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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:

City map of Barcelona

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 three best barcelona discount pass options

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:

Skip attraction lines in Barcelona

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 🙂

Barcelona New Year’s Eve 2019-2020: Events and Tips

04/12/2019 By: Ash81 Comments

So you're planning a Barcelona New Year's Eve: an idea as sparkling as champagne. What could go wrong spending NYE in the temperate weather of one of Europe's biggest party cities? You're on the right track but here's some great things to do to make sure you don't get derailed. Here's how ... Read More

Barcelona Christmas 2019 – Visit Ideas, Markets, Tips

02/12/2019 By: Ash28 Comments

cagatio barcelona christmas ornaments

So you're planning a Barcelona Christmas. First of all - great choice! The Catalan capital has a lot to offer, not to mention a brief weather respite from the cold of most parts of English speaking countries. But how the heck can we plan the perfect holiday with the limited hours, massive ... Read More

Barcelona City Pass: Skip Lines VIP Style + Save 20%

27/01/2019 By: Ash548 Comments

a picture of all the attractions included or with a 20% discount using the online city pass barcelona discount card

I call it the 'Barcelona rookie mistake' and it happened to a friend of mine. After a magnificent June morning in the hills he had planned a pre-lunch proposal to his girlfriend on the iconic mosaic benches at Park Guell. They were told to come back at 7:00 pm. Don't do as he did - if you like to ... Read More

28 Things to Do in Barcelona Spain (+ Epic Local Tips)

20/01/2019 By: Ash31 Comments

gaudi's mosaic salamander at park guell barcelona

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

Find The Best Area to Stay in Barcelona (+ Star Guide)

12/01/2019 By: Ash246 Comments

the best area to stay in barcelona balconies

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 (6 Ways Fast + Cheap)

07/01/2019 By: Ash775 Comments

barcelona airport to city centre

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

Sagrada Familia Tickets (+ No Frills 2019 Guide)

02/01/2019 By: Ash277 Comments

the nativity façade of sagrada familia from across the pond at dusk in barcelona

Barcelona visitors can understand the power of Sagrada Familia by looking at one Tripadvisor snip: Yes, the most famous church in Barcelona will be the most beautiful you'll ever see. It's just a shame so many tourists go in blind. There are so many options with Sagrada Familia tickets that it ... Read More

Your Barcelona Card Savings Guide (+ 10% Discount)

29/12/2018 By: Ash167 Comments

aa barcelona card discount travel pass

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 Master Guide for 2019

21/12/2018 By: Ash121 Comments

the barcelona bus tour in front of la pedrera

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 2019)

15/12/2018 By: Ash37 Comments

a barcelona tourist guide over plaza espana

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 2019)

11/12/2018 By: Ash112 Comments

the brilliant blue interior stairwell at casa batllo barcelona

If you're like me you probably thought you saw the world's coolest house on MTV Cribs. Well, that was before your Barcelona holiday stop. Today more than 2000 tourists a day line up and pay for tickets to Antoni Gaudi's Casa Batllo - one of the most creatively designed houses in the ... Read More

Barcelona Nightlife Guide: Clubs, Areas, and Tips

08/12/2018 By: Ash61 Comments

barcelona nightlife dj spinning a disc

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 club ... Read More

3 Days in Barcelona: An Ideal Itinerary with Local Help

04/12/2018 By: Ash405 Comments

a woman looks through her barcelona in 3 days itinerary at sagrada familia

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

02/12/2018 By: Ash133 Comments

the view of the city and sea from the mosaic benches at park guell barcelona

I'm sure you'd agree that when a wealthy industrialist employs the world's greatest architect to construct paradise on earth it's going to end up in tourist gold. If you don't there's nearly 3 million paid tourists a year to back me up. Yes, getting Park Guell tickets is about as standard as ... Read More

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