Barcelona Unpacked: Our top travel hacks, hidden gems and local tips for your city break

Barcelona is one of Europe’s most popular, and rewarding, short breaks. Here’s our insider guide to getting the most out of a visit...

La Sagrada Familia. Photo: Getty

Nicola Brady

There’s a reason Barcelona is one of the most popular city breaks in Europe. With striking architecture, charming open squares and tapas bars aplenty, it has all the ingredients for a perfect holiday.

It’s one of those cities that has something for everyone, whether you want to hop between art galleries, laze on the beach or sleep all day before partying all night.