In a city that lives and dies with tourism there's going to be a lot of scrapping for your money. From paltry paella propositions in the middle of the street to state sponsored museums that'll bore you all the way back to the office you'll need to choose your visits wisely. So here's ... Read More
Welcome to Barcelona Hacks – where I help you visit the city I love!
Now that we’ve introduced ourselves you’re surely asking yourselves how one can get around the city once you’ve arrived – so here’s my METRO MAP with all the info you’ll ever need:
Found yourself? OK, now it’s time to pick which DISCOUNT TRANSPORT CARD is best for you. I’ve prepared a little graph that’ll help you understand the differences between cards and how you’ll save a chunk of change 😉
The next thing you need to know is that Barcelona has over 8 million tourists a year and so THE LINES AT ATTRACTIONS ARE UNBEARABLE! But there’s a way to skip them… buying your tickets online:
If you don’t know where to head first I’ll leave you with some of the blog’s MOST USEFUL POSTS below. If you have ANY questions about anything I am here in the comment section of any post. Don’t be shy. WRITE ME.
Have a nice holiday 🙂
Sagrada Familia Church – Gaudi’s Breathtaking Basilica
Update 12/03/20: Sagrada Familia is closed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The situation will be monitored and reassessed at a later date. For any ticket purchase refunds please contact the addresses given at purchase. I've got constant updates in my group I'm Off to Barcelona. You'll ... Read More
10 Restaurants You’ll Find the Best Damn Paella in Barcelona
A simple rice dish said to have been made by servants with the leftovers from royal banquets in Moorish Spain, paella is easily Spain's most famous culinary export and tourists devour it by the pan. But don't pick up the fork just yet! There's a lot of pricey pre-made paella fleecing ... Read More
Find The Best Area to Stay in Barcelona (+ Star Guide)
If you don't know the best area to stay in Barcelona you're not alone. When I came to this city I had to live in about 5 or 6 of them before I even got my bearings. All these years later and I'm still not sure myself. Don't worry though. From drink districts to peaceful precincts and everything ... Read More
Barcelona Airport to City Centre (7 Ways Fast + Cheap)
There are six solid options from Barcelona airport to the city centre. For this reason many tourists arrive in the city in complete confusion, so let's clear things up a bit by breaking down the transfer choices and all their pros and cons. Remember - if you can't decide what to take then write me ... Read More
Magic Fountain Barcelona Times + Essential Visitor Info
Update 13/03/20: The Magic Fountain is closed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The initial closure is expected to last 15 days. For updates please check out my group I'm Off to Barcelona. Would you agree with me that €0.00 is the best price to pay while on holiday? Then I think we've ... Read More
Your Barcelona Card Savings Guide (+ 10% Discount)
You're trying to plan the best Barcelona holiday possible but where exactly does one start? Take some advice from the official Barcelona Tourism Office: the 85 attractions they've put together on the Barcelona Card will give great structure to your trip - and your wallet. Yes, they even throw ... Read More
Hop on Hop Off Barcelona: 10% Off Tickets + 2020 Guide
The Barcelona hop on hop off bus tour provides service to 44 stops and at least 87 attractions on three lines on just one ticket. Sounds pretty good on paper, doesn't it? It's even better if you plan your time properly and get the cheapest tickets on the market. Let me show you how to do this ... Read More
Barcelona Travel Guide from A-Z (+ Sage Budgeting 2020)
You've made a smart decision taking a holiday in Barcelona. But in a city of tourist traps you'll need info like a freshly minted mojito in the Spanish sun. What I'm about is local information. I've been here six years and this is the result: my Barcelona travel blog. If you have any questions ... Read More
Casa Batlló Tickets with Guru Advice Guide (New 2020)
Update 13/03/20: Casa Batllo is closed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The initial closure is expected to last 15 days. For updates please check out my group I'm Off to Barcelona. If you're like me you probably thought you saw the world's coolest house on MTV Cribs. Well, that was ... Read More
Barcelona Nightlife Guide: Clubs, Areas, and Tips
You'll probably agree with me that tourists don't come to Barcelona to go to bed early. They also don't come to get ripped off, screwed around, or stuck on an empty dance floor. Read my comprehensive Barcelona nightlife guide for the city's best clubs, drinking areas, night out habits, online ... Read More
3 Days in Barcelona: An Ideal Itinerary with Local Help
I think you’ll agree that having time for yourself is the reason you’re on holiday in the first place. So why spend hours and hours planning the thing? That’s why I’m here. In 10 minutes I’m going to show you the places to visit in Barcelona in 3 days from the main ... Read More
Park Guell Tickets and Visitor Information + Skip Lines
Update 13/03/20: Park Guell is closed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The initial closure is expected to last 15 days. For updates please check out my group I'm Off to Barcelona. I'm sure you'd agree that when a wealthy industrialist employs the world's greatest architect to construct ... Read More
Explore Casa Milà (La Pedrera) in One Glorious Guide
Update 13/03/20: La Pedrera is closed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The initial closure is expected to last 15 days. For updates please check out my group I'm Off to Barcelona. Future Barcelona visitor, what's the fourth best thing you've ever done? For Antoni Gaudi his fourth ... Read More