The long weekend of the 6th and 8th of December officially marks the beginning of the winter season in Barcelona. During these days, the city slows down, the light softens, and the streets regain a calm that invites you to stroll, discover, be inspired and reconnect with the city’s most authentic essence.
At Valords, we’ve curated a selection of plans for the December long weekend in Barcelona—experiences designed to be enjoyed with calm, design, culture and wellbeing: precisely the way we believe Barcelona should be lived.
1. Strolling through Passeig de Gràcia and the Eixample: winter light and architecture
December is one of the months when Barcelona reveals its most serene beauty. The low winter light brings out the textures of its façades, modernist architecture glows differently, and walks become small rituals of contemplation.
What to do:
- Start your walk at Plaça Catalunya
- Wander along Passeig de Gràcia without rushing
- Take in the details of La Pedrera, Casa Batlló and Casa Amatller
- Turn into the grid-like streets of the Eixample
- Finish at a specialty coffee spot
Why it’s ideal for the long weekend:
The city is lively, yet not crowded. It’s the perfect moment to appreciate the architecture slowly and intentionally.
2. Visiting museums with fewer crowds
The December long weekend is perhaps the best time to enjoy art in Barcelona without the busyness that comes closer to Christmas.
Recommended museums
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Fundació Miró – ideal for a peaceful visit surrounded by greenery.
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MACBA – perfect for lovers of contemporary art and clean, minimalist architecture.
- MNAC – a must for winter views over Barcelona.
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Casa Amatller – a modernist gem, more intimate than its neighbour Casa Batlló.
Why it’s ideal in December:
Exhibitions feel more personal, the spaces are quieter, and the overall atmosphere invites reflection.
3. Specialty cafés
December calls for cosy interiors—places where design sets the tone, the light is warm, and time seems to slow down for a few minutes. Here is the Valords selection:
Recommended cafés
1. Laie Café (Eixample)
A quiet classic inside a bookshop. Perfect for a peaceful morning.
2. Espai Joliu (Poblenou)
Coffee + botanical gallery. One of the calmest spaces in the city.
3. Nømad Coffee Lab (Born)
For coffee purists, set in a beautiful little passageway.
4. Syra Coffee – Còrsega (Eixample)
Minimalist, clean and ideal for a short break between walks.
5. Satan’s Coffee Corner – Casa Bonay
A contemporary, impeccably curated space frequented by creatives and international profiles—perfect for enjoying specialty coffee in a distinctly unique setting.
4. Recommended restaurants for a relaxed long weekend in Barcelona
We know Barcelona offers an extensive and refined gastronomic scene. That’s why, for this long weekend, we’ve selected restaurants that—thanks to their atmosphere and culinary style—we know you’ll love.
1. Berbena (Eixample)
Small, intimate and home to one of the most distinctive kitchens in the city.
2. Gresca (Provença)
Minimalist, direct, delicious. A modern classic.
3. Fismuler (Born)
Nordic-inspired, spacious tables—ideal for long, unhurried meals.
4. Libertine – Casa Bonay (Gran Via)
Perfect for brunch or a leisurely cocktail.
5. L’Antic Bocoi (Gòtic)
Historic, warm and full of character.
5. Enjoying viewpoints: where December light transforms the city
Winter light turns Barcelona into a postcard. The city looks clearer, more golden, and more peaceful from above. These are the best viewpoints for this long weekend:
Recommended viewpoints
- MNAC Viewpoint – the winter sunset here is incomparable.
- Búnkers del Carmel (weekday visit) – absolute silence and 360° views.
- Terrace of the Museu d’Història de Catalunya – perfect for a bright afternoon.
- Mirador de Horta – lesser-known, wonderfully serene.
6. Urban walks and parks to disconnect without leaving the city
For those looking for urban nature during the long weekend, Barcelona offers green corners perfect for slow, mindful walking:
Recommended spots
- Turó Park – elegant, discreet and perfect for a quiet stroll.
- Jardins del Palau Robert – an oasis right next to Passeig de Gràcia.
- Ciutadella Park – ideal early in the morning.
- Jardins de la Torre de les Aigües – a hidden gem in the Eixample.
Living the long weekend through calm and everyday beauty
The 6–8 December long weekend invites you to experience Barcelona on a different wavelength: quieter, more observant, more intentional. It’s the perfect moment to rediscover architecture, enjoy a refined lifestyle, seek out warm cafés, dine in intimate restaurants, take in the city from above and wander through spaces where winter light changes everything.
At Valords, we believe Barcelona is best experienced when lived with intention. December encourages exactly that: a slower rhythm, an eye for detail, and the pleasure of a city that knows how to be beautiful even on its coldest days.
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