Spain · Destination guide
Barcelona
Barcelona gave our 2019 family trip a mix of Gaudí's architecture, Mediterranean waterfront time, and a cooking experience we shared together.
Summer 2019
Read the trip journal ↗All photos are from my own travels.
Roger’s experience in Barcelona
Barcelona gave us two very different memories: looking up at the Sagrada Família and learning to cook together. The paella, the kitchen, and the smiles in the photos tell as much of the story as the landmark does. Those are the days I hope to make possible for the families I help plan travel.
Why travelers enjoy Barcelona
Architecture, neighborhoods, food experiences, and the coast make it easy to mix active days with slower ones.
Planning a trip to Barcelona
Think about how much time you want for architecture, food, and the waterfront before choosing the pace of your days.
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Practical notes
Before you go to Barcelona
A few useful basics to make the arrival smoother. Roger can help fit the details to your itinerary.
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Power
- European round-pin C/F; about 220–230 V
- Language
- Catalan and Spanish
- Time zone
- Central European Time (CET/CEST)
- Tipping
- A modest optional tip for good service is appreciated.
- Getting around
- Metro, bus, walking, and licensed taxi.
- Emergency number
- 112
- Seasons
- Warm summers, mild winters, and pleasant but changeable shoulder seasons.
On arrival
- Check airport transit to your neighborhood before arrival.
- Reserve timed-entry popular sights if they matter to you.
Travel requirements can change. Confirm current requirements before departure.
Check current entry requirements ↗U.S. State Department: Spain · Roger can also help you review what applies to your trip.Add to your itinerary
Things to do in Barcelona
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