Barcelona – the latest art and music trends

Barcelona, as a city that looks to the future, is concerned about the tastes and interests of young people.

Its long calendar of film, theatre, music and visual arts is enhanced during the various festivals that the city organises. The BAM (Barcelona Music Action) festival, Sónar (the International Advanced Music and Multimedia Art Festival) and BAC! (Barcelona in the Contemporary Arts) show the city’s interest for the latest trends in music and the arts. At almost any point of the year it is possible for the visitor to find a music, film or theatre festival to attend.

Catalan traditional celebrations, such as the Mercè festival (declared to be of National Tourist Interest), attract hundreds of followers of the most prestigious groups from the international music scene, thanks to a carefully chosen calendar of performances.

And, because culture is never undermined by nightlife, some of the most innovative venues have been established beside the important museums, parks, historic gardens and shopping centers. Nightclubs, concert halls, bars and restaurants are located in the most emblematic corners of the city. Exclusive atmospheres in the Diagonal, colourful spots in the Gràcia district, and pavement cafés in Port Vell, Port Olímpic or in any of the city’s many squares, are examples of the attractions that the night has to offer in Barcelona.

In addition, Barcelona’s exceptional sporting facilities are available to any visitor who wants to play a sport. The marinas and the sporting facilities, heritage from the 1992 Olympics are worth a visit, be it for the beauty of its architecture of for the quality of the activities they has to offer. They are also venues for large-scale concerts and important competitions. Football fans will have a chance to attend unforgettable matches in the Barcelona FC and Espanyol stadiums.

Situated on the shore of the Mediterranean, Barcelona has a good number of urban beaches, where visitors will be able to enjoy the great climate of this coast. The opportunity for windsurfing, sailing, scuba diving or canoeing will be exciting for both beginners and pros and if visitors want to continue with open-air sports, the fact that Barcelona is very near the Pyrenees and to the coastal hills that make up the Cordillera Litoral should not be forgotten. Hiking, cycle touring, paragliding and hang-gliding are activities enabling travelers to discover the Catalan capital’s natural surroundings.