The weather is gorgeous and there is a feeling of festivity in the air. From the 21st to the 24th of September we are celebrating La Mercè 2018, the festival of festivals in Barcelona. It is in honour of one of the patron-saints of the city: our Lady of the Mercy. All of you lucky… Read More
What to do in Barcelona in September 2018: An insider’s view
Barcelona in September is just a delight. If I were to recommend a time to visit here it would definitely be this month. Firstly, the hot Summer temperatures are starting to go down. Say goodbye to sweaty days and humid nights and welcome T-shirt and shorts for a very balmy sightseeing weather. Another bonus is… Read More
Gràcia Festival 2019: programme and activities
This post is for Gràcia Festival 2018. The new article with the 2019 events will be published as soon as it is announced. Barcelona loves Summer celebrations. The annual Gràcia Festival is, together with La Mercè Festival in September, one of the main ones of the city. Every August, the streets of this charming neighbourhood… Read More
What to do in Barcelona in August 2018: An insider’s view
This post is for August 2018. The new article with the 2019 events will be published a few weeks beforehand. August is the peak of the Summer and the heat is intense. There is no way around it. But the good news is that it is probably the best time to enjoy city festivals with… Read More
Free Tours in Spain: the best local companies
Free Tours are a fantastic way to get an introduction to a city. The guides are friendly, knowledgeable and fun and they go out of their way to help visitors with recommendations to make their stay a memorable one. Nowadays you can find them all over the world so, as you can imagine, Free Tours… Read More
What to do in Barcelona in June 2019: An insider’s view
This post is for June 2018. The new article with the 2019 events will be published a few weeks beforehand. Visiting Barcelona in June means warm weather, long days and fun nights. Summer is just around the corner so you can expect a lot of visitors around. Maybe getting a seat in a terrace is… Read More
Barcelona Free Museums Day 2019: The Night of the Museums
This post is for the Night of the Museums 2018. The new article with the 2019 events will be published a few weeks beforehand. One of my favourite nights of the year in Barcelona is fast approaching: The Night of the Museums. This free late night viewing of exhibitions is not only exclusive to my… Read More
What to do in Barcelona in May 2019: An insider’s view
This post is for May 2018. The new article with the 2019 events will be published a few weeks beforehand. May is the month when the beautiful warm weather definitely settles in Barcelona. It is a fantastic time to visit the city for those who can’t take the Summer heat. Being the peak of Spring… Read More
What to do in Barcelona in April 2019: An insider’s view
This post is for April 2018. The new article with the 2019 events will be published a few weeks beforehand. April marks the beginning of Spring and I can’t think of a better time to visit Barcelona. This year, the Easter holidays are in March so it will be a fairly quiet month in terms… Read More
Free Things to do in Barcelona: the complete guide
Barcelona is a wonderful place to visit. Architecture is stunning, history seeps out of every corner and we have the sea and the mountains on our doorstep. However, lately the prices have risen steeply for accommodation and sightseeing. Don’t panic! It is still possible to visit us without breaking the bank. I have prepared The Ultimate… Read More
