Barcelona can be enjoyed any month of the year, but June, July and August are the best months to make the most of it. In this guide we compile the best summer plans in Barcelona so you don’t miss anything.
Ice cream parlors in Barcelona
Ice cream is always tempting, but with the arrival of good weather, even more so. In Barcelona, the quality of ice cream has improved enormously, and now the offer is varied, high quality and artisan.
Dog-friendly beaches
The heat affects us all. And when we say everyone, we don’t just mean people, but also our dogs. That’s why our furry friends appreciate as much as we do a refreshing swim at the beach to help them beat the heat.
Restaurants for the summer
To visit a new bar or terrace in Barcelona, we often rely on comments from friends, family or online reviews. However, we rarely have the opportunity to receive direct recommendations from elite chefs who work in the city and who recommend their must-visits for this summer.
Activities in museums in Barcelona
The city’s museums will offer a program with more than 200 cultural activities this summer 2024.
Climatic shelters
This summer, the City Council is once again activating an extensive network of more than 350 weather shelters that will help citizens to find shelter nearby.
Best coves
This list of the best coves on the Costa Brava will help you dream of the vacations that, in the end, are always coming.
Campsites in Barcelona
Some head to the airport to explore unknown countries, others head to the family home, and most are looking for a place to relax during the vacations. Camping is always a guarantee of the latter, and in Barcelona there are several highly rated campsites.
Kayaking
Kayaking is one of the best ways to enjoy the water in summer. In Catalonia, land of mountains, sea and adventure, there are numerous places to practice this sport.
Summer swimming pools
We tell you everything, such as schedules and rates, of the municipal pools so you can go to cool off and escape the heat this summer.
Water parks
If you’re looking to escape the heat and have fun like a kid at a water park near Barcelona, here’s a selection of our eight favorite water parks.
Festivals in Barcelona
Some of the best national festivals are in Barcelona, but there’s also life beyond for a weekend getaway.
Summer cinemas
In summer, the city is full of outdoor cinemas, and we show you all the ones in the city to see the latest releases “a la fresca”.
Family plans and festivals
In these two articles of family plans and festivals we have compiled more than a dozen activities to do with children in Barcelona during the summer months.