Barcelona is quickly becoming one of the most desired tourist destinations in the world. It boasts of world-class fashion, unrivaled beauty, sophisticated residents, delicious cuisine, and an array of cultural offerings for guests to enjoy. Like any city, there are more advantageous times to visit. When should you plan your trips to this beautiful and unique city?
There are several factors to consider when planning a trip to any city, including weather, crowds, cost, and events. Barcelona has a Mediterranean climate, which makes the weather generally mild and pleasant. It gets quite hot and humid in late summer and in fact July and August is when most tourists arrive in the city. If you prefer a cooler and less crowded Barcelona, plan to come in late spring. You will arrive before the summer heat and before the rush of tourists. While this is true, there are still events and excursions that will make your trip fun and exciting.
Winter is considered the “low season” and there are far fewer travelers in Barcelona. This is a perfect time to go if you don’t mind cooler temperatures, and the upside is that you’ll have to deal with much less dense crowds. Fall is much milder and crowds are still relatively light. You will find the best prices of the year, so it is a great time to shop, enjoy luxury accommodation and enjoy the wonderful fashion of Barcelona. Even in the dead of winter, you can find events and festivals, including the lively New Year’s Eve celebration.
According to Barcelona Review, autumn “is possibly the month to see Barcelona. It may be a bit beaten up by the summer heat and worn out by visitors looking for closed places in summer, but the city now takes on a new life.” And it’s exciting to be a part of that new life and vitality.
Depending on your preferences, you can find something nice to enjoy at each of Barcelona’s stations. It could be the lively Sant Jordi Festival in April, which brings free concerts, book stalls, and an abundance of roses (which men traditionally give to their wives or girlfriends). It could be the Sónar Music Festival in June, which features an eclectic and exciting mix of music from around the world. It could be Le Merc Festival, a celebration of Our Lady of Mercy that rivals New Orleans’ Mardi Gras. Whatever it is that draws you to the city, you can be sure that you will witness the extraordinary and unique identity of the city.