Barcelona

The best time to visit Barcelona is during the spring (April to June) or autumn (September to early November). The weather is pleasantly warm, typically ranging from 17°C to 25°C, perfect for exploring the city's attractions like the Sagrada Família and Park Güell or enjoying the beach without the summer crowds. Spring ushers in the city's vibrant festival season, with highlights like La Feria de Abril de Catalunya, a lively Andalusian fair, and the Sant Jordi Festival in April, celebrating books and roses. In autumn, the La Mercè Festival in late September steals the spotlight with parades, concerts, and fireworks.

- Is Barcelona a safe city? Yes. Although Barcelona is a big city – the second-largest in Spain and a top tourist destination in the country – it is still considered a fairly safe place for tourists. However, as with most popular tourist destinations, such as Paris, pickpockets and bag thieves are the biggest concerns here. So be careful when walking around and taking pictures near major tourist attractions, such as La Rambla, Plaça Catalunya, and La Sagrada Familia. - What is Barcelona famous for? Barcelona is famous for its remarkable architecture, gold-sand beaches, vibrant nightlife, world-class cuisine, and, of course, its local football team, commonly known as Barça. - Is Barcelona expensive? Yes, Barcelona is quite expensive to visit but still more affordable when compared to other European destinations, such as Paris, London, and Rome. - How many days do you need for Barcelona? First-time travellers should try and plan around 4-5 days – enough time to visit the city's main attractions, explore its characterful neighbourhoods and still have time to kick back and relax at the beach.

Taxis in Barcelona are easy to find and can be hailed on the street or picked up at designated taxi ranks throughout the city. The iconic yellow and black taxis are a familiar sight and are equipped with a meter, so fares are regulated. In addition to traditional taxis, ride-sharing apps like Cabify, Bolt, and Uber operate in the city, offering a convenient alternative to taxis.

In Barcelona, post offices (Correos) typically operate from 8:30am to 2:30pm, Monday to Friday, though some branches extend their hours and open on Saturday mornings. The main post office, Correos Central, located in the Plaça d’Antonio López near Via Laietana, offers longer opening hours, often from 8:30am to 8:30pm on weekdays. This central location makes it convenient for travellers. Post offices in Barcelona provide a range of services, including sending letters and parcels domestically and internationally, purchasing stamps, and using express mail services like Correos Exprés. They also offer packaging materials and prepaid envelopes, currency exchange services, and bill payments. For quick and simple transactions, yellow mailboxes on the streets are available for posting letters.