Barcelona Neighborhood Guide

Enjoy the streets of beautiful Barcelona when arriving from the Barcelona cruise port.

This blog post was originally posted on September 30, 2014, and was updated on October 29, 2017. Like every big city, Barcelona has several distinctly unique neighborhoods that stand out amongst each other. Find out all you need to know in our Barcelona neighborhood guide. Getting lost in the Gothic Quarter or roaming the hills […]

Liquid Gold: Where to Buy the Best Olive Oil in Barcelona

Bottles of olive oil on display at a shop.

In many countries, olive oil is a luxury. In Barcelona, though, it flows like water. Continue reading to find out where to buy olive oil in Barcelona, and you’ll be able to enjoy the this liquid gold at home! Background and production The cultivation of some of Spain’s best olive oil is believed to date […]

Gracia Neighborhood Festival: La Festa Major de Gracia

Looking for one of the best things to do in Gràcia? The Gracia neighborhood festival is an event not to be missed and one of our favorites in Barcelona.

The Festa Major de Gracia is a magnificent celebration, held annually in none other than the picturesque village of Gracia. Don’t miss out on a chance to see the magic of the Gracia neighborhood festival in Barcelona. Every August the streets of Gracia come alive with this incredible week-long fiesta that sees the area transformed. […]

Where to Eat in Gracia: Our Barcelona Restaurant Guide

The beautiful terrace at Roig Robí is the most beautiful place to eat. The next time you are trying to decide where to eat in Gracia, make sure to stop by!

With so many incredible restaurants on every corner it’s hard to know where to eat in Gracia. This charming village-like neighborhood just north of the Eixample is a unique, off-the-beaten-path absolute-must for foodies. From traditional, family-run bodegas to hip new cafes serving up flat whites and nitro coffees, it really does have it all. We love this […]

Where to Stay in Barcelona: A Neighborhood Guide

Enjoy wandering the city and exploring some of our top 5 hidden corners of Barcelona!

This blog post was originally posted on May 15, 2014 and was updated on September 5, 2017. Finding where to stay in Barcelona is a key to a successful trip. Barcelona is full of many diverse neighborhoods, though we recommend that first timers stay in the center to be sure you don’t miss any of […]