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
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 change colour and it welcomes visitors to its delightful squares. In 2019 it will take place from the 15th to the 21st of… Read More
What to do in Barcelona in August 2019
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 some of the main ones taking place this month. Barcelona in August also offers plenty of outdoor activities and music… Read More
Gluten Free Barcelona: The complete guide
When it comes to food in Barcelona, we prefer to leave it to the experts. Looking for people who can master the food scene in any city is not an easy task unless you know where to look. Let me introduce you to Michael Scott-Kline, food guru and the co-owner of The Barcelona Taste, the… Read More
Night of the Museums: Barcelona Free Museums Day 2019
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 city but is part of a wider initiative across Europe. It doesn’t matter if you are a local or a visitor. It is a… Read More
Where to see human towers in Barcelona: calendar of events
Ever since we wrote the post about The Catalan Festival that occurs each year in the summer, our readers keep asking us where to see human towers in Barcelona. The main “castells” season is from April to October but you can find them all year around depending on festival dates. We have decided to create… Read More
What to do in Barcelona in June 2019
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 more of a challenge than what you might think but, on the other hand, the city is booming with festivals.… Read More
What to do in Barcelona in May 2019
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 you can expect flowers to be in full bloom in the parks and some festivals take advantage of this. Also,… Read More
What to do in Barcelona in April 2019
April marks the beginning of Spring and I can’t think of a better time to visit Barcelona. There weather is gorgeous and it is still fairly quiet until Easter arrives. There are plenty of things to do in Barcelona in April and, what is probably the most special day of the whole year, also takes… Read More
How to skip the lines at the main Barcelona attractions
One of the things I take for granted about living in Barcelona is that the most amazing architecture and monuments are right on my doorstep. I can go and visit them whenever I want, tactically choosing the quietest times of the year and avoiding all the long lines. When you are on your holidays, this… Read More
