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What you need to know about the Gay Pride and the LGTB-friendly neighbourhood of Barcelona
It is no secret that Barcelona is one of the most open-minded cities in the world, offering its visitors all kinds of activities and attractions related to diversity and freedom. It has quickly become one of the most beloved destinations for the gay community, as in many parts of the city, including the rapidly developing LGTBI district, where visitors of the city can find services, shops and accommodation dedicated specifically for the representatives of the community.
The LGTBI district, known also as Gaixample, is located in the Eixample neighbourhood, and is bounded by the Balmes street, Urgell street and the Aragó street. Once you come to the Gaixample neighbourhood you can see the amount of gay-friendly bars, restaurants and shops, rainbow flags displaying pride from the balconies and posters of the LGTBI-related events are everywhere. The neighbourhood gives a very liberating feeling and has become a favorite place for many. So if you want to get introduced to the Barcelona´s gay scene, you should get to this area and just walk through its streets.
The Gaixample neighbourhood is located in a central area, offering all kinds of sights and attractions. From there, you can easily get to the old city centre and the most iconic Modernist uildings. You can also easily reach the shopping area, as Passeig de Gracia and the Barcelona Shopping Line are located in a walking distance. For those who love a good party, the LGTBI-friendly establishments and parties can be found in many other districts of Barcelona, such as Raval, Sant Antomi, Poblenpu
Gay Pride BCN 2021 (29-30 June)
As you may have heard, Barcelona is holding one of the most important LGTBI festivals dedicated to the community – Gay Pride BCN.
The annual event takes place in order to show some more love to the members, as well as to those who need it. It also intends to show respect and embrace the diversity. Usually the activities happens form mid of June. However, this year, the events will be divided into two parts, a more limited proposal in June and an extended proposal in September. They will have online and televised programme that you can enjoy from 22 to 27 June.
The headlining activity, of course, is the institutional act of International LGTBI Pride Day that will fill the street with Pride and acceptance on June 28th. During the 3th and 4th of September, Pride BCN Celebration will take place at Passeig Lluis Compays, near Arc de Triomf.
Accommodation
The Gaixample neighbourhood offers all kinds of accommodation services, like lesbian and gay-friendly hotels, hostels and travel agencies. Apart from those options, you can choose to stay in an apartment located in the neighbourhood and close to it, in order to explore the area with ease. We can assure you, that this is the best way to feel Barcelona like at home, as you can literally live like a local while attending all kinds of attractions taking place during the Pride event and all-year-round.
We have apartments located in the area that offer all the amenities that you may need during your stay in the city. If you still haven’t found accommodation, we recommend you to book it now, as the Pride takes place during the high season, when it gets hard to find a place to stay spontaneously.
Barcelona has been a city with an open heart and it grows even bigger respect for diversity every day. Such events as Gay Pride show once more, that whatever you identify yourself with, you are always welcome in this city. If you need any help and advise when coming to Barcelona, don´t hesitate and write us.
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