What bag is best for Barcelona?

Theft-Proof Bag Unfortunately, while Barcelona is a safe city, it is well-known for being a pickpocket hotspot, so I highly recommend bringing an anti-theft backpack with slash-proof material and securable zippers will help keep everything safe while you're out and about sightseeing.



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Women in Barcelona often use a backpack for daily activities, but they are very unlikely to use one later on in the day. For this reason, female travelers should avoid using one in the evening or at night, as it will likely attract more attention. Packing a purse or a sling bag to use in the evening is a must.

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If the bag looks like a camera bag or a purse then it is more of a target than an ordinary looking day bag. Another thing to avoid is to wear bum bags which are easy to remove. Thieves know that you keep your valuables in these too so bum bags are an A1 target with please steal me written all over them.

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Middle age and the older generation generally tend to wear clothing with muted and conservative colours. The younger generation tend to wear semi-casual clothes like jeans and T-shirts and comfortable shoes or sandals during summer. The Catalans care about their personal appearance and image.

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Bring cash in the foreign currency until you can arrive at a bank or cashpoint to obtain some more money. Barcelona does have a pickpocketing problem, and it is advised to ensure you do not carry too much cash around with you.

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Las Ramblas, the main promenade through central Barcelona, is humming with activity 24 hours a day and – pickpockets and tourist scams aside – is considered safe. Late at night, the south end of the street may feel a little seedy but is still relatively safe (and pretty easy to avoid if you prefer).

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There is a law in Spain that tourists need to carry their passports or national ID cards with them at all times, in case they are stopped by any police force.

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Tipping Your Servers: Tips aren't expected in Barcelona, but they are always appreciated. Credit cards – tipping is possible with a card, just be sure you ask them to add it to the total as they run your card. There's no space on the credit card receipt when it comes time to sign.

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We do not recommend carrying a lot of cash with you while visiting Barcelona. However, it is a good idea to bring a small amount of Euros cash in advance to cover some initial expenses like taxi, meal etc. until you can arrive at a bank or cashpoint to obtain some more money.

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Is €1,000 enough to live in Spain per month? Yes, it is possible to live in Spain with 1,000 euros a month, as the minimum wage is 1,080 euros. However, the freedom and comfort you will have with around 1,000 euros a month will depend on the city you will live in.

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How To Avoid Pickpockets When Traveling In Cities
  1. Be Extra Aware In Certain Areas.
  2. Don't Let Looks Fool You.
  3. Know Common Pickpocket Scams.
  4. Leave Valuables Locked In Your Hotel.
  5. Look Like A Local.
  6. Wearing A Money Belt To Avoid Pickpockets.
  7. Invest In A Pickpocket Proof Bag or Pickpocket Proof Wallet.


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Middle age and the older generation generally tend to wear clothing with muted and conservative colours. The younger generation tend to wear semi-casual clothes like jeans and T-shirts and comfortable shoes or sandals during summer.

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Although Barcelona is largely a secure city, some parts are best avoided, particularly after the sun sets. As a visitor to this vibrant city, it's important to be mindful of the risk of pickpocketing and bag theft in high-traffic tourist locales such as Las Ramblas, Sagrada Familia, and Park Guell.

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