Barcelona travel tips
What it costs, how to get around and how to stay safe in Barcelona, written for first-time visitors. Details such as prices and ticket rules change, so check official sources before you travel.
- Cost level
- Expensive
- Currency
- Euro (€).
- Emergency
- 112 for all emergencies; police 091 (national) or 092 (local), ambulance 061.
Budget & costs
Barcelona on a budget: what it costs and where to save
Barcelona is moderate on food and drink and expensive for hotels, especially in summer.
ReadGetting around
Getting around Barcelona: airport transfers, tickets and tips
The metro is fast, clean and covers every major sight; buses and trams fill the gaps.
ReadSafety & scams
Is Barcelona safe? Scams, areas and what to know
Barcelona is a safe city for violent crime but one of Europe's worst for pickpocketing.
ReadBest time to visit
Best time to visit Barcelona: month-by-month guide
May to June and September to October give warm sea, long days and manageable crowds.
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