Destination
Barcelona, Spain
Gaudí's architecture, a city beach, late dinners and Mediterranean light give Barcelona a holiday feel that most big cities lack.
Trips to Barcelona from every city
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When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | fine |
| February | fine |
| March | fine |
| April | best |
| May | best |
| June | best |
| July | fine |
| August | avoid |
| September | best |
| October | best |
| November | fine |
| December | fine |
- September: La Mercè festival fills the streets in the third week of September
- June: Sant Joan bonfires and fireworks on the beach on 23 June
August: Hottest, most humid and most crowded month, with many local businesses closed
Where to stay in Barcelona
- Eixample: Gaudí facades, grid streets and most of the boutique hotels.
- Gothic Quarter / El Born: Medieval lanes, tapas bars and the cathedral.
- Gràcia: Village-like squares and local life, near Park Güell.
- Barceloneta: Right on the city beach with seafood on the boardwalk.
- Poblenou: Quieter beaches and converted-warehouse cool.
What to do in Barcelona
- Go inside the Sagrada Família (timed ticket)
- Walk Park Güell and Casa Batlló
- Tapas crawl through El Born
- Spend a morning at La Boqueria market
- Watch the sunset from the Bunkers del Carmel
- Day trip to Montserrat's mountain monastery
Good to know
| Airports | Barcelona El Prat (BCN) |
|---|---|
| Passport for US citizens | yes |
| Price level | upscale |
| Time zone | Europe/Madrid |
| Kind of trip | city, beach, culture, food, nightlife |
Questions about Barcelona
When is the best time to visit Barcelona?
April, May, June, September and October. August: Hottest, most humid and most crowded month, with many local businesses closed
Do US citizens need a passport for Barcelona?
Yes. Barcelona is in Spain; bring a valid passport.
How expensive is Barcelona on the ground?
Barcelona is upscale by US standards: plan about $130 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.