There’s so much to do in Barcelona, but when you’re ready to explore beyond the city, start off with these must-see places in...
Your ultimate guide to Barcelona
Barcelona restaurants and bars, films and theatre, art, gigs, clubs, shops and more...
There’s so much to do in Barcelona, but when you’re ready to explore beyond the city, start off with these must-see places in...
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The best of Barcelona
36 great things to do in Barcelona
Take a look at our pick of the best things to do in Barcelona for the very best attractions, events and activities in town
50 best restaurants in Barcelona
Welcome to the Time Out Eat List, our handpicked ‘best of’ Barcelona City’s food scene
20 brilliant bars in Barcelona
Whether your tipple is wine, beer, vermouth, or a cocktail, we’ve come up with this list of the 20 best drinking dens
50 top attractions in Barcelona
Museums, squares, gardens, landmarks... discover these 50 unmissable sights in Barcelona
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Stellar rooftop bars in Barcelona
Have a drink while taking in a great view on these top rooftop bars in Barcelona
11 amazing Barcelona museums
In Barcelona's museums you'll find big names, but also works from medieval times to the present
The 27 best shops in Barcelona
Enjoy your shopping spree to the fullest at our favourite shops in Barcelona
Michelin star restaurants in Barcelona
If your wallet allows, book in to any of Barcelona's 22 star-studded restaurants
Barcelona's best tapas
Dying to try tapas but not sure where to go? We help you find the best mini-meals
Best paella in Barcelona: 16 must-try restaurants
If you’re on the hunt for the best paella in Barcelona, we’re here to help
The 11 best clubs in Barcelona
Find the city's top places to boogie all night long to your favourite tracks, no matter what your taste
The best nightlife in Barcelona
Nightlife in Barcelona is as wild as you want it to be, and you can find something on every night of the week
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Barcelona's best festivals and events of the year
Autumn
Jazz and hip-hop music festivals, the massive La Mercè celebration, Sitges & In-Edit film fests
Winter
Christmas markets, New Year parties, Kings' Day, the Mobile World Congress, Carnival
Spring
Primavera Sound, the big marathon, Guitar BCN festival, Sant Jordi's books and roses
Summer
Sónar and Cruïlla, outdoor film fests, Sant Joan and the Gràcia fest, Gay Pride, the Grec
Where to stay in Barcelona
Whatever your geographic preferences, you’re guaranteed a fab time with our pick of the best places to stay in Barcelona
Beyond the tapas and the sights, getting a hotel that suits you is an important ingredient for having a top city break in Barcelona
The best boutique hotels in Barcelona
The best boutique hotels in Barcelona
These independent, artfully designed accommodations provide immaculate attention to detail as well as specialised service
The best cheap hotels in Barcelona
The best cheap hotels in Barcelona
You don't have to max out your credit cards or take out a second mortgage to book a place to stay in Barcelona
The best luxury hotels in Barcelona
The best luxury hotels in Barcelona
Find a luxury hotel in Barcelona where you feel welcomed and wrapped in elegance
The best spa hotels in Barcelona
The best spa hotels in Barcelona
We all want time to unwind and be pampered, so let us point you toward our favourite spa hotels in the city
Barcelona neighbourhood guide
Barceloneta and the Ports
Barceloneta boasts the city's best beaches and tastiest seafood restaurants
The Barri Gòtic
A stroll through the medieval streets and squares of the Old City is a great introduction to Barcelona
The Born & Sant Pere
Explore some of Barcelona's prettiest streets and most magical architecture
The Raval
Once a no-go area for tourists, the Raval is being transformed
Grà cia
Gràcia's summertime 'Festa Major' weeklong street fair and party takes over the neighbourhood
The Eixample
A modernista showcase: its buildings include Gaudí's Sagrada Família and La Pedrera
Montjuïc & Poble-sec
It's often left off visitors' itineraries, but the hill of Montjuïc merits a wander
SarriÃ
Sarrià is the city's uptown area for its more posh homes, shops and restaurants
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More countries have been removed from the list – and US citizens are still barred
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