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Searching for romantic issues to do in Barcelona, Spain?

It is a visitor submit by Tendelle of Journey a la Tendelle.

Barcelona has bought to be one of many most romantic cities in Europe, if not the entire world.  It’s additionally one of many most stunning locations in Spain. The place to start? I may discuss its dim, winding streets within the previous quarters. Or I may gush in regards to the beautiful panoramic views to the ocean from the numerous vantage factors within the metropolis.

And let’s not neglect the wonderful gastronomy that by no means fails to disappoint, even for probably the most die-hard foodies. You possibly can’t go improper with Barcelona as a romantic getaway – your time in Barcelona with a particular somebody shall be one to recollect. These 7 romantic issues to do in Barcelona will jump-start your planning.

Day Journey to a Catalan Vineyard

Catalunya is residence to many wine areas that produce wonderful pink and white wine, in addition to the Catalan glowing wine, cava. Many of those wineries are on the hills adjoining to the ocean, alongside the coast of Catalunya. From the vineyards, you’ll be able to typically get an ideal view of the ocean. What’s extra romantic than studying about wine manufacturing, tasting some high quality wine, then having a picnic among the many vineyards with views to the ocean?

Take a look at extra Barcelona day journeys right here. Or, planning on a multiday journey? This 5-day Barcelona itinerary will assist, or this Spain by practice itinerary will enable you create an unimaginable journey all through the nation.

If you’re again in Barcelona, check out this spot serving Catalan delicacies. 

For an ideal half day or full day journey, Alella is a wine area that’s a straightforward day journey from Barcelona, solely 25 minutes by automotive or 1 hour by practice and bus. On the esteemed vineyard Alta Alella, you’ll be able to take a vineyard tour with wine tasting. On the neighboring vineyard Bouquet d’Alella, you’ll be able to actually have a picnic among the many vines!

[Another great day trip is to Montserrat. This guide to a day trip to Montserrat from Barcelona offers tips for going by train.]

Font Mágica de Montjuic

Though the Magical Fountain of Montjuic can seem to be a little bit of a cliché and brimming with vacationers, (very similar to the well-known websites of the thrilling Gracia neighborhood) it’s undeniably probably the most romantic locations in Barcelona. Dare I even say, “magical”?

With the beautiful backdrop of the Palau Nacional, the large fountain in entrance of the Montjuic mountain has a lightweight and music present each Thursday-Saturday, and extra ceaselessly in the summertime (schedule right here). The synchronization of music (all the time the classics), gentle, and water will depart you in awe. Stand too near the fountain you’ll even get moist – there’s nothing like sneaking a kiss in “the rain” to show the romance up a notch.

Lose Your self in El Born & Barrio Gotico

El Born and Barrio Gótico, within the medieval part of town, are probably probably the most romantic quarters of Barcelona. They’re residence to slim, winding streets filled with tapas eating places and bars, every with its personal aptitude.

By evening, lots of the well-known buildings are additionally illuminated by gentle at evening, such because the Catedral de Barcelona and Palau de la Música Catalana, including to the thriller and romance of the previous city.

Discover these quarters, then sit down for some sangria or wine on an out of doors terrace. Snuggle up, feed one another some tapas, and whisper candy nothings into every others’ ears.

Antic Teatre

Tucked away in El Born, the Antic Teatre is simply because it sounds, an “previous theater”. Until you’re within the know, you wouldn’t search for what’s hidden behind the doorways of the theater. Shaded by lush vegetation, it is without doubt one of the nicest indoor terraces in Barcelona.

The bar of Antic Teatre is romantic each for a pleasant morning espresso or a night drink after strolling across the metropolis all day. True to its title, it’s additionally a cultural heart so you’ll be able to see theatrical performances right here (though most packages shall be in Catalan or Spanish).

PS: Heading to Madrid subsequent? Right here’s an ideal checklist of issues to do there.

Ohla Resort Rooftop Bar

The Rooftop Bar at Ohla Resort is palms down probably the most romantic rooftop bar in Barcelona. Proper within the coronary heart of Barrio Gótico, lovebirds can sit dealing with the view of Gothic structure rooftops whereas sipping cocktails. There’s even a rooftop pool for people who want to take a dip.

Go at nightfall and watch the sky flip colours because the solar goes down. This might be excellent for summertime in Barcelona…or every other time of 12 months. 

Photograph supply: Gary Ullah, Flickr Inventive Commons

Go to the Seashore at 4am

When the climate is good, the seashores of Barcelona are normally crowded with vacationers through the day. However at evening, the seashore gives a uncommon respite from the hoardes of vacationers within the metropolis. Should you’re the partying kind, you’ll be able to dance the evening away on the beachside golf equipment like Opium Mar, CDLC, Pacha.

After a giant evening out, you’ll be able to stumble out onto the seashores conveniently positioned proper exterior the golf equipment and cuddle together with your honey on the seashore. Perambulating distributors, aka the “cerveza beer” guys. Cerveza is Spanish for beer and these distributors are in enterprise on the seashore in any respect hours of the day. They’ll come give you beer for a euro, however after they see canoodling {couples} the script barely adjustments to “Cerveza beer, cerveza beer… Condom?”

Hike to Tibidabo

These which have been to Barcelona would possibly surprise what’s the massive white church up there on the tallest mountain. When illuminated up at evening, it seems a bit just like the Disney citadel! That actually, isn’t solely the church, Temple Expiatori del Sagrat Cor, however it additionally marks the placement of the Tibidabo amusement park.

You possibly can go immediately up the mountain and amusement park by public transportation, or for the lively couple, you’ll be able to hike up there from Parc Guell (Vallcara Metro Station), climbing 4 kilometers. As soon as up the mountain, you’ll be able to spend the afternoon having fun with one of the best views of town and bond over the adrenaline rush from the rides!

Additional Cultural Tip: Sant Jordi

Sant Jordi is the Catalan model of Valentines Day. And for my part, it’s extra romantic than Valentines Day!

Sant Jordi falls on April 23rd yearly, and it has very romantic custom: the boys give a rose to the ladies, and the ladies offers the boys a ebook. Love is within the air not just for the {couples}, however everywhere in the metropolis; on this present day, Barcelona is stuffed with road stalls promoting flowers and books wherever you go. What a good looking, literary vacation!

In regards to the Creator: Tendelle is an American expat whose love affair with Barcelona started 10 years in the past, and who’s drawn to return to town repeatedly. She was most just lately in Barcelona doing a Grasp’s diploma in Tourism Administration and dealing for a gastronomic tourism startup. In her spare time, she works on her weblog, Journey à la Tendelle, which paperwork her different ardour, competition & nightlife tourism.

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