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Hi

I will be in Barcelona the end of Oct for a week. Single female 50's. I'll be staying in Eixample neighborhood. I would greatly appreciate suggestions on what to do in the evening or what not to do!

Thanks so much!!

adrienne

Go to a concert at Palau de la Musica.
Walk around Bari Gotic.
Go to a flamenco show.

adrienne

Magic Fountain

danon

Seat in one of the cafes along the beautiful Rambla de
Catalunya

Mingle with crowds in El Born.

If interested , see a performance at the Opera.

chapla

I would stay on crowded streets.Be careful -if in doubt take a taxi!
I feel much safer in Madrid and walk around alone at all hours of the night/day but not so in Barcelona.

danon

We have visited Barcelona eight times...I was alone four of those times..

Never had a problem taking metro at night( before midnight), but I stayed close to
P.de Gracia .

Did not like Ramblas south of Ferran (and the narrow streets of
BG and Raval) later at night.
Like most cities, it depends of the area. I feel safe in Madrid, but would avoid some parts and metro station there too.

cms0515

Thanks so much! Any other suggestions for my stay will be greatly appreciated!

cms0515

I will stay at H10 universitat. Any suggestions for traveling to sites? How about a day trip I shouldn't miss?

Thanks!!!!

cms0515

I will stay at H10 universitat. Any suggestions for traveling to sites? How about a day trip I shouldn't miss?

Thanks!!!!

kimhe

You've got some great suggestions.

I'll add: Many upscale cafes, bars, restaurants and clubs in local feel and friendly Carrer Aribau in the Eixample. Charlot Cafe is one of many places around here, both for breakfast, a meal and late into the night: http://www.timeout.com/barcelona/res...s/charlot-cafe
http://www.charlotcafe.com/

danon

Yes, we visited a few years ago. very interesting spot.
Easy to reach by train from Plaza de España.

danon

Sorry. Wrong thread

lindygirl

I went to Barcelona as a solo female traveler - so much to see and do. I stayed in a hostel and met fellow travelers but I think there's plenty of areas you can go on your own.

I posted a trip report here a few months ago:
http://www.fodors.com/community/euro...r-in-spain.cfm

I included photos, tips, and talked about the scams I've heard about. Barcelona is definitely safe for solo female travelers. You just have to be aware of your surroundings.

Enjoy!

BigRuss

Magic Fountain is limited to nonexistent in October. Google for when it operates, if at all.

Avoid the Raval.