Barcelona has been one of the epicentres of the anti-tourism movement in Spain and has seen hundreds of locals marching through the streets to demand a number of restrictions Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Brits are being encouraged to consider visiting a Spanish city other than Barcelona for their holidays, in order to avoid the brunt of anti-tourism protests.
Earlier this month, videos of tourists being doused with water by protesters in the Catalan city made headlines. This comes amidst escalating tensions between locals and tourists, as residents rally for restrictions on tourist numbers in their towns and cities. Barcelona has become a focal point of this discontent, with hundreds of locals taking to the streets and new laws being drafted to curb tourism.
Writing for the Telegraph, Nick Trend suggested Valencia as a more appealing alternative to Barcelona, noting it as a "far more attractive destination" that sees fewer tourists than its larger counterpart. He remarked that "few of us want to spend our holidays in places where we are likely to be on the frontline". Valencia, just an hour from Madrid, offers plenty to attract visitors, including the Cathedral of Valladolid, the Plaza de San Pablo, and an annual International Film Festival.
While some may be deterred from visiting Barcelona and other areas like Majorca, their absence could provide some respite fo.
