What to see in Barcelona Province
Barcelona with children, a city to be enjoyed as a family
Gaudí’s creations and the infrastructure built for the exposition of 1929 offer countless activities for children in Barcelona.
La Mercè, Barcelona’s biggest festival
La Mercè is Barcelona’s big annual festival. It is celebrated at the end of summer and always includes traditional elements such as fire runs and human towers.
Paddle surfing: the trending sport in Barcelona
Paddle surfing is a fun and healthy way to enjoy the sea and Barcelona offers many opportunities to practise this sport.
Les Fonts del Llobregat, waterfalls and unspoilt nature
Les Fonts del Llobregat are one of the most impressive natural phenomena in the Catalan Pyrenees, just 150 kilometres from Barcelona.
Saint John’s Eve in Barcelona: the magic of the shortest night of the year
Saint John’s Eve (Revetlla de Sant Joan, in Catalan) is the most magical night of the year. It is also the shortest and marks the beginning of summer. Barcelona residents celebrate the evening and night of 23 June by lighting traditional bonfires, taking nocturnal swims and eating typical pastries called coques de Sant Joan.
Barcelona’s typical food, where the sea meets the mountains
Barcelona’s typical food is the heir of traditional Catalan cooking, and the focus is placed on the sea life fished out of the Mediterranean.
Excursions near Barcelona for an unforgettable break
There are plenty of places around Barcelona to visit, including beaches, secluded coves, enchanting villages and exciting hiking trails.
The best romantic plans in Barcelona. Enjoy the capital of Catalonia with your partner.
If you’re planning a romantic break in Barcelona with your partner, here are some irresistible ideas to enjoy with your other half.
Shopping in Barcelona: varied, cosmopolitan and unparalleled
From the most traditional shops around to the most upmarket options on Passeig de Gràcia, Barcelona has a lot to offer when it comes to shopping.
Barcelona’s music festivals, always ahead of the crowd
Barcelona’s link with music is no secret. That’s why, every year, some of Europe’s most important festivals of all musical styles are held here.