The most well-known creation of Barcelona is probably their soccer club, but the metropolis has much more to offer. No matter what you like, there is something that will fit your taste. Hundreds of diverse shops, the beach, the bars, the restaurants, the architecture, or simply the flair of a Mediterranean city.
One of the most crowded places is the so-called “La Rambla”, which is a 1250 metre (0,77 mi) long street in the centre of the city. It starts close to the harbour, at the Columbus statue, and goes all the way up to the Place of Catalonia. With barely any traffic and large pedestrian areas there’s more than enough space for thousands of people. In its proximity there are dozens of museums, galleries, theatres, and bars for all kinds of products.
Barcelona is also home to a very liberal group of street performers, who can be found in every corner of Barcelona, even in the hallways of the metro and narrow alleys away from mass tourism. Their skills are by no means limited to a certain genre, so you can find everything from pop over heavy metal to folklore.
As always, there are always downsides, and I feel obligated to report of that as well. Namely, the city has a problem with thieves and illegal prostitution. But you should be fine if you take care of your belongings and don’t have too much money with you.
To conclude: Barcelona is a very diverse city with lots of opportunity to entertain yourself. During the few days that I spent there in September 2016 I saw a lot of things I had never even heard of before, and I would go there again in a heartbeat.
--- Katie