Discover Barcelona like a local: cultural immersion through food and tradition
Visiting Barcelona is not only about strolling through its streets or admiring Modernist architecture. The city is also lived and experienced around the table and through the small daily habits that shape the life of its people. Want to discover it? Hola Barcelona takes you there!
Family getaways in Baix Llobregat: nature and modernism just a step away from Barcelona
Discover everything that Baix Llobregat has to offer: nature, history, modernism and activities for the whole family. Ready to go? Hola Barcelona takes you there!
Historical memory and air-raid shelters of Barcelona
Barcelona hides, underground, the scars of a war. Discover the air-raid shelters that still preserve the memory of a city that resisted under the bombs.
Beyond the City Center: Discover Barcelona’s Hidden Neighborhoods
Barcelona is much more than just the city center. Yes, Las Ramblas, the Sagrada Família, and the Gothic Quarter are stunning… but what lies beyond? If you want to explore the city's most authentic and surprising side, we invite you to discover neighborhoods that often go unnoticed. Hola Barcelona takes you there! H ola takes you there!
Experience the Costa Brava with the new Catalunya Bus Turístic route
Summer invites you to pack your bags and escape to charming corners of the world. How about a day of Mediterranean breeze, postcard-worthy landscapes, and living history this August? The new Catalunya Bus Turístic route takes you to Tossa de Mar , one of the most authentic gems of the Costa Brava , perfect for a one-day getaway from Barcelona. Hola Barcelona takes you there!
Discover the Most Popular Summer Festivals in Barcelona
When summer arrives, Barcelona’s neighbourhoods transform: the streets are decorated, the squares fill with music, and local life bursts outdoors to celebrate what is arguably the city’s most vibrant and beloved tradition — the festa majo r . Want to discover them? Hola Barcelona takes you there !
Things to do in Barcelona on a rainy day
Although summer usually means sunshine and heat, sometimes the sky surprises us with a grey, rainy day. But don’t let that stop you! Barcelona still has so much to offer when it rains. Want to discover it? Hola Barcelona takes you there!
Traveling with your pet? Pet-friendly places and beaches to visit
Do you know that feeling when you want to go on a getaway but don’t want to leave your pet at home? Worried about finding places where everyone—humans and animals—is welcome? We’ve got you covered: Barcelona and its surroundings are full of spaces and beaches to enjoy together. Hola Barcelona takes you there!
Discover AMBici’s new flexible pass
Can you imagine using the AMBici shared bike service only on the days you need it—no commitments, no automatic renewals? Now you can, thanks to the new flexible pass , designed for those who want to enjoy the service occasionally or test it before opting for the annual pass.
Summer Gastronomy: Eat Like a Local!
When the heat arrives in Barcelona, flavors transform too. Catalan cuisine adapts to the climate and offers us fresh, light, and colorful dishes—perfect for taking a break between swims, strolls, or cultural visits. If you want to “eat like a local” this summer, take note of these typical dishes you’ll find in many homes, bars, and restaurants across the city. Hola Barcelona takes you there!