Trip planning Updated 19 October 2026
Barcelona on a Budget: Costs and Money Tips
What a trip to Barcelona really costs, from hotels and food to sights and transport, plus honest ways to save without missing the good stuff.
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Practical & tips Updated 18 October 2026
Travel Insurance for Barcelona and Spain
Do you need travel insurance for Barcelona? What private medical care costs in Spain, how theft claims work in a pickpocketing hotspot, and what to check.
Practical & tips Updated 16 October 2026
Emergency Numbers in Barcelona: The Guide You Hopefully Never Need
Every number and address that matters if something goes wrong in Barcelona: 112, police, hospitals, 24-hour pharmacies, reporting theft and your embassy.
Practical & tips Updated 16 October 2026
Getting Around Barcelona: Metro, Tickets and the Airport
How to get around Barcelona without overpaying: which transit ticket to buy, how the metro works, getting in from the airport, and when to just walk.
Practical & tips Updated 16 October 2026
Barcelona and Spain Visa and Entry Guide
Do you need a visa for Barcelona? Schengen rules by nationality, the 90/180 day count, the EES border system and where ETIAS stands today.
Day trips Updated 16 October 2026
Montserrat or Costa Brava: Which Day Trip from Barcelona
One free day outside Barcelona: the mountain monastery of Montserrat or the coves and medieval towns of the Costa Brava? Costs and a clear verdict.
Practical & tips Updated 8 July 2026
Getting from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to the City: Every Option Compared
Aerobus, R2 Nord train, Metro L9 Sud or a taxi? Every way from Barcelona El Prat airport to the city center compared on price, speed and luggage.
Trip planning Updated 22 May 2026
Barcelona Weather by Month: When to Go and What to Expect
Barcelona weather month by month: temperatures, rain, sea warmth, crowds and festivals, plus the best time to visit for beaches, sightseeing or budget.
Trip planning Updated 12 May 2026
Barcelona or Madrid: Which to Visit
Beach and Gaudí or the Prado and late nights? An honest comparison of Barcelona and Madrid on sights, food, nightlife, day trips and cost, with a verdict.