Jubilee 2025: A Unique Rome
What better time to visit Rome than in 2025? Since 1300, every 25 years the Great Jubilee has been celebrated. This Catholic event, which runs throughout the year, has a historic significance of restoring the right relationship with God, others, and creation. The theme of Jubilee 2025, “Pilgrims of Hope,” declared by Pope Francis, is…
Barcelona Hop-on Hop-off Bus: Options and Our Top Pick
Discover the best Hop-on, Hop-off bus options in Barcelona and our favorite choice In recent years, Hop-on, Hop-off buses have become one of the most popular ways to explore cities, and Barcelona is no exception. This type of sightseeing bus offers a comfortable and convenient way to visit a city’s main attractions, allowing you to…
5 Top Attractions in Seville
Top Attractions in Seville: our curated list Welcome to Seville, a city that breathes with the echoes of history, dances to the rhythm of flamenco, and unfolds its charms around every corner. Found in the heart of Andalusia, Seville isn’t just a city; it’s a living, breathing testament of centuries past and vibrant modernity. As…
5 Tips to Visit the Colosseum in Rome
Visit the Colosseum in Rome: tips and deals to have a good experience The Colosseum in Rome is one of those monuments that we all have had in our checklist since we were kids. This milestone of civilization has stood its ground for two thousand years, impressing first the population of ancient Rome, now visitors…
New in Barcelona: Torre Glories Observation Deck
Enjoy the best views of Barcelona at Torre Glories Observation Deck Did you know that, according to locals, the most beautiful version of Barcelona appears when you stare at it from above? If you arrive by plane and have a window sit, you can appreciate the city’s unique location surrounded by the Mediterranean sea…
Best Barcelona Pass: Top 5
In this post: Top 5 Barcelona Pass: Tips to Choose your Barcelona City Card Intro: What is a City Card and why should you get one for your trip Barcelona Card: a combination of transportation and museums Tiqets Barcelona Pass: access to top attractions and city audioguide Barcelona Panda Pass: Top Attractions, Flamenco, and Hop-on…
Best Barcelona Museums: Top 5
What you’ll find in this post: Barcelona Museums: Top 5 Art Museums in Barcelona 1. Picasso Museum Barcelona 2. Joan Miró Museum Barcelona 3. Dalí Museum in Figueres 4. MOCO Museum Barcelona 5. Wax Museum Barcelona Other Barcelona Museums Book skip-the-line tickets for these museums! Barcelona Museums: Top 5 Art Museums in Barcelona If…
Tips to Visit La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona
Visit La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona: explore Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece If there is one thing in Barcelona that you should absolutely not miss, that is the Sagrada Familia. With 5 million visitors a year, Gaudí’s unfinished dream is the most visited place in Spain. And you’ll know why when you visit it! The moment…
Travel by train from Barcelona
Get to know more cities in Catalunya Supposedly, many people have a dream to get to go Barcelona, known as Gaudi city. Today, we will introduce some tips to travel more cities located near Barcelona. As we focused on train trip which is one of the most popular public transports, you are capable to open…
Madrid in two days: the perfect plan
Madrid in two days: discover the capital of Spain in 48 hours Madrid is one of the hippest and trendiest destinations in Europe, and once you visit it, you’ll know why! Spain’s capital is one of those cities that never sleeps. No matter the time of the day, the madrileños always have something to do…
Good Tips to Visit Park Güell
Visit Park Güell in Barcelona: explore Gaudí’s fairy-tale park If there is one thing in Barcelona that can rival the Sagrada Família, that is Park Güell. With 3.2 million visitors a year, Gaudí’s fairy-tale park is one of the most visited places in Spain, and you’ll know why when you visit it! The moment you…
Barcelona in 2 days: the perfect plan
Barcelona in 2 days: the perfect 48 hours in Barcelona Book a Free Tour of Barcelona! Barcelona is one of the most popular destinations in Europe, and once you visit it, you’ll know why! There is so much to see and so much to do, that visiting Barcelona in 2 days may be a bit…
Madrid in one day: the perfect plan
Madrid in one day: discover the capital of Spain in 24 hours Madrid is one of the hippest and trendiest destinations in Europe, and once you visit it, you’ll know why! Spain’s capital is one of those cities that never sleeps. No matter the time of the day, the madrileños always have something to do…
Barcelona in one day: the perfect plan
Barcelona in one day: discover the city of Gaudí in 24 hours Barcelona is one of the most popular destinations in Europe, and once you visit it, you’ll know why! There is so much to see and so much to do, that visiting Barcelona in one day is a big challenge. Just as a quick…
Hotels in Barcelona: 15 unforgettable places to sleep
Hotels in Barcelona: 15 options to sleep in the city for every budget Book a Free Tour of Barcelona! Have you decided yet in which of the neighborhoods of Barcelona you’re going to stay? If not, we recommend you to take a look at our post about where to stay in Barcelona. And if you’ve…
Where to Stay in Barcelona: 4 amazing neighborhoods
Where to stay in Barcelona: best neighborhoods to explore the city Finding the right accommodation in a city is a very important factor that will determine your travel experience. When we look for the right hotel or apartment, location is an essential piece of the puzzle. But apart from a central location, you need to…
Tarragona from Barcelona: Food, Nature & Fun
Tarragona from Barcelona: Explore the Incredible South of Catalonia Although Barcelona and the northern province of Girona are the most popular destinations in Catalonia, it’s a good idea to look South as well. The southern province of Catalonia is Tarragona, and it’s full of surprises waiting for you to discover. In this beautiful piece of…
Montserrat from Barcelona: How to Plan your Trip
Montserrat from Barcelona: tips to discover the Montserrat Mountain on a day trip Book a Free Tour of Barcelona! If you’re travelling to Barcelona by plane, make sure to book a window! While you look through the glass, under the flurry clouds a majestic silhouette will appear. Like a giant stone saw, the mountain of…
Shopping in Barcelona: Discover Unique Souvenirs
Shopping in Barcelona: discover the best souvenirs at unique shops Book a Free Tour of Barcelona Did you know that the word souvenir means “to remember” in French? The souvenirs are called like that because they are the things that remind us of our trips. They are physical memories that we take back home to…
Day Trips from Barcelona: Excursions Near the City
Day trips from Barcelona: Discover Nature and Culture near the Catalan Capital Book a Free Tour of Barcelona! If you’re going to spend some days in Barcelona, it’s a very good idea to take a day to discover the landscapes of Catalonia. Located in the north-east tip of Spain, Catalonia is one of the most…
Weather in Spain: when is the best time to travel?
Weather in Spain: what is the best season to travel to Spain? With an average yearly temperature of 20ºC, Spain is famous for having one of the most pleasant climates in the world. Still, temperatures and weather change a lot from region to region. If you’re planning a trip to Spain, it’s important to check…
Why Visit Barcelona: The City After the Pandemic
Why visit Barcelona after the coronavirus pandemic? Some reasons to travel again. Some months ago, Barcelona was a city that attracted millions of travellers every year. People from all over the world chose Barcelona because of its unique architecture, first-class heritage, wonderful weather, and excellent gastronomy. Visitors from the five continents wanted to visit the…
Top attractions in Spain: 10 places you can’t miss
Top attractions in Spain: 10 spots to keep you dreaming about your trip to Spain Did you know that Spain is the third country in the world with a higher number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites? With such an impressive heritage, it may be difficult to decide where to go and what places you should…
Toledo from Madrid: what to do and how to get there
Toledo from Madrid: tips to discover Spain’s old capital Thanks to a strategic position in the center of Spain, Madrid is an ideal base to discover some of the country’s most beautiful cities. Without a doubt, one of them is Toledo, Spain’s old capital! In this week’s post, The Touring Pandas have collected a series…
Segovia from Madrid: how to go and what to visit
Segovia from Madrid: tips to discover the city in one day There are many places that you can visit in one day from the Spanish capital. But if there is one that you can’t miss, that is Segovia! The Aqueduct, the Alcázar and the Cathedral of Segovia are imposing monuments that give this city a…
Day trips from Madrid: 6 cities to discover in one day
Day trips from Madrid: 6 cities you can visit in one day from Spain’s capital Right in the center of Spain, Madrid is the perfect place to discover some amazing cities in a day trip. Our country has an efficient network of railways that makes travelling by train easy and affordable. And Madrid is the…
Museums in Madrid: masterpieces of Spanish Art
Our top 5 of Spanish Art masterpieces that you’ll find in the most important museums in Madrid The city of Madrid boasts some of the most important museums in Europe: the Prado Museum, the Reina Sofía Museum, and the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. In fact, these three meccas of art are connected by a promenade called the…
Sant Jordi in Barcelona: Roses against Covid-19
The day of Sant Jordi in Barcelona: books (no guns) & roses! Sant Jordi in Barcelona is one of the most beautiful days to visit the city. It is a big tradition and one of the most respected by the Catalan people. On the 23rd of April, the streets of Barcelona fill up with stands…
Coronavirus in Spain: the Spanish Quarantine
A cheerful country in difficult times: how is life during the crisis of Coronavirus in Spain It seems now a decade since we welcomed the New Year in Spain. We were all looking forward to starting a new year, and a new decade, with the year 2020. It’s been only 4 months since then, but…
Best things to do in Madrid
Madrid is one of the most diverse and cosmopolitan cities in Europe. The Spanish capital is a very cool destination where you can visit great museums, parks, historical buildings and eat like a king. Discover in this post the best things to do in Madrid! We advise you to stay at least 3 days in…
How to Get from Barcelona Airport to City Center
How to get from El Prat airport to the city center of Barcelona Book a Free Tour of Barcelona! Congrats! You’re in Barcelona! You’re probably jet-lagged after a long flight. But you still need to make your way through immigration and baggage pick-up. And you’ll face one of the most common challenges when you arrive:…
Walking Tours in Barcelona – Small Groups
Introducing the Panda Style: our small group walking tours in Barcelona If you’ve landed on this site, it’s probably because you were looking for walking tours in Barcelona for the great trip that you are now preparing. So, congrats! You’ve found what you’ve been looking for! At The Touring Pandas, we’ve created the Panda Style…