Hubby and I are planning on going to Barcelona in September. I'm at uni and on a full time placement so I'm not able to earn money at the mo. My lovely hubby has said he'll pay for us both to go.
We still don't want to spend a fortune as money is a little tight but at the same time don't want to stay in a total hole. Can anyone recommend anywhere to stay that's reasonably priced and within walking distance of the main attractions? I'm thinking £100 a night for a room would be the absolute maximum we could afford.
Also does anyone have any recommendations for things to do that aren't too expensive?
Thanks.
I adore Barcelona and live just a 4 and a half hour drive away. I have been known to drive there and back in the same day just to do some shopping and soak up the amazing atmosphere.
For several years I was there every other week competing and before that I was a guide.
I would recommend you stay as close to the city and La Rambla as possible to get the most out of your holiday. The Hotel Moderno
C/ Hospital 11, La Rambla, Barcelona, Spain 8001 is about 100 pounds a night and is actually on La Rambla. Might be as well to check availability now if you fancy it. There is also a system here called Bancotel. You buy prepaid vouchers for your hotel and it is really cheap for good hotels. If you would like me too I can get you more details from my local travel agents We used them all the time when we were competing . Here you pay for the room and not the person. There are some good deals around
As has been said a tour is a must. You can jump on an open top bus but beware there are at least 3 different tour. For my money the best one is the Historic Tour which takes in The Sagrada Familia and a lot of Gaudis works. You can get on and off at any of the stops. There is so much to see and do it takes careful planning.
A walk in the Barrio Gotico is a must. This is just off La Rambla.
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The cathedral is amazing.
The market La Boqueria is also on La Rambla and is a fascinating place.
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If you walk to the port end of La Rambla, you just keep walking with the Plaza Catalunia to your back, you will come to the port and there you will find a Catamaran where you can board and have a drink and tapas or just a drink. Fantastic !!!
If you stay close to la Rambla you can walk to most of the City Centre attractions. The shopping is amazing. Between the Plaza Catalunia and the Gothic area there is a myriad of tiny, narrow streets packed with lovely little shops.
For tapas my favourite place is at the beginning of La Rambla If you stand with your back to the Plaza Catalunia and walk down La Rambla it is not very far down and on your right hand side . It only has about 4 tables outside but has loads inside .The tapas are amazing and so many to choose from.
Have a drink one night outside on La Rambla you will get a free cabaret show. It is amazing. Bands, acrobats, tumblers, mummers.
However beware of pickpockets they are so active in Barcelona and work in groups. Watch your bags and your wallets.
I could go on for ever. I love Barcelona.
You will enjoy your time there so much.
How long are you going for ????