Leisure & Culture

Barcelona is one of the most well-known tourist destinations in the world, but what does Barcelona mean for you? We look at the origin of the name 'Barcelona' and what it has meant and inspired in people throughout the years

Perfect for art enthusiasts and amateurs alike, the Fundació Joan Miró is an extraordinary art gallery containing the most extensive collection of work by the world-famous artist. This is all set in a carefully designed building, in the scenic hills of Montjuïc, overlooking Barcelona.

Barcelona is a hectic city, whether you live here or you’ve come to spend a few days. It’s always full of tourists, noisy and...

Bread talk in Barcelona is pretty crusty right now. Tourists only skimming the city’s bakeries will probably leave with a bitter taste in their mouth. Are you what the Catalans call a "Panarra", a full-fledged bread lover? We investigate and come up with the 5 top bakeries in Barcelona especially for you.

The hot, balmy Barcelona summer is our favourite time of the year, and we're always on the lookout for new ways to make the most of the warm weather. If you're after a place to chill out, kick back and sip some cooling Cava, check out these five particularly snazzy hotel terraces.

The Modernist Trail offers you an itinerary, allowing you to witness the master works of Modernist architecture which make up the splendour of Barcelona. If you wish to know more about this route, this article is for you…

Salvador Dali spent an important period of his formative years in the city of Barcelona; however, his links with the Catalan capital are not particularly well known. In our article we explore the influence of Barcelona on his artistic development and look at some interesting facts about this self-proclaimed genius.

Architecture and design junkies rejoice! Whatever your taste, from Antonio Gaudi to Zaha Hadid, Artchitectours have the perfect guided tours of the best Barcelona has to offer.

The Picasso Museum is one of Barcelona’s most visited tourist attractions. What were the links between the artist and the Catalan capital? What can you see here? Here you will find all the information...

Barcelona in winter is a fantastic city to visit. With its delicious foods and sweet treats, endless shopping opportunities, events, concerts and beautiful architecture, Barcelona is a great place to explore and is sure to brighten up your winter. Check out our guide for some winter highlights.