Solo In Spain: A Travel Escape for Women Over 40 🇪🇸✨

Let me tell you—Barcelona did not come to play. From the second I touched down, this vibrant, artsy, flavor-packed city gave me everything I didn't know I needed. Spain was not only beautiful—it was the perfect place for a solo travel adventure and the ideal chance to brush up on my Spanish 💃🏽✌🏾.

I stayed at the gorgeous Catalonia Barcelona Plaza, and the view from my hotel window was next-level. I had a front-row seat to Plaça d'Espanya and the Columbus Monument (Mirador de Colom) 🏨—and I hadn't even left my room yet. For women over 40 traveling solo, choosing the right accommodations is key, and this one made me feel both safe and pampered.

Let's talk architecture—my eyes were WORKING over time. I stepped inside La Sagrada Familia, and honestly? I almost had to sit down and cry 😮. Gaudí's famous cathedral was still under construction at the time, but already one of the most moving things I've ever seen. I also cruised along Passeig de Gràcia, past the wild and whimsical Casa Batlló (aka House of Bones), and felt like I was living in a surreal dream 🏰. Solo travel in Barcelona means you can stop, stare, and take it all in...on your own time.

Barcelona Spain

Then came the adventure moments—Montserrat, baby! I journeyed to the Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey, which inspired composer Richard Wagner. Surrounded by mountain views and pure serenity, I felt a deep connection to the peace that solo travel brings 🎶⛰️.

I also explored Mirador de l'Alcalde Park, took in the views from Montjuïc, home of the 1992 Olympic Games 🏅, and had a golden-hour moment at Plaça d'Espanya 🌇. Barcelona is packed with cultural gems—perfect for any woman looking to experience a solo trip that blends beauty, history, and heart.

And let me tell you about the flamenco dinner show that same evening. Y'all. The clapping, stomping, soulful music—it made my heart pound. The Andalusian style of dance was powerful, emotional, and unforgettable 🎭🔥. And dinner? Delicioso. A solo traveler never dines alone when the energy is this electric 🍷🍽️.

And, of course—I had to shop 👜. The beautiful Arenas de Barcelona, once a bullfighting ring, is now a stunning mall filled with brands like MK, Prada, Fendi, and LV. All duty-free, honey. I may have done a little damage. Just a little. 👀

I traveled with EF Go Ahead Tours, which I highly recommend if you're a woman over 40 looking for a structured, safe solo travel experience with some flexibility. It was the perfect balance of guidance and independence 🌍.

Barcelona gave me rhythm, peace, beauty, and inspiration. It reminded me that solo travel after 40 is not only possible—it's transformative. From Gaudí's architecture to flamenco fire and peaceful mountains, this trip fed every part of my soul 🍹.

Next stop? France. But that's another story entirely. 😉

✈️ Ready to Plan Your Own Solo Getaway to Spain?

• Catalonia Barcelona Plaza Hotel

• Arenas de Barcelona Shopping Mall

• EF Go Ahead Tours