Category: Tourism

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Locals support new square near Sagrada Família but worry about tourist benefits

27-03-2025
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The plan to transform a section of Carrer de la Marina into a square near Sagrada…

Crime News Popular Regulations Tourism

Barcelona fails to fine 307 tourist group violations in 2024 due to enforcement loopholes

20-03-2025
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Barcelona City Council attributes the lack of fines for 307 violations of group size limits in…

Accommodation Economy News Popular Tourism

Barcelona hotel occupancy drops for eighth straight month, down 5.5% in February

20-03-2025
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Hotel occupancy rates in Barcelona have been declining for eight consecutive months, with a 5.5% drop…

Economy Events News Popular Tourism

Boqueria Market marks 185 years with record 23M visitors, mostly tourists

19-03-2025
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The Boqueria Market in Barcelona celebrated its 185th anniversary with over 23 million visitors in 2023,…

Infrastructure News Regulations Tourism

Barcelona launches Zona Bus 4.0 to monitor tourist buses and prevent congestion

19-03-2025
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Barcelona City Council is implementing the Zona Bus 4.0 project to monitor tourist buses in real…

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Airbnb demands Barcelona extend tourist restrictions to hotels, not just apartments

19-03-2025
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Airbnb has asked the Barcelona City Council and the Government of Catalonia to include hotel offerings…

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Barcelona hotels fear tourist tax hike could hit €15 per night

28-02-2025
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Barcelona's proposed increase in tourist tax has caused backlash from hoteliers, who fear it could double…

Economy News Regulations Tourism

Catalan government approves debt write-off and doubles tourist tax

26-02-2025
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The Catalan government is moving forward with agreements made with coalition partners, including approving a debt…

Environment Infrastructure News Tourism

Barcelona’s Marina Village deteriorates as abandoned area fills with trash

22-02-2025
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The Marina Village area near Port Olímpic in Barcelona is in a state of disrepair, with…

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Barcelona tackles overtourism in Park Güell with new visitor regulations

20-02-2025
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Barcelona City Council aims to manage tourism impact around Park Güell, balancing local and tourist use.