Traveling to Barcelona during Covid-19

After over a year of the living through the pandemic, everyone is in anticipation of finally
being able to jet abroad on holiday again and have normality return once more. The
situation globally is becoming more positive thanks to the vaccination roll-out and
tremendous efforts from the public in keeping one another safe.
Barcelona is one of Europe’s best loved holiday destinations year in and year out. With
beaches, history, gastronomy and more, it is the perfect all-round destination for travellers
at any time of year. With the summer weather upon us, this is the perfect time to visit the
Catalan capital with sunny and warm weather guaranteed.
If you are interested in travelling to Barcelona in the coming months but are concerned of
restrictions and safety, read on to find out all you need to know of the facts and to put your
mind at ease:

Who can go?

Travellers from most places in the European Union are allowed to enter to Spain without
having to quarantine upon arrival. For travellers outside of the EU, from places such as the
UK, there are additional restrictions that have been put in place over the past few months,
so we recommend checking your individual countries guidelines on travel to Spain.
As tourism is such an important part of Spain’s economy and culture, the government are
doing everything they can to ensure visitors will be able to visit this summer, as safely as
possible. This means that it may be necessary to show a negative PCR test upon arrival, to
prevent the spread of the virus and allow you to have a safe and relaxing holiday.

What are the restrictions?

All travellers must complete a Health Control Form (HCF), which can be completed via

the Spain Travel Health website or via the downloadable application. It will generate a QR
code which must be shown on arrival in the country.
Restrictions and recommendations, in force until May 24:

•  There is no curfew in Barcelona, but people are asked to stay at home, if possible, to
  limit social contact with people from outside of their bubble.
• Gatherings of up to 6 people, either inside or outside of the home.
• Shops and shopping centres can open until 10 pm. Bars and restaurants, are allowed
  to open from 7.30 am to 11 pm
• Cinemas, theatres, auditoriums, circuses, and concert halls are open until 11 pm.
  with 50% capacity.
• Mandatory use of masks when in public spaces- 
• To be updated on the latest regulations for your visit please check the Barcelona official web.

What to do in Barcelona during Covid -19 

Here are some ideas to enjoy Barcelona to the fullest during Covid 19 over the next few months:

Head to the beach

The 2021 beach season is already uponus! Barcelona’s beaches (Banys del Fòrum, Somorrostro, San Sebastià, Llevant, Bogatell, Barceloneta, Mar Bella, Nova Icària, and Sant Miquel) are open for sunbathing and sports.  There are 5 aeas from which you can do sports, and from 7 pm it’s allowed everywhere on the beach, but always while trying to avoid crowds. Currently we are in the mid-bathing season, which starts on 27th of March until 28th of May.

The high season starts on the 29th of May until the 13th September. 

So that everyone can enjoy the beaches as much as possible, the council has launched ‘protocol monitoring’ (protocol de seguimiento de aflucencia), which keeps you informed of the number of visitors and the maximum capacity per beach. Information on the level of occupation of the beaches is available this website.

Monumental Club Concerts

The Monumental Club offers concerts with music for both adults and children, located in an old bull ring!

You can have a look at the current gigs and buy your tickets in advance on the Monumental Club website.