Barcelona Things to do

Gaudi's Barcelona
Visitors cannot fail to notice the strong influence of Antoni Gaudi throughout Barcelona. His magical designs are spectacular and are found everywhere from immense monuments, apartment blocks and sculptures and include the stunning Sagrada Familia, the most visited attraction in the city and the surreal statuettes and buildings of Guell Park. Take a Gaudi guided tour and see the immensely colourful and highly original architecture that has shaped Barcelona into such an attractive city to visit.

Las Ramblas
Enjoy the noise, energy and excitement of the true heartbeat of Barcelona life. This long street contains numerous market stalls selling fruits and flowers, crafts and jewellery and many attractive bars, cafes and restaurants. Designer stores sit side by side with second hand art shops and it is a lively place with all kinds of street theatre and music. After dark the buzz of activity continues as Las Ramblas is home to some of the best nightlife in Barcelona and the street exudes a certain bohemian atmosphere.

Poble Espanyol
A visit to this theme park will ensure children are enthralled and entertained and it is also extremely informative for adults. The park showcases the many different regional cultures of Spain with examples of architecture, traditional performances and arts and crafts. There is always a full program of supervised activities for kids and parents will appreciate the craft workshops, galleries and cafes. From here a cable car can be taken to Barceloneta beach offering superb views of the city below.

Beaches
Escape the bustling city streets with a day on the beach and just a short walk from the city centre. Barceloneta beach is wide with fine sand and is perfect for promenade walks or activities such as windsurfing and kite surfing. There are numerous cafes and restaurants close by and a relaxing afternoon can be spent here simply strolling in the sand with an ice cream or soaking up the sun.

Museums
With a colourful history and rich artistic tradition, Barcelona has no shortage of museums and art galleries to visit. You can admire Catalan culture, maritime history or even take a guided tour of Barcelona Football Club. Art lovers are well catered for with galleries devoted to the works of Picasso and Miro. The sheer number and variety of museums should ensure there is something of interest for every visitor.

Guided Walks
Much of the centre of Barcelona is pedestrianised and many of its attractions are centrally located making a walking tour a perfect way to enjoy the city. Specialist guided walks are available that highlight Catalan architecture, touring the Gothic Quarter, the haunts and homes of Picasso or to the Olympic village. A leisurely and informative guided walk is the most rewarding way to explore the city with time to admire and appreciate its beauty.

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