Barcelona is one of the most famous cities in Spain, which is the capitalize of Catalonia region; this city is distinguished by historic places, remarkable architecture, and appropriate beaches. There are some precautions that any tourist should take into consideration in order to avoid any unfortunate incidence since generally it is safe city to visit.
Safety in Tourist Areas
Barcelona is one of the most visited cities in the world, and as is always the case, most tourist attractions are relatively safe. Towns like Barcelona’s Las Ramblas, the Gothic Quarter, Park Güell are very secure since they emulate a busy market square which attracts many tourists.
However, one has to beware of pick pocketing especially in areas one is likely to meet many tourists. Be alert with your possessions, do not flash money or other valuable possessions around and possibly you can try using clothes with built-in pockets.
Transportation Safety
The city of Barcelona has a fairly well developed public transport system which includes buses, metro and trains. These are relatively safe means of transportation but one needs to be much careful with what is surrounding him/her.
Subway passage or buses are other popular means of transporting yourself, be careful with pockets containing an umbrella, bag or other accessories and do not spark jealousy by wear flashy jewels, branded accessories, and expensive clothes. In evening /night trips a licensed taxi or an Uber is recommended to avoid any reckless driver.
Neighborhood Considerations
It is important to note that like in any other city in the world, some areas in Barcelona are safer than others and some areas may even have higher incidences of theft or robberies. You should learn about the districts before travelling and avoid areas like El Raval or Sant Martí.
It is therefore important to investigate on the best areas that clients can avoid inconveniences while on holiday. Luckily, such areas as Eixample, Gràcia, Poblenou, etc., which are considered safe, have something to offer people at varying prices.
Nightlife Safety
On the evenings and nights, Barcelona has very and active nightlife, and visitors are able to enjoy several TYPES OF ESTABLISHMENTS. But people are advised to be cautious and avoid night activities when they are out especially when they are alone.
Avoid walking in the dark areas alone avoiding places that are not well lit. Reduce the intake of alcohol as it cloud your judgment and thus you easily become a prey to the available dangers.
Emergency Contacts
It’s always a good idea to keep important emergency numbers such as fire, police or an ambulance close at hand during your trip. In case of any emergency, note down the following numbers:
Emergency Service
Contact Number
Police
112 or 092
Ambulance
112 or 061
Fire Department
112 or 080
Conclusion
Barcelona is like any big city and it has its problems but it is safe and friendly place for tourists. As is always advised, you should try to observe general safety measures, keep your eyes open at all material times, and avoid falling victim to remarkable discoveries in this wonderful city. However, safer is always better, and if you’d like to get the most out of Barcelona, there is no problem in taking some safety precautions.
