Barcelona’s blockbuster sights hog the limelight, but the city’s best moments live in quiet barrios, leafy slopes and tiny bodegas. Non-touristy things to do in Barcelona mean hands-on days that keep ...

This sight is well worth queueing up for — or, buy your ticket in advance to save time. A work-in-progress, Sagrada Familia has yet to see the completion of its tallest towers, but you can still go ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Wander 20 minutes north to reach Hospital de Sant Pau. This elaborate, UNESCO-listed former hospital was the brainchild of architect Lluis Domènech i Montaner and is a beautiful ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Come in late August for the free Festa Major de Gràcia (Gràcia Festival). During the weeklong celebration, streets come alive with colorful lanterns and other creations, ...

Barcelona isn’t just about famous landmarks like the Sagrada Familia, Park Güell, or Barceloneta’s beaches. This city truly ...

I moved from the US to Barcelona about five years ago and love so much about the city. Enjoy views of Sagrada Familia from a nearby rooftop bar instead of crowding in front of it. Try Montjuïc instead ...

There are two types of tourist: those who love Barcelona, and those who have never been. The wonders of a visit to Spain’s avant-garde second city are well-documented, with a fusion of Spanish ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Judy Koutsky covers adventure, luxury and family travel. Arguably one of the most romantic cities in Europe, if not the world, ...