Barcelona in June is one of the most glorious times to visit. It’s one of my favorite months as a resident here. The city is in “comfortable heat”-mode, meaning it’s not as sweaty as the months of July and August! Not only is June a lovely time to visit outside attractions like Gaudi’s Park Guell,…
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Visiting Barcelona in May
In Barcelona in May, days are sunny and warm with a pleasant breeze in the evenings. There are plenty of events and festivals like the Barcelona Beer Festival and the Primavera Sound music festival. It’s generally an exciting time to be outside. Families stay out later and enjoy their late-night dinners on a terrace. Every…
Visiting Barcelona in April
April is a time of awakening from the cold winter in Barcelona. With a renewed feeling of spring, Barcelona becomes more alive with more crowds and outdoor festivities. Locals, like me, shed our winter coats to put them away into storage until December. Short sleeves come back. It’s a good time to visit Barcelona in…
Visiting Barcelona in March
As the weather in Barcelona in March starts to warm up, more tourists flock to my adopted hometown. People head outdoors to enjoy a drink at a table al fresco. Sun worshippers emerge from their winter holes and soak up the sun at the park. It’s shoulder season, so expect tourist crowds, but they’re not…
Barcelona in August
Why you should visit Barcelona in August Barcelona is a popular destination year-round, but August can be an especially exciting time to visit for several reasons: Festivals: August is a month filled with festivals in Barcelona. The biggest one is the Festa Major de Gracia, which takes place in the Gracia neighborhood and features colorful…
Barcelona Festivals, Events, and Holidays 2023
Festivals, Events, and Holidays 2023 Come to Barcelona any day of the year, and you’re guaranteed to find the right event for you. Religious celebrations, concerts, food fairs, or a Mexican food meet-up? They’re always happening! Read this list of major events, festivals, and public holidays in Barcelona to help you plan your trip. Read…
CosmoCaixa: An Interactive Science Museum in Barcelona
Remember this? Your physics teacher tells you to turn to page 137 of your textbook. He rattles on about a formula or a chart. You try to understand it, but you find the “hugs not drugs” posters on the wall much more intriguing. Yawwwwnnnn… So, how do you make learning science FUN AND EXCITING? You…
Fun Christmas Activities for Kids in Barcelona 2022
Celebrating Christmas in Barcelona is a unique experience. For one thing, where else can get presents from the Catalan Christmas log, the tió de nadal? Without further ado, here are FUN Christmas activities for kids in Barcelona 2022! You must reserve in advance for many of these activities, starting on December 14 or 15. Set…
Magical Christmas Activities in Barcelona 2022
Magical Christmas Activities in Barcelona 2022 Bon Nadal, Bones Festes! Want to get holiday mood, indulge yourself in the festivities, feel that special holiday magic that only comes once a year? Welcome to the magical Christmas activities in Barcelona 2022! Let’s make the best of what we have. Seriously! 1. Visit the Pessebre at Plaça Sant…
Magnificent Must-Dos in Barcelona
Magnificent Must-Do’s in Barcelona So you’ve booked your trip to Barcelona, Spain. And now you have approximately 381 Barcelona pins on your Pinterest board called “Barcelona: trip of a lifetime”. Where to start? What’s are the must-dos in Barcelona? What’s the meaning of life? Relax, relax, I’m here to solve your existential problems. I’ve been…
