Barcelona

Experience the famous Gothic Quarter on a walking tour

The old heart of Barcelona is a beautiful neighbourhood located in the midst of the old city. Narrow streets, Roman walls, medieval landmarks, charm and rustic feels takeover as you explore and discover the stories and legends behind this fascinating city. The ‘old town’ is overflowing with sights that just need to be seen, including the likes of Barcelona's Gothic Cathedral, Bisbe Irurita Street, Church of Santa Maria del Pi, Sant Jaume Square and Plaça Reial (Royal Square). Grab your cameras and get ready to dig deep into the history of this fascinating city - the Gothic Quarter sure has alot to give.

Take a cruise of the backstreets by bike

Barcelona sightseeing doesn't have to be done solely on foot. Why not grab a bike and cruise down the backstreets to get a real feel for this charismatic city? ‘Bicing’ is a bicycle sharing system where you can grab a bike just about anywhere in the city and spend the day rolling around on two wheels. Or, why not opt for a bike tour to see the city in style, and feel the cool breeze as the sun beats down on you. This is a great way to really delve into this city and all it has to offer, whilst burning off that extra tapas dish you treated yourself to for lunch...

Treat your taste buds with a traditional Tapas experience

A Barcelona guided tour is full of bucket list musts, but nothing quite compares to treating your taste buds to traditional tapas. The Spanish cuisine can be eaten as an appetizer, snack, or full-blown meal; think olives, cheeses, squid, meats, chorizo, garlic prawns, and let’s not forget patatas bravas (fried potatoes in olive oil and garlic - yum). And the best part about these delicious small plates? They provide the perfect excuse to share whilst getting acquainted with your new travel buds. The sweet life of al fresco dining really don't get much better that this - side serving of Sangria, anyone?

Party into the early hours at Marula, Shoko and Pulitzer Terrace

If the Spanish know one thing it’s how to party, with Barcelona the epicentre of activity. Dancing into the early hours is the status quo here, so prepare to adjust your body clock. Once the aperitifs hour is over, Pulitzer Terrace is absolutely where it's at for some incredible Barcelona views and chilled out vibes. Closing time at the bars doesn’t mean home time, instead it’s time to head to the variety of clubs on offer, and Las Ramblas is an area in Barcelona which never fails to disappoint. Head to Marula for funk, soul and Latin beats, or the restaurant and lounge club Shoko, situated on the beach front, never fails to disappoint.

Experience some real Latin rhythm with a Flamenco Dinner and Show

Sure the bars and clubs of Barcelona are great, but no trip would be complete without a flamenco dinner and show. Evenings don’t get much more Spanish than this. An iconic expression of Spanish culture, flamenco consists of guitars, singing, dance and passion, and originating in the Southern region of Spain. The elaborate outfits and dramatic dancing are an art form which has become quite the phenomenon, offering a great way to absorb the local culture. Flamenco spots can be found all across the city - Tablao Flamenco Cordobes, Tablao de Carmen, Los Tarantos and The Palau de la Música to name a few. Latin rhythm and spanish food? Count us in.

Eat Street Barcelona

There's only one thing better than tapas - Barcelona’s street food, of course! And Eat Street Barcelona are the pioneers of the Barcelona street food scene. The food festival is all about high quality Spanish food, beers, natural wines, farmers markets and foody workshops. The Spanish sure do take their food seriously!

Van Market

Caravan food trucks takeover at one of Barcelona's favourite gastronomic markets. Set up on the port, expect a convoy of 15 food trucks selling all types of international cuisine and local foods, heightening your senses and tantalizing your taste buds.

Sonar Music Festival

We may have mentioned that the Spanish like to party, and Barcelona is where it’s at when it comes to leading the way with international festivals. Sonar is a 3 day, 2 night festival, taking place in June in various venues across Barcelona, where you can expect electronic dance music and creative avant-garde arts.

Primavera Sound Music Festival

If there's one festival in Barcelona you need to be heading to this summer, it’s this one. With cool beats and an even cooler crown, Primavera Sound is one of the trendiest festivals on the scene and a must for anyone wanting to get a feel for a European music festival.

Festa Major de Gracia

If you’re in Barcelona in August, you’re in for a treat! The colourful streets come alive with decorations, sculptures, colours and an all week-long drinking and dancing extravaganza. This festival will have you partying in true Spanish style as you celebrate in an explosion of colour, art and creativity.

Sagrada Familia

This place looks pretty impressive from the outside but the Sagrada Familia, designed by architect Antoni Gaudí, is also home to many of Gaudí’s works, including the actual models he used to build Sagrada Familia as you see it today. A little slice of history and insight into one of the world’s most iconic buildings.

Museu Picasso

The name kind of gives it away, right? This legendary museum dedicated to all things, you guessed it, Picasso, is situated in the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona. The legendary Spanish painter was a massive influence in 20th century art and the museum celebrates his artistic contributions with 4,251 works that make up the permanent collection.

Palau Nacional

Situated on the hill of Montjuïc in Barcelona, this impressive Spanish Renaissance-inspired building holds the National Art Museum's entire collection of over 5,000 artworks. A visit well-worth the views, exterior and interior artistic delights. The grand scale of the building, set behind the blue backdrop skies also gives you pretty impressive viewpoint of the city.

Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art

A museum which played a key role in restructuring the Gothic district of Barcelona needs to be explored. The new arts quarter is made up of a comprehensive collection of Spanish, Catalan and European modern and contemporary art, all housed within an unassuming white building. Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art, you’ve got our approval!

Design Museum of Barcelona

Space design, product design, information design and fashion collide at the Design Museum of Barcelona. The exhibition digs deep, reflecting the dynamic nature of design, designers and society itself. Whilst the exterior of the museum reflects everything it homes - this museum is a cutting edge, futuristic design which gets our thumbs up.

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