Barcelona can be very expensive to American tourists for many reasons, primarily the awful exchange rate from Euros to the American dollar. Although it appears to be incredibly expensive, there are ways to have an inexpensive day in this city.

You and your friends can go to the Boqueria located in the middle of Las Ramblas where you can purchase ingredients to make a sandwich. For only seventy cents you can buy bread and it costs very little for you to buy lunch meet or a whole sandwich. To finish off the day bring your sandwiches to Park Guell and have a picnic while you view the amazing and historic architecture of this park.

Another inexpensive day in Barcelona can be spent in the city's most uppity neighborhood, Barceloneta. This afternoon can start with lunch at Bo de B, a small delicious but very inexpensive restaurant offering freshly prepared salads and sandwiches.

If you are looking for an inexpensive place for a drink, Ryan's Place is your place! Located just off the boardwalk on the beach in the Barceloneta neighborhood, Ryan's place sells name brand beer for 50 cents Monday-Friday 1 to 6pm. This is a great spot to grab a few beers and relax on the beach.