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Things to Do in Barcelona in August
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items Check out my top tips, best weather insights, and favorite things to do in Barcelona in August, so you can experience this awesome city like a local. All carefully curated and personally tried after years of living in the Catalan capital. Let’s explore Barcelona in August together, from the best beaches and coastal towns to the top attraction...
Find the best things to do in Barcelona in August, complete with my insider tips and FAQs.
Barcelona in August: 25 Best Things to Do, Weather & Tips
You can only buy tickets for Sagrada Familia online. In August, they sell put very quick. Use this link to secure yours!
Secure your Sagrada Familia tickets here
There are a ton of free things to enjoy in Barcelona in August. Check the best ones here:
25 Best Free Things to Do in Barcelona in 2025
Secure your Casa Batlló tickets via this link.
Get your Casa Batlló tickets in advance
Before packing for Barcelona in August, check the weather forcast 😎🏖️
The weather in Barcelona in August 2025
My recommended centrally-located hotel in Barcelona. Stay near the most iconic attractions in a gorgeous Modernist building with a rooftop pool & bar.
Catalonia Passeig de Gràcia 4* Sup - Barcelona
Join the best small-group guided tour from Barcelona to Andorra. Explore also a medieval town in Spain and a UNESCO village in France on one of the best day trips you can take in August.
From Barcelona: Guided Day Trip to Andorra, France, and Spain
August in Barcelona brings sunny days and the Mediterranean is perfet for a swim. You should add some beach time to your itinerary!
Swimming - Tourism of Barcelona
Here's how to spend 5 incredible days in Barcelona. Follow my ready-made Barcelona travel itinerary, crafted after living in the city for several years.
The Best Itinerary to Spending 5 Days in Barcelona in 2025
Having a good pair of sunglasses for your Barcelona summer trip is essential to protect your eyes from the strong Mediterranean sun 😎☀️
Don't forget your sunglasses for your August trip to Barcelona
A refillable water bottle is essential for travel. In Barcelona, you'll find water fountains scattered throughout the center and at the beaches. Save money on bottled water and avoid the overuse of plastic! 🚰🍶🌞
Stay hydrated while exploring Barcelona in the August heat
Barcelona in August means beach days, so pack your swimgear!
Get your swim gear for an awesome Barcelona trip in August
One of my favorite beach towns on the Costa Brava. Visit it from Barcelona in August for a fantastic beach day with a taste of history.
Tossa de Mar Day Trip from Barcelona: All You Need to Know
Explore two amazing beach towns, full of charm and history on my recommended day tour from Barcelona in August.
Join This Combo Day Trip to Tarragona and Sitges from Barcelona
Discover the best of Costa Brava in August. Here are the top 10 places to visit from Barcelona.
10 Best Places to Visit in Costa Brava, Spain + Tips & FAQs
Conquer the heat in Barcelona in August with a dip in some of the best rooftop pools in the city.
11 Best Rooftop Pools in Barcelona for a Luxury Dip in 2025
Just a 20-minute train ride away from Barcelona, you can explore a totally non-touristy beach and my favorite, totally authentic chiringuito (beach bar)!
Chiringuito Wayra at Platja d'Ocata
This beach is one of the few in Barcelona where you'll find more locals than tourists. Go in the morning and during the week for the best beach day in August!
Platja de la Mar Bella, a hidden Barcelona beach gem
Learning Spanish at the best language school Camino Barcelona is one of my all-time favorite cultural and travel experiences! It's the reason I fell in love with Barcelona and decided to live here.
Learn Spanish at Camino Barcelona Language School
This is my top recommendation for a flamenco show in Barcelona. Don't miss the unforgettable live performance! Tickets sell out quickly, so book in advance.
Experience the best Flamenco show in Barcelona
Learn where to cool off and relax in the summer heat in Barcelona!
Guide to the city's municipal swimming pools