoods put the city on the travel map. Here's a guide to the top areas to explore in Barcelona.

Dec 3, 2024 • 5 min read

A good tapas bar satisfies appetites of all sizes. Our guide showcases some of the best you’ll find in every neighborhood of Barcelona.

Nov 27, 2024 • 5 min read

With its compact size and developed public transport, Barcelona is a pretty easy city to get around. Here's everything you need to know.

Oct 23, 2024 • 6 min read

Packed with attractions, a visit to Barcelona can quickly smash even the most generous of budgets. Here's how to stretch your cents and have a great time.

Oct 6, 2024 • 4 min read

Shop delicious market fare, vintage finds, best-selling books and much more at these five independent retailers, which you’ll find only in Barcelona.

May 21, 2024 • 8 min read

Barcelona overflows with charm: surrealist architecture, sandy beaches and a world-class glut of museums. Here's how to spend the perfect weekend there.

Oct 27, 2023 • 5 min read

From teen-oriented exhibitions to playgrounds next to tapas bars in star-lit plazas, Barcelona is a place where culture and children happily collide.  

Sep 19, 2023 • 7 min read

A jam-packed weekend in Barcelona for about €350 per person.

Apr 28, 2023 • 5 min read

La Sagrada Família is Antoni Gaudí’s most famous masterpiece – but the lesser-visited Casa Vicens is the ideal introduction to the architect’s genius.

Aug 8, 2021 • 6 min read

Famed for its architectural treasures, Barcelona is dotted with striking Gothic cathedrals, fantastical Modernisme creations and avant-garde works.

Jul 30, 2021 • 6 min read

Barcelona is studded with parks, gardens, wild spaces and green landmarks. If you crave open spaces, here is our pick of the best parks in the city.