TripBee map of Barcelona and some surrounding areas
Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport is the international airport for Barcelona and is located about 30 minutes from the city center of Barcelona. <br><br>Travel to the city can be done via taxi, car rental, train or bus. Trains are inexpensive, fairly regular and clean. The main trick is knowing which stop to get off at and where to go from there, but thankfully, Barcelona metro is comprehensive and fairly easy to figure out thanks to their multi-lingual approach.<br><br>Advisory: Do not accept rides from anyone offering them inside the airport. There are designated taxi stands just outside the airport exits with legal, metered taxis that will take you safely to the city.
Barcelona-Sants is the main station for taking trains out of the city. The station itself is clean and there are info desks for getting you to the correct destination.
A regional staple for groceries. Inexpensive and good quality, but don't blame us when their theme song gets stuck in your head.
One of the most famous pedestrian walks in the world, La Rambla ("the Ramble") is where many visitors and residents alike come to stroll. La Rambla starts at the base of Plaza Catalunya and continues for another 2.5km (1.55 miles) to the Monument de Colom ("Statue of Columbus"), just before the port. Lining the Rambla on both sides are a number of shops and restaurants, as well as the famous Boqueria Market. It also hosts a number of street entertainers as well as vendors selling touristy trinkets. <br><br>Advisory: The Rambla is one of the most touristy areas in Barcelona, so pickpocketing is a major issue here. Make sure to keep valuables close at hand while taking in the sites.
The mecca for fans of FC Barcelona, Camp Nou is where tens of thousands of fans come together to see their team take on the rest of the league. <br><br>Advisory: Traffic and trains on game day are intense. Crowding is excessive, so please keep an eye on valuables and plan for extra time getting to and from games.
It's a mall. If you need something from the mall, you will likely find it here. If you are in Barcelona over the Christmas season, do come here to see their massive Caganer (AKA "The Shitter"), a multi-storey statue of a peasant man having a nice poo next to the Christmas tree.
The Font Màgica de Montjuïc lights up the night with colourful water displays set to music. <br><br>Advisory: Shows are currently on hold pending drought restrictions. Check the city website for updated information at https://www.barcelona.cat/en/what-to-do-in-bcn/magic-fountain/magic-fountains-show-times
The interplay of Gaudi statues and nature offers a unique experience of the works of one of Barcelona's most famous artists. And the park's location grants views of Barcelona like no other. Designated eating areas at the park mean you can pack a picnic and make a day of it. Tickets must be purchased to get inside the park, but this also means pickpocketing is less of an issue once inside.<br><br>Recommended: The entire park sits on a hillside, so wear comfortable shoes and prepare for uphill walking.
The Boqueria Market is a large open-air market where vendors sell all kinds of local specialties, raw foods, tourist trinkets, and more. It is a great place to try some local flavours and purchase foods that are unique to the area. <br><br>Advisory: The Boqueria is quite popular with tourists and locals alike, which means pickpocketing is sometimes an issue. Please keep valuables close.<br><br>Recommended: Bring cash! It is easy to negotiate prices here, but easier if you have cash. Also, some vendors may not take credit cards.
Portal de l'Àngel is a pedestrian street full that is known citywide for shopping. Everything from fast fashion to designer can be found on this street that extends from Plaza de Catalunya down to the heart of the Gothic Quarter. <br><br>The architecture of the avenue is as remarkable as the shopping options, so don't just mind the windows!
Another delightful shopping street, but with more local wares and less mass-produced options. Petritxol ("peh-tree-chōl") may look like a side alley, but don't pass it by if you're in the mood for something unique. Start at the Casa Natal de ("birthplace of") Lluís Millà i Reig and work your way down to Plaça del Pi.
For fans of Manu Chao and/or gritty bars with live music, come visit this one-of-a-kind bar in Barcelona. Great drinks, great prices, and music like you won't get anywhere else!
Tucked away off The Rambla is this delightful little dessert shop. Our recommendation is the churros with a side of pudding-like hot chocolate to dip them in. (And yes, you can get it with whipped cream, and yes, you should.)
This is a truly Barcelona experience. If you love cava (the Catalan version of champagne), then you will not want to miss out on El Xampanyet. *Note:* El Xampanyet is popular with locals, so expect to be standing during your visit. That said, let your wine be your guide and see if you can use the opportunity to share a table and make some friends!
Home to the seats of both the Barcelona local government and the Catalunya regional government. This large square and its imposing buildings is a popular space for everything from protests, to nativity scenes at Christmas, to the famous Torres Humanos (human towers) competitions during La Merce festivities in September. <br><br>The surrounding area boasts architecture that dates to the original founding of Barcelona (then known as "Barcino") over 2,000 years ago!
(tee-bee-dah-boh) "Tibidabo is a hill overlooking Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. At 512 metres, it is the tallest hill in the Serra de Collserola. Rising sharply to the north-west, it has views over the city and the surrounding coastline. The summit of the hill is occupied by the Sagrat Cor church and adjacent Tibidabo Amusement Park."
tibidabo.catThis massive park offers a respite from the hustle of the city, especially for days when you just want to kick your shoes off and walk in the grass. Pack a blanket and some food for a picnic. Bring a football (whichever kind is up to you) or a frisbee. Or just wander the park and look at the fountains and greenery. <br><br>This space is popular for students of the nearby universities who prefer to study outside or like to catch some fresh air between classes.
Home of Freixenet cava, a sparkling wine produced in this region of Spain. Cava basically Spain's regional answer to Champagne, which is French sparkling wine from the Champagne region of that country. The town celebrates their sparkling wine with Cavatast each year in early October. It's quite the treat!
The estació de tren de Girona is where you will enter and depart Girona by train, which is the easiest means of transportation to and from Barcelona. It is not necessary or recommended to rent a car to get around Girona as the city is quite small and very pedestrian friendly.
The Cremallera de Montserrat is the main rail station for getting into and out of Montserrat. From here, you can visit the Abadia de Montserrat (the Montserrat Basilica that houses the Black Madonna statue and other impressive artworks), the Montserrat giftshop and market, the independent market outside the Basilica, funicular trains to higher points on the mountain, or just start your exploration of the area.
The train station in Sitges is the main point of entry and exit for the town. It is not recommended to rent a car to get around Sitges as the area is quite small and pedestrian friendly. The beach is about a 5 to 10-minute walk south from here.
Currently the main train station serving Figueres. Close to the city center, which is home to the Dali museum, among other attractions.
The Tarragona train station is the main transportation point between Tarragona and surrounding areas like Barcelona. It is not recommended to rent a car as Tarragona is quite easy to get around by foot.
Quite possibly the most famous landmark in Barcelona. Gaudi's unfinished church has been under construction since 1892, and is one of the most impressive architectural feats known to man.<br><br>Advisory: Sagrada Familia is popular and can get crowded. Keep valuables close as pickpocketing can be an issue.<br><br>Recommended: The parks on either side of the church offer a nice space to sit and enjoy the majesty of Sagrada Familia. <br><br>Also, try to time your visit with sunset in order to catch the sunlight coming in through the stunning windows that line the church.
Probably Barcelona's most famous beach. Plenty of sun and gentle surf to be found along this stunning coastline. Pack a picnic or nosh at one of the restaurants on the sand.
The large, central square of the City of Barcelona. Located at the north end of La Rambla, the square connects the Old City (Ciutat Vella) with the newer Annex (Eixample).
One of the lesser known plazas in the city, Plaza - or Plaça - del Pi ("pee") contains a handful of lovely local shops, some of which have been owned and operated in the same space for generations. The Basilica de Santa Maria del Pi - Saint Mary of the Pine - is a 14th century Gothic basilica with a massive, ornate rosette stained glass window overlooking the plaza. Farmers markets happen here regularly, so keep an eye out for local wares like honeys, herbs, candles and much more!
This is a personal favourite of ours for those nights when we're craving the Irish pub experience. Tuesdays are trivia night, so bring a crew or join a table that will let you, and get in on the fun!
Similar to its more famous Parisian counterpart, Barcelona's Arc de Triomf is a large gate the marks the entrance to a walking street. It is the perfect place to start a stroll into Ciutadella Park to the south, or if you're lucky, you can catch one of the concerts or screened football matches that are occasionally hosted at the Arc.