You have probably heard a thing or two about Barcelona, the city on the Mediterranean Sea and one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. But do you also know the hidden corners and insider tips of the locals?
Our colleagues from our office in Barcelona told us about their favorite places in the city – so if you feel like walking off the beaten track and discovering authentic Catalan cuisine, read our 30 insider Barcelona tips on what to do in Barcelona.
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Our 11 Barcelona tips
- Stroll through the streets and squares of the El Born and El Gòtic neighborhoods and discover their secrets Barcelona cultural center, barcelona tips
- Walk along Passeig de Gracia and admire the many architectural works of art by Antoni Gaudí. Don’t forget to visit the “House of Bones” officially known as Casa Batlló . The house is open to visitors 365 days a year from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Skate (or walk) along Paseo Maritimo from Barceloneta Beach to the end of the Forum.
- Treat yourself to a drink in the Marsella bar. It is the oldest bar in Barcelona, and was once Hemingway’s second home.
- Attend a “taller” (workshop) in one of the Center Civic (community centers in each district).
- Visit a free exhibition in Palau Robert (on Passeig de Gracia) or one of the many galleries in town.
- Relax with a cold beer on the terrace of the Antic Theater and watch a show.
- Have a picnic in the Parc de la Ciutadella and pass the time people watching.
- Eat fresh tapas in a bar (for example in Jai-Ca, Carrer de Ginebra, or Can Mano, Carrer del Baluard) near Barceloneta Beach and then treat yourself to a delicious paella in Can Ros, Almirall Aixada.
- Attend a live flamenco show, dance and enjoy a glass of vermouth on a Saturday afternoon in the Leo bar (Carrer de Sant Carles, 34 / Barceloneta).
- Travel back in time and take a guided tour of Gaudi’s modernist wonder, Casa Milà, colloquially known as “La Pedrera”. It is opened from 7 days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tip: Make your visit in the evening, Wednesdays to Saturdays are also open from 7:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
