Like a Local: 20 Unique Shops in Barcelona
The Catalan city is an enclave of originality. Boutiques are hives of independent labels and designers, showcasing fresh fashion, original souvenirs and authentic flavours of…
By travelmag · Jan 30, 2026
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Roman ruins, an Olympic stadium, Barcelona F.C.’s Nou Camp home, Gaudi’s flowing architecture, a beach, surrounding hills, world class shopping and more Michelin-starred restaurants than any other Spanish city; Barcelona genuinely has something to satisfy every travel sensibility. The Sagrada Familia is undoubtedly one of the world’s most unique sights.
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The Catalan city is an enclave of originality. Boutiques are hives of independent labels and designers, showcasing fresh fashion, original souvenirs and authentic flavours of…
By travelmag · Jan 30, 2026
Destinations: Barcelona
Thousands of students flock to Barcelona every year for its renowned academic institutions, affordable lifestyle, rich culture and…
By Paul Joseph · Mar 13
Destinations: Barcelona
With almost year-round sun, there’s rarely an inopportune time to avail yourself of a refreshing swimming pool in…
By Paul Joseph · Sep 13
Destinations: Barcelona
Freelance creatives are easy to find in Barcelona – and one of the best places to spot them…
By Roisin · Jun 19
Destinations: Barcelona
One of the most iconic football clubs on the planet, watching Barcelona play is the holy grail for…
By Paul Joseph · Aug 7
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El Prat Airport (BCN), located 20km south of central Barcelona, is both the largest and busiest airport in…
By Scott Dylan · Jul 12
Destinations: Barcelona
In the Catalan capital you’ll find decades-old izakaya side-by-side with brave new fusion eateries, where the best traditional…
By rachaelp · Nov 22
Destinations: Barcelona
Few destinations in the world boast so many simultaneously appealing qualities as Barcelona, the cosmopolitan capital of Spain’s…
By Paul Joseph · May 7
Destinations: Barcelona
A culture with food at its heart located in the perfect climate for growing seasonal produce, there is…
By Roisin · Apr 14
Destinations: Barcelona
Escaping from the crowded streets of Barcelona, Sitges is an intimate retreat from city life. Nestled south along the…
By Roisin · Feb 4