What to do in Barcelona
If you're
coming to Barcelona to watch the football, then you should really try to make
the most of your trip and take in as much of this vibrant city as you can.
Going Out
The
tourist hotspots are both sides of the Ramblas, where you can find a rich
variety of bars. The focal point is often Plaza Real, which is packed full
especially at weekends throughout the year, but it is often wiser to move off
the beaten track to more discreet bars where prices are considerably cheaper.
If you would prefer a more traditional Catalan setting then Gracia is probably
better and their you can enjoy plenty of plazas full of bars and a laidback
atmosphere. For a more up-market feel then Maria Cubi has sophisticated bars
where the wealthier Catalans like to hang-out.
Always
remember though to keep a close eye on your bags etc as there are no end to
tricks which thieves will come up with to take your things. One is to stop at
the top of an escalator and when you bang into them the person behind takes
your wallet. The city itself is not particularly dangerous but it does have
more than its fair share of petty crime.
Read more about Barcelona night life here:
http://www.barcelonaconnect.com/Nightlife/
http://www.all-barcelona-guide.com/en/nightlife/
Culture
Life is
never dull in Barcelona and there are always fiestas throughout the year to
enjoy. Gaudi's Sagrada Familia has become a worldwide recognised church and
Parc Guell is an equally popular place to visit. There are museums galore in
Barca if art is your thing from Picasso to
and there are always plenty of new exhibitions. If instead though you
prefer to unwind on the beach then you can wander down to Barceloneta or
further afield to Castelldefels and Sitges.
Read more about things to do here:
http://www.barcelona-tourist-guide.com/en/activities/things-to-do-barcelona.html
http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Europe/Spain/Catalunya/Barcelona-274654/Things_To_Do-Barcelona-TG-C-1.html
Here is a
map to help you around and to look up addresses on:
http://www.viamichelin.co.uk/viamichelin/gbr/tpl/hme/MaHomePage.htm