What is the tipping etiquette and culture in Barcelona, Spain? Tipping is not expected in Barcelona.If you feel like tipping, because you feel that you have been very well looked after, then by all means tip 5% for good service and 10% for excellent service, but generally tipping is not expectd and locals do not […]

Months with the highest snowfall are January, February and September (1mm). Months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm). Does Barcelona ever get snow? General weather conditions in the city It is estimated that there are around 50 days with rain per year in Barcelona, and […]

How many times has Barcelona beat Real Madrid? A – Barcelona has beaten Real Madrid 115 times out of the 278 games played so far. How many times Real Madrid beat Barcelona? Since the 1990-91 season, they have won La Liga 16 times to Madrid’s nine. Barca have claimed the European crown five times in […]

According to General de Sanidad (the government agency that looks after the tap water in Spain) and Aigües de Barcelona (the local water company) it’s potable (drinkable) according to all international standards including the EU and WHO. Is the sea clean in Barcelona? All of Barcelona beaches are clean and well maintained. The sea water […]

For most of April, temperatures in Barcelona average between 53 and 68 degrees Fahrenheit (11 to 20 degrees Celsius). Early April can be quite chilly, so you likely won’t be able to visit the beach until the end of the month—although a relaxing walk along the shore is always a good idea. Is April a […]

Andres Iniesta has been installed as captain of Barcelona after a vote among the squad saw the Spaniard nominated to take over the armband from the departed Xavi. Who is the captain of Barcelona now? Sergio BusquetsDespite the changes, in the 2021/22 season, FC Barcelona will continue to have four captains that all graduated from […]

Do wear light-weighted fabrics during the months of May – September. Do not wear heavy cotton denims typical of Northern Europe and USA/Canada during summer months- choose light-weight denim cotton instead. Is Barcelona good in May? May. With sunny pleasant days and clear skies, May can be one of the best times to visit Barcelona. […]

The rivalry comes about as Madrid and Barcelona are the two largest cities in Spain, and they are sometimes identified with opposing political positions, with Real Madrid viewed as representing Spanish nationalism and Barcelona viewed as representing Catalan nationalism. When did the rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona start? We could mark, though, the 1943 […]

Detailed Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Barcelona – Evening Tapas & Wine Tour. Day 2: Tour of La Sagrada Familia & Barcelona’s Food Markets. Day 3: Bike Tour of Barcelona. Day 4: Transfer from Barcelona to the Costa Brava, via Girona & Figueres. Day 5: Kayaking Excursion. Day 6: Wine Tasting in the Empordà Region. […]

Places To Visit In Barcelona In March La Sagrada Familia Temple: The Marvelous Structure. Magic Fountain Of Montjuic: Perfect For A Romantic Evening. Picasso Museum: For All History Enthusiasts. Palau De La Música Catalana: The Iconic Building. Gaudi’s Pedrera: Spain’s Stunning Marvel. Is Barcelona good to visit in March? March is one of the best […]

Average humidity in Barcelona (Catalonia) On average, September is the most humid. On average, July is the least humid month. Is Spain humid in July? Spain has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is July (46.5% relative humidity), and the most humid […]

Barcelona’s British residents make up one of the city’s largest foreign-national communities. According to data from its January 2020 city residents’ register, Barcelona has over 9,000 UK-national residents, who will continue to enjoy full rights as EU citizens until the UK’s departure from the EU. How many British live in Spain? The also coastal Andalusia […]

The Best Places to Live in Barcelona Poblenou… for quick access to the beach. Gràcia… for an alternative spirit. El Born… for the Barcelona lifestyle you first imagine. El Clot… for cheaper rent. Sant Gervasi.. for upmarket comfort. El Raval… for edgy, urban, multicultural living. Sants… for a small town feel. Where is the best […]

An artificial beach, Barceloneta beach was created using sand imported from abroad and has occasionally required ‘topping up’ as waves and weather erode it. The council said that over 50% of the sand added in 2008 and 2010 had been lost and would cost an expected €800,000 to replace. Are Barcelona beaches artificial? 2) Barceloneta […]

Summary about cost of living in Barcelona, Spain: Family of four estimated monthly costs are 2,791$ (2,466€) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 798$ (705€) without rent. Barcelona is 39.22% less expensive than New York (without rent). Is Barcelona expensive to live in? Although one of the most expensive cities in Spain […]