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As in any city, in any country, you must always beware of thieves. Pickpockets operate in all areas frequented by tourists, especially at Las Ramblas, and Temple Familia. Be sure to carry your money and passport inside your clothing (I wear a money belt) and carry your purse and camera snug against you. Don't be too paranoid, just aware! Also, the group I was with did run into a potentially frightening situation. We were there during some major football (soccer) matches, which people in Barcelona are very passionate about. Some of my friends tried to join in the street festivities after a victory, and they were treated with some hostility. This could have been an isolated incident, but never-the-less, be wary. Leave a Comment
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After arriving in Barcelona, we went to a very seedy but quaint bar that is situated on the corner of a building. You stand on the sidewalk and order your alcohol and tapas and drink right there. Most of the people there were just unemployed or blue collar joes that were very friendly. One person offered asked me if I needed 'Charlie', and I said I didn't know him. (Turns out he was trying to sell me coke, he realized that I wasn't much of a drug user and thought that was cute.) We saw one woman who had just been robbed around the corner come screaming down the alley, among some other very interesting things. The locals turned out really liking us, and one of the locals drew us a map with the right side of La Rumbla, closer to the waterfront, shaded. She spoke no english, but made it clear that we should not go there. There were some guys in our hostel that were not so lucky as to get that message and were pretty badly beaten and robbed. There are plenty of pickpockets, muggers, and pushers around La Rumbla, so be very careful. You will be OK if you stay streetwise. Don't let that detract you from going, just be careful. Leave a Comment
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A lot of 'Gypsy' beggars hanging around pestering for a few coins, don't give them any as soon as they see any money more appear and your wallet may go walkabout. Saw 2 young girls 11 or 12 being held by cafe staff until Police came, as they tried to pickpocket a tourist whilst selling flowers.
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