Le Guide du Routard 2012 recommande Cocoonbarcelona pour une location d'appartement à Barcelone. Page 105 dans la rubrique LOCATIONS D'APPARTEMENTS … [Read more...]
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For those just in Barcelona for a few days but who are keen to make the most of their trip and see all the best sights and attractions then consider hiring a tourist guide as they have the knowledge to show you a great time and can ensure you have the best possible tour experience. The Sagrada Familia and Antonio Gaudi, Montjuic, the Gothic Quarter, Las Ramblas, the list is endless and you don’t want to miss anything about this fascinating place. Arrange to join a group or book your very own private tour and learn all about the history of each district, and the customs and traditions of the Catalan people. Choose self catering apartments Barcelona for your travel needs. If you prefer to be independant simply go online where there is plenty of information about what to do and see in the city including maps, reviews, hotel and apartment accommodation, and where to eat and drink. Barcelona is a cosmopolitan city packed with restaurants, bars and clubs , its history is long and interesting and it pays to learn a little about the place while you are here. The city can keep you busy for weeks but most people are limited in time and keen to see the highlights.
Barcelona Travel guide – Guide du Routard Barcelone 2012 recommande Cocoonbarcelona
February 10, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Ramblas human statues Barcelona
December 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Street art and street performers line Las Ramblas from Barcelona and create a truly unique vibe with-in this beautiful city. True enough, you will find street performers in many other European cities but Barcelona is some how the authority on this “industry”, and you will see an incredibly high level of professionalism here, … [Read more...]
Wheelchair Accessible Barcelona
October 3, 2011 By 1 Comment
An american family : Krista Rausin, her husband Eric and their children Arielle and Kai, rented one of our apartment, the Fira centric 10 in September 2011 and really appreciated it. Their daughter, Arielle, is on wheelchair after a car accident. The Reeve foundation ( from actor Christopher Reeve) posted the first article "Compassion in … [Read more...]
Barcelona Cruise Terminal
August 29, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Barcelona Cruise Terminal Arriving in Barcelona, cruise passengers can easily enjoy Barcelona. The cruise terminals are at walking distance to the famous Ramblas (not like in Roma, where the terminals are located at 70 km from the center) . There are 9 terminals in Barcelona. Many different cruises start from Barcelona : The carnival … [Read more...]
Fietsverhuur Barcelona: Ontdek Barcelona op de Fiets
December 3, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Barcelona is een overzichtelijke stad en ideaal om op de fiets te ontdekken. Met de komst van Bicing ( Barcelona´s witte fietsenplan) zijn er meer fietspaden aangelegd en daarmee is fietsen in Barcelona veel veiliger geworden. Bicing is niet voor iedereen te gebruiken, maar er zijn vele fietsverhuur bedrijven waar je een fiets per uur of per dag … [Read more...]
Visit Montserrat from Barcelona
November 19, 2010 By Leave a Comment
History According to Catholic tradition, the statue of the Black Virgin of Montserrat was carved by St. Luke around 50 AD and brought to Spain. It was later hidden from the Moors in a cave (Santa Cova, the Holy Grotto), where it was rediscovered in 880 AD. According to the legend of the discovery, which was first recorded in the 13th … [Read more...]
Enjoy Riding a Vespa in Barcelona
June 18, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Via VESPA Carrer Princesa 56 Born Area near the Ciutadella park 08003 Barcelona Phone 93 319 67 54 Website Via Vespa Feel Barcelona, enjoy riding a red vespa through Barcelona. PRICE 9 €/hour 59 €/day Guided tours on request … [Read more...]
Cooltra Scooter Rent Barcelona
May 5, 2010 By Leave a Comment
COOLTRA slogan is Move like a local If you want to discover Barcelona and you don´t want to go by foot, by bicycle or using the public transport a very good option is to rent a scooter. There are many scooters riding in Barcelona. Cooltra is the leading scooter rental company in Spain. With more than 1.000 motos in Barcelona, Ibiza, … [Read more...]
Barcelona Beaches Guide
March 26, 2010 By 1 Comment
Since 1992 , year of Barcelona Olympic games, there are 4.2 km of golden sandy beaches only 10 mins from the city centre. 1) The Barceloneta Beach. This is the first beach close to city centre. You can get there with metro (yellow line) stop Barceloneta. Walk on the Passeo Joan Borbo full of sea food restaurants, cafés with terrace. At the end … [Read more...]
Barcelona City Guide: La Barceloneta
February 11, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Metro stop Barceloneta Let’s go to the playa by tube? Barcelona: 4km of beaches, 10 min away from the centre & 272 sunny days a year. Get tanned on the beach, dive into the waves, surf, windsurf and kitesurf. Go jogging, roller-skating or cycling on the Passeig Maritim or wander in the marina while taking a look at the beautiful yachts … [Read more...]
Barcelona City Guide: El Raval
February 11, 2010 By 1 Comment
El Raval is a multicultural neighbourhood divided in two parts by the Carrer Hospital. NORTHERN PART: the most interesting. Popular terraces, cheap (but often delicious) restaurants, and bars next to lounge cafés, alternative boutiques, New Age book shops, and amazing international exhibition halls. MACBA : contemporary art museum from the … [Read more...]
Barcelona City Guide: Gracia
February 11, 2010 By 1 Comment
This district, an ancient village enclosed in Barcelona’s city centre is a favourite. Shops, retro and trendy boutiques, nice restaurants, bars and cafés, charming little squares… Take it easy & enjoy a sunny nap or a shady coffee. Musicians, designers and artists of all sorts have made this Bohemian neighbourhood one the nicest in … [Read more...]
Barcelona City Guide: Eixample
February 11, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The new city: an extension to the north of the city built up at the end of the 19th c. It is the economic, commercial and fashion hub of Barcelona. To see: Gaudi’s main masterpieces. Passeig de Gràcia : the Champs-Elysées of Barcelona. A wide avenue lined with the most famous modernist buildings: casa Mila, casa Battlo. The best fashion … [Read more...]
Barcelona City Guide: El Born
February 11, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The fashionable youth have turned this working-class area into the trendiest place in town, where yesterday’s charm blends with today’s lifestyle. Art galleries, fashion shops, design stores, traditional pubs, quality food; it’s the locals’ favourite neighbourhood. Not too crowded & close to the Barceloneta harbour and beaches. Medieval … [Read more...]
Barcelona City Guide: Gotic quarter – Rambla
February 11, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The historical centre of Barcelona from Plaza Catalunya to the old harbour alongside the Rambla. Medieval streets, gorgeous buildings, prestigious or peaceful squares. Trendy shops, friendly restaurants, tapas bars and all you need for a fiesta by night. Day and night, the streets are flooded with locals, tourists, students & young people … [Read more...]
Discover Barcelona with our City Guides – select an area
February 11, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Select an area for more details: El Gotic - Rambla, El Born, Eixample, Gracia, El Raval, La Barceloneta El Gotic - Rambla The historical centre of Barcelona from Plaza Cataluna down to the old harbour (Columbus statue), alongside the Rambla: 1,3 km... To be seen : The Ramblas & the living statues The Plaza … [Read more...]
Barcelona Metro Walks
January 12, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Barcelona Metro Walks 7 routes by metro to discover Barcelona Price 12,50 €/ route including a 2 days pass for metro, bus, a map of the metro, a map of one intinary , explanations and photos of the main buildings, monuments you can see on the way. You can buy this Metro Walks ticket at the Turist office down the stairs on Plaza … [Read more...]
Barcelona Metro – Taxi
January 6, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Metro Schedule From Monday to Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holidays from 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. Fridays from 5 a.m. to 2 a.m. Saturdays non stop service 24/24 hours as on January 1st, June 24th, August 15th, September 24th WEBsite from Barcelona Metro and Bus infos Impressions of Barcelonas metro: … [Read more...]
Discover the best of Barcelona with Barcelona Guide Bureau
December 30, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Barcelona Guide Bureau is a well know company in Barcelona, offering guided tours since 1990. For travellers who want more than just a superficial view of the city, you have BGB and its professional team of guides and interpreters specialized in different fields. With tours in over 7 languages and the important acknowledgment that no two clients … [Read more...]
Flamenco Barcelona
December 28, 2009 By Leave a Comment
LOS TARANTOS Plaza Reial 17 Barcelona (Ramblas) Ph : 93 31 83 067 Metro Liceu (L3) WEB Los Tarantos Show everyday at 8.30 pm 9.30 pm 10.30 pm . July and August show everyday at 6.30 pm, 7.30 pm, 8.30 pm, 9.30 pm, 10.30 pm and 11.30pm The show lasts half an hour. It is not necessary to make a reservation. Easy booking … [Read more...]