Get out and explore the magical city of Barcelona. With heaps of amazing architecture and always plenty going on, the city is perhaps one of the most instagrammable cities in Europe. So practice your photography skills and read our guide to the most insta-friendly spots around town. Just watch those likes rolling in…
Discover Colònia Güell
Discover Gaudí’s most hidden treasure, the Gaudí Crypt, located inside the Colònia Güell, a textile village packed with surprises just 23km from Barcelona!
Discover Poble Espanyol
Discover the whole of Spain in one day in Barcelona’s famous Poble Espanyol. With winding streets and beautiful architecture inspired by different autonomous regious of Spain, you’ll be sure to lose track of time when exploring this incredible model village!
The 9 Must-See World Heritage Sites of Barcelona
Did you know that there are 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Barcelona? Check them out here and plan your stay in the Catalan capital around some of the world’s most impressive architectural works.
Discover El Poblenou
Poblenou is one of Barcelona’s best kept secrets. Right on the beach and full of great tapas restaurants and quirky bars, this neighbourhood is always packed with locals and a great way to immerse yourself in authentic Barcelona life! Check out our guide to the best places to hang out in Poblenou.
One Day in Cadaqués
Barcelona is ideally placed for weekend trips to nearby towns and villages around Catalonia. One that we highly recommend visiting is Cadaqués. A quaint and more or less unchanged fishermen’s village home to the late Salvador Dalí, with whitewash houses, stunning scenery and delicious food and drink. Only two and a half hours from the Catalan capital, you’d be mad not to visit Cadaqués during your stay in Barcelona.
The Best Catalan Desserts and Pastries
When exploring Barcelona an important part of discovering the city and its culture is trying the food. We think this list of our 5 favourite Catalan desserts and pastries is one of the best ways to not only immerse yourself but also keep your energy levels boosted for plenty of sightseeing!
Vermouth in Barcelona: 5 places you need to try
Vermouth (or vermut in Catalan) is one of the most popular aperitifs enjoyed by locals in Barcelona. Learn about where it comes from and its original use before it became a much-loved drink to enjoy with friends. Here are our top picks for places around the city serving vermouth.