Spain: Barcelona
Embark on an exciting journey through Spain where unforgettable moments are waiting to be discovered. In Barcelona, spend a day on Sant Sebastia Beach, where you can sunbathe and swim in the Mediterranean waters. A trip to Barcelona wouldn't be complete without a stop at La Barceloneta or a visit to La Rambla, a lively and bustling street filled with shops, restaurants, and street performers.
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Embark on an exciting journey through Spain where unforgettable moments are waiting to be discovered. In Barcelona, spend a day on Sant Sebastia Beach, where you can sunbathe and swim in the Mediterranean waters. A trip to Barcelona wouldn't be complete without a stop at La Barceloneta or a visit to La Rambla, a lively and bustling street filled with shops, restaurants, and street performers. Prepare to be enchanted by the spectacular architecture of Antoni Gaudi, including the world-famous Sagrada Familia Cathedral and Park Guell. This is a journey that promises to be both educational and unforgettable, a perfect way to immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Spain. Waterviews strives to offer accommodation options within walking distance of water and/or in an area of touristic interest. Our prices include taxes (but excludes local tourist taxes). Customize your trip to your personal preferences with optional activities (hit the “Add Activities’’) or change hotels, etc. Contact us for customization at no extra cost at: Service@waterviewstravel.com
Destinations
- Barcelona
Itinerary
Barcelona
The multicultural and playful city of Barcelona, founded more than 2,000 years ago, is the capital of Catalonia and combines elements of Roman times, medieval quarters, examples of Modernist style and 20th-century avant-garde movements. While for many people the Sagrada Família by Antoni Gaudí is Barcelona's architectural symbol par excellence, the port city offers many other architectural and cultural attractions and a vibrant nightlife.
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The multicultural and playful city of Barcelona, founded more than 2,000 years ago, is the capital of Catalonia and combines elements of Roman times, medieval quarters, examples of Modernist style and 20th-century avant-garde movements. While for many people the Sagrada Família by Antoni Gaudí is Barcelona's architectural symbol par excellence, the port city offers many other architectural and cultural attractions and a vibrant nightlife.
Additional Information
When to visit
August is probably the busiest time for tourists in Barcelona. However, many shops and restaurants are closed from early-August to early September. During this time, you will find the most expensive hotel rates (outside of conference times such as the Mobile World Congress), and the city is devoid of locals, as the vast majority of residents go on vacation in August and leave the heat and humidity to the hordes of arriving tourists. This is also one of the highest periods of home break-ins, as criminals know that many places are unoccupied for an entire month.
While Barcelona has decent, albeit crowded beaches, the locals will be very appreciative if visitors do not consider Barcelona a beach resort and absolutely do not wear beachwear when visiting churches, restaurants, etc. If you only want a beach, and a good beach at that, head south to Costa Daurada, north to Costa Brava or out to sea for the Balearic Islands.
Barcelona is great off-season and is a lovely city even in the winter months of January and February, as long as the possibility of rain is low. Given the high humidity, is considered comfortable weather, which is usually the temperature from April to June, and from late September to November. These are the best times to visit the city. Anything warmer than this can feel too hot.
With children
Toddler happiness is considered a public responsibility in Spain. In any public place, people around you will make every effort possible to make your toddler happy: whenever he or she looks bored or is crying, everyone does their best to entertain or to calm them. You will find a great list of things to do with children while your Barcelona visit.
Visitor information
All tourist offices are closed on 1st January and 25th December. For a full list of tourist information points check the link above.
The department store El Corte Ingles publishes a free street map for tourists. You can pick a copy at the store, or at one of the many hotels in the city.
The Turisme de Barcelona site might be helpful.
Barcelona Card
Barcelona City Pass is a package that combines preferential skip the line tickets and transport tickets in Barcelona. This official city pass package saves you money during your must-do Barcelona visits.
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