Barcelona, welcoming by nature

Barcelona is a city with a wealth of experience in hosting big events. From mega concerts by big names from Spain and around the world to trade fairs, congresses and major sporting competitions, the Catalan capital has amply proven its organisational skills time and time again.

Barcelona's open, cosmopolitan character and its warm and welcoming spirit have made it a melting pot of cultures and diversity. Its inhabitants, iconic architecture and fantastic food and shops are just some of the things that have made it such a popular global destination.

As part of the Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup, members of the teams taking part will be talking about the city, what sets it apart and the role it plays in the event. The international sailing competition is a major sporting occasion that has given Barcelona the opportunity to once again prove its ability to host major, highly complex events.

Come and enjoy a city with a world-class art scene, an open-air museum that is a compendium of different architectural styles, and a wide range of shops where you'll find leading global brands alongside boutiques run by up-and-coming designers. Explore the city on special trails and itineraries and discover each one of its ten boroughs. You can also walk in the shoes of artists on the special city trails that gives unique insights into some of the big names that have contributed to the history of the city. Its great choice of museums and galleries will leave you speechless. Unique monographic museums and special places where you'll find art, culture, science and much more!

To boost your energy levels, you'll find superb food in Barcelona, which combines tradition and innovation. From restaurants serving ground-breaking dishes with great chefs at the helm to establishments founded over one hundred years ago which showcase more traditional flavours. You'll also find fresh, prime quality, locally sourced produce at the city's thirty-nine municipal markets.

The city offers sports lovers countless sports facilities and circuits where they can enjoy sport at their leisure and see top competitions.

Discover the essence of Barcelona and experience it to the full!