Barcelona is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, and therefore; during the day, as well as during the night, it is filled with tourists as well as locals. However, as with any fine tourist attraction, security should be a major consideration; particularly, when walking the streets at night.
General Safety in Relation to the Overall Crime Rate of Barcelona
In general, Barcelona is a safe city, however, like in any other place, visitors should be careful especially to newly explored areas or districts. With that said it’s important to note that cases of theft including pick pocketing are more prevalent at crowded parts especially those associated with tourists.
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In general, the level of criminality in Barcelona is not particularly high; however, watching preparations for the celebration, one gets the feeling that there are peculiar districts in the city where crime, especially at night, is more acute. For a first time visitor to Barcelona, it is not safe to wander around areas like El Raval or Barri Gòtic especially in the evening.
List of Safe Neighborhoods
If you’re looking for safer neighborhoods to explore at night, consider the following:
Eixample: This part of town has wide avenues, tall buildings and a remarkable number of places to eat out, drink and dance.
Gràcia: This place is a Bohemian area generally popular among the population offering a number of small and comfortable cafes, shops, and various pubs and night clubs.
Poblenou: This emerging neighborhood is great for a leisurely walk in the evening by the water, especially when more laid-back and cool bars open.
Transportation Safety
I want to stress that the night travel through Barcelona using public transport is quite safe. Both the metro and buses being well serviced and orderly make it easier to move round the city. Though, one should be cautious and avoid being alone especially when traveling during the night.
Guidelines on Safe Walking During Night Hours in Barcelona
Here are some valuable tips to ensure your safety while exploring Barcelona at night:
Do not leave items such as wallets, phones and cameras within easy reach, and try to avoid or concern yourself with loose items.
Do not venture out at night or walk around places which are poorly illuminated especially at nights, or if you are alone.
Just like it is advised when in the wild, always ensure that you are in areas that have many people around.
Avoid taking substances from different people especially at their request and never take your drink away.
In as much as it is possible, do so in large groups or with close acquaintances or even a member of your family.
It is advisable to have basic Spanish phrases learned to help make statements to the locals in a time of emergencies.
Snap your intuition when you feel that things are wrong or threatening and seek security instantly.
In Case of Emergency
If you find yourself in an emergency situation or become a victim of a crime, it’s crucial to know how to seek help:
Emergency Services: In Spain, the emergency services call are a three-digit number 112 which gets through to police, ambulance or fire brigade.
Tourist Police: There is a tourist line of the Catalan Mossos d’Esquadra Police, +34 900 102 112, answered in English and capable of providing assistance at incidents and accidents.
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Still, it is crucial and good to be careful and vigilant to note the occurrences around you; do not let the safety measure discourage you from driving the beauty and glory of the Barcelona night life. With these measures and such points it is possible to go out, enjoy the active nightlife of the city and appreciate its diverse culture.
