Barcelona is a busy catalonian city that really has much to offer in terms of sights, sounds, architectural marvels and culture. But as is the case with any popular tourist attraction, there are areas that are best to avoid or else, you will ruin your trip. Here are some areas to be cautious of while exploring Barcelona:

1. La Rambla

One of the thieves’ favorite locations is La Rambla – a crowded pedestrian walkway in the middle of Barcelona. While people can enjoy street performers, stalls and open cafes it is better to be more careful with personal belongings and avoid crowding. However, choose nearby neighborhoods such as El Raval or the Gothic Quarter, which are equally as photogenic, but much less crowded.

2. Barceloneta Beach

Barcelona beach is much congested especially by the companies of tourists. The crowded condition is more severe during the weekend and summer season; therefore, finding a suitable place to settle down becomes restricted. However, if you’d like to avoid the crowds, there are more other beaches close by such as Bogatell Beach or Nova Icaria Beach.

3. Plaça Reial

Perhaps Plaça Reial, which is also situated near La Rambla, is even more enticing because of the palm trees and the lovely building surrounding the square. However, its tourist attracts include overpriced restaurants and eateries to feed the many tourists who throng the area. I recommend check out other barri communities squares like Plaça del Sol in neighborhood Gràcia or Plaça de Sant Felip Neri from the Gothic district for a better and cheaper option.

4. Camp Nou on Match Days

Again as a warning if you are not a football supporter it is advisable not to be around Camp Nou; this is the famous football stadium in Barcelona. In the following area there is traffic jam, overcrowded public transport and high costs. Some tourists can schedule to visit the stadium in none match days and also some can also opt for a proximate tour to have feel over the history and the charms of the stadium.

5. Montjuïc at Night

Montjuïc is a large hill located on the coast just south of Barcelona and boasts many attractions, however stunning views of the city. But it is better to be more cautious particularly after dusk, particularly if one is all alone or unfamiliar with Montjuïc. Hill becomes isolated, which means it can actually be very dangerous to explore. Do visit other tourist attractions including the Montjuïc by day you will see great view as well as visit park guell.

6. Carrer de la Boqueria

Carrer de la Boqueria is a pedestrian way towards Mercat de Sant Josep de la Boqueria – open Food Market. Again this is a market that is attractive to visit but the actual street that the market occupies attracts so many tourist that it is a favored ground for pick pockets. Be alert, carry your valuable items safely and speaking about the market, it is preferable when it is not very crowded.

7. Raval District at Night

Some areas in the coastal city of Barcelona have been improving over the years, especially the Raval district, which is near La Rambla. Nevertheless, some areas can be dangerous even during the daytime, or even more, at night time. Thus, the best way to feel at ease after dusk in Raval is to stay at the territory’s brightly lit and packed streets. Instead go to other areas such as Eixample or Gràcia based on their colorful social lives and security.

8. Tourist Trap Restaurants

Barcelona is full of all types of food places, but beware of a cliche restaurant in or near major tourist attractions. Such places mainly aim at quantity with little or no regard to quality besides drains being extra charges on the already expensive canteens. But what IS best avoided is to stick to the tourist areas and what that means is that step of the historical centre and explore the side streets, the residential areas and what that means is to find bars, restaurants and eateries independently owned and operated and that serve organic Catalan food for what it really is.

Conclusion

Knowing the dangerous parts of the city as Barcelona will go a long way in making your tour free from any sort of danger. It is also important to protect oneself and one’s property, and go to areas off the beaten path in order to get the true feel of this lovely place. Being in Barcelona does not have to be just another dull and boring trip, if only you would take your time to plan and be a little more adventurous.