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Girl waiting for the train in Barceloneta station
Every time we hop on or off the metro, we see names that feel familiar, but hide industrial pasts, vanished streams, and unique characters from Catalan history. Today we explain who chooses them and explore 10 of the most curious ones. Hola Barcelona takes you there!
A sunny day on La Rambla—the perfect backdrop for free plans in Barcelona this April.
April is hands down one of the best months to visit Barcelona. Spring is in full bloom, the days are getting longer, and the city’s streets come alive with unique cultural events. If you’re looking for things to do in Barcelona this April on a budget, we’ve rounded up the very best free plans for you. Hola Barcelona takes you there!
A narrow street in the Gothic Quarter with the cathedral in the background.
This year, Barcelona takes center stage as the global hub for design and urban planning. Named the UNESCO World Capital of Architecture 2026, the city is buzzing with a packed schedule of exhibitions, guided tours, and workshops. We’ve curated the best highlights for you—and most importantly, the easiest way to get there. Hola Barcelona takes you there!
An elderly man preparing a calçotada in Barcelona, placing calçots over the flames of a barbecue.
Barcelona is a city to experience with all five senses. And when the end of winter arrives, a distinctive aroma begins to fill the outdoor spaces: the smell of glowing embers preparing a traditional calçotada in Barcelona. If you want to enjoy this beloved Catalan tradition without worrying about transport, Hola Barcelona takes you there!
Devils dancing and leaping through the sparks during a traditional correfoc celebration 🔥
Candy flying through the air, fire-breathing beasts, giants dancing through medieval streets… If you're wondering what to do in Barcelona in March, here are three one-of-a-kind festivals that will truly leave you speechless. Hola Barcelona takes you there!
Photo of the start of the Taronjada party from the Carnival of Barcelona. Photo: Pep Herrero / Ajuntament de Barcelona
The party, colors and music return to celebrate the Carnival in Barcelona 2026, one of the most beloved festivals for adults and children. The city fills with parades, costumes, and traditions. Hola Barcelona takes you there!
Experience a Special New Year’s Eve in Barcelona
Fireworks, music, traditions and unique plans: say goodbye to the year and welcome the New Year in a city full of life. Hola Barcelona takes you there!
The Sagrada Família at Night: All the Special Light Displays That Make It Shine
Much more than a temple: the Sagrada Família transforms through special lighting displays that connect architecture, symbolism and emotion. Discover when and why it lights up in a truly unique way. Hola Barcelona takes you there!
Experience a Unique Castanyada in Barcelona
The aromas of autumn, freshly roasted chestnuts, and strolls with spectacular views — discover ways to enjoy a different, truly local Castanyada. Hola Barcelona takes you there!
Barcelona for science lovers
Discover the most scientific side of Barcelona: museums, experiments, and secrets you didn’t know! From the universe to the depths of the sea, through nature and architecture — we bring you unique experiences to explore science in all its forms. Discover it — Hola Barcelona takes you there!