Reality check: Are Barcelona's Tourist Hotspots Really that Stunning?

Barcelona is one of the most popular Spanish cities for visitors and social media is filled with beautiful pictures of its most popular attractions. But are they really that stunning in reality? We take a closer look at the famous La Sagrada Família, the La Rambla Boulevard, and Park Güell.
00:00 Intro
00:41 Sagrada Família
04:22 La Rambla
05:48 Park Güell
07:10 Our conclusion
CREDITS:
Report: Gönna Ketels
Camera: Robert Richter
Editing: Andreas Hyronimus
Supervising Editor: Elisabeth Yorck
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[@x0rtdan]

Sagrada Familia is one of the most beautiful, breathtaking places I’ve ever been to. It’s truly a marvel of creation

[@thetwitterlectual9528]

The answer from my experience (10 trips to Barcelona and counting) is a resounding yes. It’s a beautiful and colourful city, and if you are imaginative with your photography, then you can get the best pictures and Instagram moments.

[@evanmathieu4728]

I have visited about 12 times. Yes, it is crowded. However, it can be really magical. I usually go in July. Perfect hybrid. Many architectural gems, great nightlife. There are still many nice locals if you are polite. When you want to relax beaches and hilltops. If you've been to Rome & Naples, you know non local pickpockets exist .I keep the passport and bulk of credit cards locked in hotel. If you're going on Ramblas just use a money belt. Dont leave phone or valuables on city beach unattended. Most of Exiempe and other neighborhoods are fine. Just be a little smart with your belongings on Ramblas, in queues by Sagrada Famillia. So many nicer squares to see than 2 streets where riff raff congregate. Trust me, endless gorgeous Blvds. Most of city is eye candy.. A little street smarts and you're much safer and happier than any city in the States. Really😅

[@lorenzopettorosso6725]

Everyone: tries their best to speak english when interviewed. One french guy:

[@israel_started_it_ALL_in_1947]

Las Ramblas and Montjuic are about it.

[@airexpresstravelservices2647]

Far different between Instagram and real Barcelona

[@brianhynds6201]

To me it's just another big Mediterranean city.

[@Robertwtrasie2024]

😢

[@josemanuelaboitie4970]

There was trash everywhere

[@TStadiumhopper]

Reality: You're pickpocketed from day 1 in Barcelona

[@TheJuanshouse]

Not true. Been many many times and ive never been pickpocketd. Just be careful and not too drunk.

[@lucaspinto83]

Not true at all. I just got back from BCN. Amazing and safe city. You know nothing.

[@eugene7145]

@@lucaspinto83 Yeah, all the people who got pickpocketed know nothing. Only you know.

[@peytonclarke4185]

@@lucaspinto83 you know nothing. People who research on how to not get pickpocketed still do get pickpocketed

[@juliestoryteller2383]

Cigarettes 🚬 smell everyone pretty gross