Barcelona Gay and Lesbian Vacations
Barcelona
Your gay Barcelona vacation
A mirthful jumble of colorful culture, whimsical architecture, diverse cuisine and sizzling nightlife, Barcelona has endeared herself to visitors with a personality unique from any other European city. Throw in the year-round temperate weather, and the city is a constant gay-popular playground.
Featured Hotels
LGBT-welcoming Barcelona hotels
ME Barcelona
Axel Hotel Barcelona and Urban Spa
Renaissance Barcelona Hotel
The Mirror Barcelona
Hotel Murmuri Barcelona
Cram Hotel
Barcelo Raval
El Palauet Living Barcelona
Hotel Arts Barcelona
Best in Stay
LGBT Best in Stay Barcelona hotels
Axel Hotel Barcelona and Urban Spa
Barcelo Raval
W Barcelona
Hotel Murmuri Barcelona
Cram Hotel
ME Barcelona
Flights
| Departure | Arrival | Travel dates | Round-trip |
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| New York | Barcelona | Mon, Feb 11 - Tue, Feb 19 | $620 |
| Chicago | Barcelona | Tue, Feb 26 - Tue, Mar 12 | $719 |
| Los Angeles | Barcelona | Fri, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 10 | $802 |
| San Francisco | Barcelona | Mon, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 11 | $834 |
| Madrid | Barcelona | Sun, Feb 24 - Fri, Mar 1 | $156 |
| Newark | Barcelona | Tue, Feb 26 - Tue, Mar 12 | $612 |
| Boston | Barcelona | Tue, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 19 | $714 |
| Washington DC | Barcelona | Mon, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 4 | $703 |
| Miami | Barcelona | Wed, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 26 | $769 |
| London | Barcelona | Mon, Feb 25 - Thu, Feb 28 | $179 |
| Paris | Barcelona | Wed, Jan 16 - Wed, Jan 23 | $156 |
| Denver | Barcelona | Wed, Feb 20 - Tue, Mar 12 | $917 |
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Barcelona highlights
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Historic background
Influenced by Italian, French, Greek, Moorish and many other cultures, Barcelona is the capital of Spain's autonomous Catalonia region. It takes justifiable pride in its Catalan heritage, and the Catalan language is spoken as regularly as Spanish. Known to be the most cosmopolitan and progressive of Spain's cities, Barcelona is no stranger to diversity and has long embraced an attitude of tolerance and egalitarianism, especially toward its gay residents.
Gay Barcelona
While gay haunts can be found in most of the city's neighborhoods, the L'Eixample district plays host to much of the LGBT scene. Affectionately nicknamed "Gayxample," this barrio is also the hub of Barcelona's queer nightlife, with everything from dance clubs to leather parties to laid-back watering holes or even classical music bars.
Festivals and events
Just north of L'Eixample is the Gracia district, known for its week-long Festa Major, a huge block party taking place annually around August 15. Although each of Barcelona's different districts has its own celebration, the gay-flavored Festa Major de Gracia is one of the biggest and should not be missed.
Out and about
Other gay Barcelona travel highlights are the sparkling beaches and a day trip to Sitges, a very gay seaside resort town just 30 minutes away by train. Carnival in Sitges is the area's top gay event of the year -- the town comes alive with costumes and camp.
Insider tips for Barcelona gay travel
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Adjust your body clock
Most Barcelonans eat their main meal around 1:30 or 2:00 p.m., and then lighter fare around 10 p.m. And of course if you go out, don't plan on going to sleep until early the next morning!
Flash your card
Purchase a Barcelona Card that offers unlimited travel on public transportation and discounts at many museums and attractions. The card is available at Turisme de Barcelona offices in Placa de Catalunya and Placa Sant Jaume, as well as the Sants train station and the El Prat airport.
Hail like a local
If a taxi's green rooftop light is on, it's available. You can hail it in the street, but if you're within 200 yards of a taxi stand, the driver will ask you to get in line.