As part of my trip to Europe last month, I spent a week in Barcelona. This was my second trip, both times for work, and this time I was able to see a bit more of the city. Coincidentally, a few friends have asked me for recommendations so I have taken the time to update my “Spain” page on my website.
Barcelona is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world and it is easy to see why. It is also easy to get a sense that the city is overrun with tourists: I saw many signs and graffiti decrying the infestation.
The good news is there are plenty of places to go in Barcelona to enjoy the city without falling into all the usual tourist traps. In fact, I would argue you could largely bypass the big attractions and still find the city utterly charming.
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Need to go back! Didn’t get enough time to explore last time. Only thing I don’t like about Spain are the pick pockets…
Thankfully, I haven’t encountered them – or else they discovered my pockets are empty!
I’ve never been there. My brother and sister in law have been there twice and loved it.
Worth a visit
i had a chance to spend 2 couple of days in barcelona back in 2018. i enjoyed the city and the food. would love to travel there again and explore more on barcelona, as well as other parts of spain.
Well, I’m supposed to go back in September. Want to join?
that sounds tempting. but unfortunately i can’t travel much this year. the coffee shop business is not doing well.