Q: Hi, we're travelling to Barcelona between 20th December  and 1st January. Can you tell me what's open during this period and whether the museums and galleries and other tourist venues will be open.

A: I recommend that you follow the links below to read the following articles from our site that will explain all you need to know about Christmas and New Year´s in Barcelona.

Overview to Christmas in Barcelona
Christmas Cultural Traditions in Barcelona - interview with local Catalan family in Barcelona about Christmas..
Barcelona Christmas Lights - Where to find popular Christmas light displays in Barcelona.
Barcelona Christmas Markets - Xmas markets open during Christmas period.
Night Clubs Open For New Year´s - Popular Barcelona Night Clubs offering New Year events.
Nativity displays in Barcelona city centre - See where the Nativities are and what they have to offer.
Christmas family activities in Barcelona  - Activities for families in Barcelona during Christmas and new year´s.
Feast of the Immaculate conception Outline to the feast of the Immaculate conception - find out what´s on.
Main attractions opening hours   - Links to the official websites for the main Barcelona attractions.
Official holidays in Barcelona - List of all official and public holidays in Barcelona.
Restaurants open during Xmas in Barcelona  - Find out which restaurants keeps their doors open during the festive season.

Hotels offering low-cost accommodation during Christmas and New Year

Attraction Opening Hours
http://www.barcelona-tourist-guide.com/en/general/barcelona-attraction-opening-hours.html

How to look up what events are happening when you visit Barcelona
http://www.barcelona-tourist-guide.com/activekb/questions/5/How-To-Find-Concerts-in-Barcelona