Barcelona is a second largest city in Spain and the capital of is the capital and most populous city of the Autonomous Community of Catalonia and the second largest city in Spain. Barcelona is a major economic centre with one of Europe’s principal Mediterranean ports, and Barcelona International Airport is the second largest in Spain after Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Barcelona is one of the major centers for art and theatre in Spain and is known for its architectural grandiose. UNESCO has conferred World Heritage Structure honour on renowned are architectural works of Antoni Gaudí and Lluís Domènech i Montaner. Added to these are museums which cover a large span of history and ages, the beaches of the city are also equally popular. There are seven beaches frequented by tourists and locals.
Barcelona is a hugely decorated city for another reason, it is home to one of Europe’s and world’s most famous football club FC Barcelona. The club’s stadium Nou Camp is another architectural masterpiece.
Barcelona allows tourists and locals to celebrate new year in many ways. One of the most trusted way to enjoy is, hit the beach and enjoy a variety of options. Rock band performances, music, dance, drinking and of course the age-old tradition of grape eating challenge, eat 12 grapes when it strikes midnight, one for each resounding bell.. For an active and energetic New Years city break in Barcelona, take part in the 10k Sant Silvestre run which will get veins pumping in anticipation for a night of party action ahead. A city centre circuit winds its way around most of Barcelona’s spectacular landmarks and along the beachfront and participants will enjoy the support of thousands of roadside well-wishers. Throughout the course route a real carnival atmosphere pervades with traditional music and dance as the whole city gets into the festive mood for the night ahead. New Year’s Eve in Barcelona can also be an explosive affair providing a myriad of exciting party opportunities. Most clubs offer a deal for the night, which will cost you between €30 and €60 and includes a few drinks as well as top DJs and performances. The idea is that you get into one venue and see in the New Year there – none of the usual moving from bar to bar and queuing outside in the cold that goes on in Britain. Recommended venues are Shoko (Asian chic), Baja Beach Club (American-style cocktail madness), and Carpe Diem Lounge Club (stylishly cool), which are all found in Barcelonetta, near the Hotel Arts, and Club 13 (amazing DJ set) in Plaza Real, Barcelona central.