Barcelona
Virtual Walk · Spain
Take a free virtual walk through Barcelona, Spain — no passport, no flights, no account required. Nearaway streams immersive 4K walking tour footage from Barcelona's streets, letting you explore Europe's cities from anywhere in the world.
Roman soldiers established the colony of Barcino around 15 BCE on a small hill called Mons Taber — some of those original Roman walls still stand in the Gothic Quarter today. After centuries of Visigoth and Moorish rule, Barcelona became capital of the County of Catalonia, a Mediterranean power whose Crown of Aragon once controlled Sicily, Sardinia, and parts of Greece.
Gaudí's Sagrada Família has been under construction since 1882 and is still not finished. The best time for a virtual walk through Barcelona is spring (may–june) or fall (september–october). Must-try local foods include Pa amb tomàquet, Jamón ibérico, Patatas bravas.
Local Greeting
Hola / Bon dia (Catalan)
How locals say hello in Barcelona
Best Time to Visit
Spring (May–June) or Fall (September–October)
Must Eat
Local Tip
Locals dine late — restaurants fill up after 9pm. Pickpockets are common on Las Ramblas.
Origin Story
AncientRoman soldiers established the colony of Barcino around 15 BCE on a small hill called Mons Taber — some of those original Roman walls still stand in the Gothic Quarter today. After centuries of Visigoth and Moorish rule, Barcelona became capital of the County of Catalonia, a Mediterranean power whose Crown of Aragon once controlled Sicily, Sardinia, and parts of Greece.
Fun Fact
Gaudí's Sagrada Família has been under construction since 1882 and is still not finished.
Cultural Dos
- ✓Learn a few words of Catalan
- ✓Shop at La Boqueria market
- ✓Take a siesta
Cultural Don'ts
- ✕Wear swimwear outside the beach
- ✕Be loud after midnight in residential areas
- ✕Rush tapas
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