What to be aware of when traveling to Barcelona?
What to be aware of when traveling to Barcelona?
- You can't see the whole city in a day. ...
- There will be lots of tourists. ...
- Avoid traveling during big events. ...
- Know what cultural events to look for. ...
- There's more than one Rambla. ...
- The beaches get better the further away from the city center you get. ...
- Get to know Catalan culture.
What is the most common crime in Barcelona?
Pickpockets are the main crime problem for most tourists visiting Barcelona.
Is it safe to walk in Barcelona at night?
It will all depend on where you are walking. Keep away from dark alleys and you should be fine. Locals told us not to walk THROUGH the Plaza de Cataluna at night so we didn't do so. I walk around my neighborhood late at night and I am ok.
Should I tip taxi in Barcelona?
Taxi drivers expect no tip and are happy if you round up in their favor. A tip of 5% of the total fare is considered generous. Long rides or extra help with luggage may merit a tip, but if you're short of change, you'll never hear a complaint.
How do you avoid tourist traps in Barcelona?
- Buying a ticket to Park Guell. ...
- Purchasing Knock-Off Name brands on the street. ...
- Thinking sangria is a special drink in Spain. ...
- Locating the local restaurants. ...
- Any store with “Barcelona” attire. ...
- Eating at restaurants with nice waiters.
How many days in Barcelona is ideal?
Barcelona is easily worth two days, and no one would regret having a third day (or a fourth, or a fifth…). If you can spare only one full day for the city, it will be a scramble, but a day you'll never forget.
What is the safest area in Barcelona to stay?
La Rambla is the boundary between the quarters of Barri Gòtic, to the east, and El Raval, to the west. Barcelona's safest areas tend to be the more affluent neighborhoods, such as Eixample, Poble Sec, and Poblenou.
What should I wear to dinner in Barcelona?
You won't necessarily be turned away if you're dressed casually, however, an evening out in Barcelona generally means you should be looking good and well dressed. Avoid wearing casual shorts in the city, save them for the beach, wearing them elsewhere will generally label you as a tourist.
Do US citizens need a visa for Spain?
Spain is a party to the Schengen Agreement. This means that U.S. citizens may enter Spain for up to 90 days for tourism or business without a visa. Your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond the period of stay. You must have sufficient funds and a return airline ticket.
Do people wear jeans in Barcelona?
Middle age and the older generation generally tend to wear clothing with muted and conservative colours. The younger generation tend to wear semi-casual clothes like jeans and T-shirts and comfortable shoes or sandals during summer.
Is it rude not to tip in Barcelona?
Tipping Your Servers: Tips aren't expected in Barcelona, but they are always appreciated. Credit cards – tipping is possible with a card, just be sure you ask them to add it to the total as they run your card. There's no space on the credit card receipt when it comes time to sign.
Can you wear sandals to Sagrada Familia?
No. Visitors who are barefoot or wearing flip-flops and open sandals are not allowed inside Sagrada Familia. Q. Can I wear shorts to Sagrada Familia?