Is September a good time to visit Barcelona?
We’ll let you in on a secret. In our view, along with May and early June, September is one of the best months to visit Barcelona.
And the reasons? First up, the weather in Barcelona in September remains pleasingly warm, offering perfect conditions for beach vacations and culture-oriented trips that involve lots of outdoor sightseeing.
Secondly, as the intense heat of summer subsides, so too do the big crowds, which — in our opinion — is all the better for experiencing the city in more authentic style, free from the long lines and hampering crowds that flock here through summer.
September is shoulder season, though, so don’t expect to have beaches and bars to yourself.
Rather, visiting Barcelona in September means you’ll get to enjoy a rewarding balance of fine weather, and a lively, but not overwhelmingly busy vibe, along with some of Barcelona’s most significant cultural events — more on those below.
Still undecided? While there are plenty of tempting reasons to visit Barcelona, you might want to weigh up whether to visit Madrid or Barcelona first.
Alternatively, if you fancy experiencing five of Spain’s most remarkable cities — Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Granada and Valencia — without the hassle of planning, take a look at our customisable Iconic Cities of Spain trip before talking to our local experts to kickstart curating your dream trip.