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Trip planner · Barcelona

Barcelona in December 2026.

What's on, what to book ahead, and where to take colleagues and clients during a business trip to Barcelona this month.

On the calendar

5 dates to plan around
  1. Tue Dec 8All day
    HolidayImmaculate ConceptionPublic holiday in Catalonia. Many shops close; book restaurants ahead.
  2. Thu Dec 24All day
    HolidayChristmas EveMany restaurants close early or serve set menus. Confirm hours before booking.
  3. Fri Dec 25All day
    HolidayChristmas DayMany restaurants are closed. Check before booking.
  4. Sat Dec 26All day
    HolidaySant EstevePublic holiday in Catalonia. Many restaurants close for the family meal; book ahead.
  5. Thu Dec 31All day
    HolidayNew Year's EveSet menus and higher minimums. Private rooms book out early.

How far ahead to book

Our rule of thumb for groups. Individual venues vary, so confirm when you call.

Ready-made evenings

Pick one, book two places, done

Football match day

4–12 people · €€€
  1. 3:15 PMHead out to RCDE Stadium in Cornellà-El Prat
  2. 4:15 PMEspanyol vs Deportivo, Sat Nov 7
  3. 8:30 PMBar Cañete · Sharing plates back in the city after the match

The client dinner

8–20 people · €€€€
  1. 9:00 PMVia Veneto · Dinner in a private room

Waterfront group day

10–30 people · €€€
  1. 3:00 PMPort Olímpic Regatta · Sailing regatta on shared boats
  2. 8:30 PMEl Nou Ramonet · Paella for the table in Barceloneta

See all 24 Barcelona picks for groups →

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