Barcelona Vacation Travel Guide - Things to See and Do in Barcelona, Spain - Trip Advisor & Booking
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00:00Barcelona Vacation Guide
00:05Barcelona, the name of this renowned Catalan city, is almost as lovely as the seaside metropolis
00:11itself, the second largest metropolis in Spain and a top tourist attraction in Europe.
00:17The city's spectacular structures, monuments and sculptures are worth visiting just for
00:22the architecture alone.
00:24From Gothic structures to God's modern wonders, design enthusiasts might easily spend weeks
00:30discovering them.
00:31Located in northern Spain, along the Mediterranean Sea is a vibrant melting pot of cultures that
00:37is home to world-famous food, legendary art, music and more.
00:42Today, Barcelona welcomes all kinds of guests, including inexpensive backpackers, cruise
00:48ship ports and families traveling for the holidays.
00:52It's hardly surprising that this city draws a wide range of tourists given its delectable
00:57sangria and gin, appetizing food, magnificent beaches, pleasant weather, rich history and
01:03culture, and distinctive architecture.
01:06If you're curious about what makes Barcelona special, we're here to bring you the answers.
01:11Stay tuned as we dive into our comprehensive vacation guide on everything to do and everywhere
01:16to go when you're in Barcelona.
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01:28In this video, we'll be providing a travel guide for anyone planning to explore the city
01:32of Barcelona.
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01:40Barcelona Culture The culture of Barcelona is a product of various
01:44modern and traditional elements.
01:47Barcelona, the capital of the autonomous region of Catalonia, is a traveler's paradise
01:52thanks to its over 20 Michelin-starred restaurants, Roman conquest-influenced past, and current
01:58incarnation as a cutting-edge metropolis teeming with chance meetings.
02:03One should visit the city's numerous galleries and museums for the sake of learning more
02:07about its fascinating history, delectable cuisine, and vibrant Catalan culture.
02:13Religious sites ask that visitors cover up knees and shoulders when entering.
02:17If you don't have the proper attire on hand, you won't be admitted.
02:20Barcelona is part of the Spanish province of Catalonia, making its culture a little
02:25different from what you'd expect in Madrid, Seville, or Granada.
02:30The most noticeable difference is the language.
02:32Many residents will refer to them as Catalan and speak the Catalan language among themselves
02:37instead of Spanish.
02:38But don't worry.
02:40Considering Barcelona is one of the most visited cities in Europe, you will likely find English-speaking
02:46residents in hotels and tourist areas.
02:49Barcelona's official currency is the euro.
02:51Since exchange rate fluctuates often, be sure to check what the current exchange rate is
02:56before your trip.
02:58Major credit cards are accepted at most restaurants and shops.
03:01Like the rest of Spain, tipping is not common in Barcelona.
03:05Depending on where you dine, a service charge may be added to your bill.
03:08However, if you do want to tip, 10% is more than sufficient.
03:13Also, similar to the rest of Spain, Catalans eat late and party even later.
03:18Restaurants are typically open for lunch between 1 and 4 p.m. and for dinner from 8 to 11 p.m.
03:24For locals, dinner usually starts at 9 p.m., at the earliest.
03:28Going out starts at 12 a.m. and clubs stay open until 5 or 6 a.m.
03:33Things to do and places to visit in Barcelona
03:37Barcelona's bucket list is as long as its sunny days.
03:40It's a city that expertly blends historically ancient life with the most cutting-edge shows.
03:46With all that is available to explore, here are some things you won't want to miss.
03:52Experience Gaudi's architecture
03:54The most well-known architect in Barcelona is Antony Gaud.
03:58The city is covered in his artwork, and his unique approach to fusing Gothic and Art Nouveau
04:04is recognizable and renowned all around the world.
04:07The Parc Güell, a 45-acre garden complex, designed and constructed between 1900 and 1914.
04:14Casa Bayo, a project profoundly influenced by the Art Nouveau style, and Casa Mia, also
04:20known as La Pedrera, because of the structure's limestone facade, are all showcases of his amazing art.
04:29Spain's most visited landmark and the fruit of Gaudi's imagination, the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia.
04:36A church steeped in symbolism, where nature is the source of inspiration, the building
04:41is under construction and Gaudi dedicated the last years of his life to the project.
04:47Step inside and decipher all the keys to a dream turned into a reality.
04:53Tour the Picasso Museum
04:55Pablo Ruiz Picasso spent his formative years in Barcelona and studied at the Fine Arts
05:00Academy, the Academia de Bells Art.
05:04It was housed in the Medieval Commodities Exchange, the Yoja de Mar, and is now open
05:09to visitors.
05:10Pablo Picasso created some of the most well-known and recognizable works of art in history.
05:15His artwork ranged from Cubism to Surrealism to Neoclassism, so you are sure to find a
05:21style you appreciate.
05:23The Museum Picasso showcases practically all of the artist's early works until the Blue
05:27Period.
05:28The museum also houses a series based on Las Meninas and a collection of prints.
05:34This is one of the largest Picasso Museums in the world with approximately 4,000 works
05:39of art.
05:40Take a 90-minute guided tour with an art expert and Picasso enthusiast.
05:45Learning about the career and life of one of the most significant painters of the 20th
05:49century is incredibly fascinating.
05:52Wander through the Bari Gotic
05:54The Bari Gotic is one of the best areas in the city.
05:58The beautiful neighborhood known as the Gothic Quarter is so called because it used to be
06:02the Roman village and thus has some remnants of its glorious past.
06:06It is here that the city's oldest structures may be found, including medieval castles connected
06:12by twisting narrow lanes and ancient Roman fortifications.
06:17The neighborhood is now teeming with bars, clubs, and eateries.
06:20Shopping is also amazing in the Gothic Quarter.
06:23From the more commercial area of Cai Portal de la Angel to the little boutiques on Cai
06:29Avignon, this area is perfect for getting lost for a few hours, and it's the best location
06:36in the city to wander.
06:38Relax by the Gaudí Fountain
06:41The monumental fountain in Parque Ciutadella was one of Gaudí's small projects while he
06:46was still a university student.
06:49It pays enormous homage to the god Neptune.
06:52Huge waters spouting griffins, Neptune in his chariot, and a gold statue are all present.
06:58The fountain will stop you in your tracks, whether you're a sightseer passing through
07:02or a family headed for the boating lake nearby.
07:06After a long day of sightseeing, it's a nice area to unwind with a number of benches and
07:11an ice cream shop close.
07:13You can bring a book and enjoy the amazing scenery of this amazing fountain, one of the
07:19city's most relaxing and picturesque attractions.
07:23Explore Montjuic Castle
07:25Standing on a vantage point 173 meters above the port, Montjuic Castle commands stunning
07:32views of the city.
07:33Now a peaceable place, the memory of this fortress endures in Barcelona as a symbol
07:38of repression, but also of the city's struggles during different periods in its history.
07:44The castle was used as a military prison until 1960 when it was given back to the city
07:49and used as an army base.
07:51In 2007, the castle came under the ownership of Barcelona's city council and as a result
07:57now belongs to all the citizens of Barcelona.
08:00In addition, there are gardens, a sizable scale model of a traditional Spanish village,
08:05and an Olympic stadium from the 1992 games.
08:09Spend a couple of hours exploring, because there's a lot to do here.
08:13If you decide not to take the cable car, you can walk up this location within 30 minutes.
08:19Best Hotels in Barcelona
08:21Barcelona will be the perfect destination for you, especially if you like stylish hotels
08:26that offer greater value for your money.
08:28A new generation of tastefully updated hotels has recently popped up throughout the city,
08:34fusing attentive service, the newest modern conveniences, and the genuine charms of the
08:39old structures that many of them call home.
08:42Here are some of the best hotels in Barcelona.
08:45Casa Bonet
08:47Casa Bonet is a boutique hotel located in central Barcelona.
08:52650 feet from the Tetuán metro station, Casa Bonet has environmentally friendly rooms that
08:59give visitors a sense of the local way of life.
09:03This 19th century home-turned-hotel has a lot of greenery and a simple stylish interior
09:08design created in collaboration with regional designers reflects the city's light and airy vibe.
09:15The rooms all come with yoga kits, cosmetics by Malin & Goetz, and access to the MUBI movie
09:21streaming service.
09:23Don't forget to grab some tapas from the property's rooftop restaurant and take a nap on the adjacent
09:28rooftop terrace.
09:29This exclusive rooftop space for hotel guests features sunbeds, an orchard, outdoor showers
09:36for cooling off, city views, and food service.
09:41Cotton House Hotel
09:43The Cotton House Hotel, a member of Marriott's autograph collection, is situated in the former
09:49headquarters of the Cotton Textile Foundation, an emblematic 19th century building in the
09:54neoclassical style, which is a landmark in the city of Barcelona.
09:58The original elements of the building have been conserved, such as the imposing marble
10:03staircase.
10:04At the same time, all the facilities of the building have been completely replaced, resulting
10:09in a distinguished setting full of history, yet modern and comfortable.
10:13The hotel has 83 cozy rooms, as well as a rooftop pool, a restaurant, a cocktail bar,
10:20a terrace, and an attractive library.
10:22The rooms have been designed to offer all possible comfort.
10:26The bed linen is made with sheets with 300-thread count mercerized Egyptian cotton, honeycomb
10:32bathrobes, and signature brand cosmetics made with 100% natural products from the Mediterranean
10:39area.
10:40The decoration is inspired on cotton through a chromatic combination of the white, black,
10:45and sepia of the cotton plant and everything it evokes – softness, comfort, delicacy,
10:52and naturalness – which are materialized in the fabrics and textures of the very highest
10:57quality.
10:59Hotel 1898
11:02Hotel 1898 is an authentic gem to be discovered.
11:05Nestled in the heart of Barcelona, this unbeatable location guarantees you to have quick and
11:11direct access to any means of transportation and a convenient starting point for exploring
11:16tourist attractions.
11:19Hotel 1898 is located in what was once the headquarters of the General Philippines Tobacco
11:24Company.
11:25In 2005, following extensive renovation, the building was reborn as the Hotel 1898, a unique
11:32spot with colonial flair and a style all of its own, offering the best of Barcelona to
11:38each and every guest.
11:40All of the 169 exclusive rooms feature unique décor elements inspired by the colonial times
11:47while offering all the modern comforts of the 21st century.
11:51The cozy lodging options include premium classic and two floors of exquisitely furnished suites.
11:59Hotel 1898 offers guests the opportunity to explore traditional Catalan cuisine at the
12:04El Nido restaurant on the main floor of the hotel, featuring lovely views of the Ramblas
12:10of Barcelona.
12:11The dishes and tapas are made with freshest ingredients available from the Boqueria marketplace,
12:17blending traditional Mediterranean flavors with exotic ingredients.
12:22Hotel Arts Barcelona
12:24Supremely positioned and towering 44 floors above the sea, the Hotel Arts Barcelona is
12:30a striking tower of blue glass and steel with beautifully designed accommodations, a two
12:36Michelin star restaurant, and outstanding facilities including a rooftop spa, two outdoor
12:41pools that overlook the sea, and lush gardens.
12:45The five-star hotel provides rooms, suites, and penthouses with elevated contemporary
12:50décor that are perched high above the city and the Mediterranean, so the views are just
12:55as spectacular as the service and opulent facilities.
12:59The exterior's steel and glass construction, created by architect Bruce Graham, made it
13:04one of the city's most distinctive modern structures.
13:08Located on the very top floors, the penthouses boast the most exceptional views and lighting
13:13in the entire hotel.
13:15They each have up to three bedrooms and are designer, modern, and luxurious, with extraordinary
13:20services including personalized concierge assistance and the use of a Mini Cooper Cabrio,
13:26among other exclusive benefits.
13:29These are ideal for guests who are looking for more space, along with the elegance and
13:33service of a luxury hotel.
13:35Hotel Arts is the perfect place to savor traditional Mediterranean dishes, prepared with ingredients
13:40from KMO, which offers a remarkable variety of fresh designation-of-origin seafood, as
13:46well as in-season produce from the garden.
13:50Taste the freshness of the sea, fused with produce picked straight from the orchards
13:54and mountainsides.
13:55An exquisite selection of fresh and local ingredients, paired with the suggestions of
14:00the hotel's sommelier, who boasts a selection of more than 700 picks from the restaurant's
14:06own wine cellar.
14:09In Barcelona's famed Gothic Quarter, this relay and chateau resort is housed in two
14:15ancient structures, one of which is a renovated palace from the 12th century.
14:21The hotel's somber, elegant vibe is in keeping with the district it calls home, and its close
14:26proximity to sites like La Rambla and the Picasso Museum makes it the perfect place
14:32to stay for those who are just getting to know the area.
14:35It boasts a delightful decor, blending period features with ultra-modern design.
14:40The 22 hotels and suites offer upscale luxuries.
14:43Chic, comfortable, and elegant, these classic rooms overlook the Gothic Quarter streets,
14:49wooden floors, and delicate fabrics, offering a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere.
14:54Some have balconies and terraces, others have panoramic views or gold-painted murals, and
14:59some have all three.
15:00The chef creates a Mediterranean cuisine with a seasonal menu in this private, welcoming
15:06restaurant.
15:07At the top of the building, Roba Estesa is an oasis in the city where you can enjoy vistas
15:12of the city at nightfall while trying delicious tapas.
15:17Best Time to Visit
15:19Barcelona experiences pleasant weather for the duration of the year, as is typical of
15:25the Mediterranean.
15:26The state's coldest month is January, with average temperatures hovering about 49 degrees
15:31Fahrenheit, which is mild compared to other Spanish destinations.
15:35The hottest and most humid month is August, when temperatures average 77 degrees Fahrenheit.
15:41The wettest month is October, with annual precipitation averaging roughly 25 inches.
15:47Barcelona is the most visited in the spring or fall because the late summer months may
15:52get very hot and muggy.
15:54The best time to visit Barcelona is from May to June, when balmy temperatures mix with
16:00a series of festivals ushering in the beginning of summertime.
16:04During these months, you'll have plenty of sunshine and comfortable temperatures for
16:08swimming and strolling through the city's beautiful streets, parks, and markets.
16:13Keep in mind that no matter what time of the year you visit, there will be tourist crowds
16:17because Barcelona is the most visited city in Spain.
16:21In the end, Barcelona has a certain grandeur of spirit that is unmatched by any other location
16:27due to its unwavering vitality and culture.
16:30Above all, you should make the most of your vacation with this travel guide, and you will
16:35be completely stunned by the pristine beauty of this amazing city.
16:40That sums up our travel guide for your next adventure in the city of Barcelona.
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