Barcelona city guide

A Tourists Guide to Barcelona

With all the wonderful things to see and do in Barcelona, Spain, it would take up much more that this small space can allow. However, it isn't hard to see why this jewel of a city is one of the premiere hot spot in Spain. One of the biggest hot spots for tourist as well as locals are the beaches. With over 4 kilometers of golden sands, shallow waters, and plenty of sun, people of all ages come here to relax and enjoy a moment away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

There is an abundance of interesting architecture to see in Barcelona, and even on the beach you can't get away from it. At some point along the way you will come across an oddly shaped building, the Monument a Colom, with its haphazard look. This is actually a memorial to the World explorer Christopher Columbus. This is just one of the many different architectural marvels this city has to offer. There are many different kinds of tours of the city, and some are fully guided, and some require a bit of a walk. One of the guided walking tours it Medieval Barcelona, and private tour of Old Town Barcelona. This half day walking tour is a way to see the architectural building of medieval times. You start with the Gothic Quarter, and make you way through many different buildings, including the Barcelona Cathedral, Sant Juame square, and the Ribera District, just to name a few.

If you want to save yourself some time as well as money, one of the first things you should do while in Barcelona is buy a City Card. Not only does it include free admission, and discounts to many of the attractions here, including the IMAX theater and the Barcelona Aquarium, but you can ride any of the public transportation venues in and around town, including the airport train. You can even choose up to five day passes, and prices are reasonable, It is just $60.50 per person for a five day pass.

While many people spend money on expensive hotels, more and more people are beginning to find that renting a holiday apartment is a much cheaper, but still just as luxurious alternative. There are many to choose from in Barcelona, and there are many advantages. One of them is these can be well within almost anyone's budget, compared to staying in a hotel. They come with many options for bedrooms, giving families and groups much needed privacy. They also come with completely equipped kitchen and dining facilities, and what better way to really experience the culture than by shopping in local markets?

There are many different kinds of cheap accommodation in Barcelona to choose from, and with tourism being most of the year, you should always book your cheap holiday accommodation

well ahead of your travel plans. You can do so online, at one of many websites. It is important to also note that if you are planning any sort of guided tours, then this would be a good time to book these as well. You just never know when and if they will be available otherwise.