Hi, Planning a long weekend in Barcelona in middle of Jan 08. Any good tips on hostels/cheap hotels/good places to eat/unmissable things to do?? I've just got back from Rome but a lot of great things we discovered and good tips were not in any travel guide so best to here from peeps that have been there! Any tips appreciated! Cheers.
2007-09-23 06:31:39 · 10 answers · asked by Flossie 3 in Travel ➔ Europe (Continental) ➔ Other - Europe
Cheap, not, Barcelona is expensive, nice city, excellent food, I don´t know about hostels, just hotels but are nice five stars, beauty and the people is kind. Go to Salamanca restaurant, but is not cheap.
2007-09-25 13:04:49 · answer #1 · answered by Mr. Graham 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I assume that your hotel in in the Gothic quarter and your flight lands you at Girona. So as to avoid a long walk from the bus stop in Barcelona dragging your suitcase behind you, Please take a taxi. It's worth it to avoid the hassle and it will not be too expensive Fact 1. Gerona / Girona Airport is the Stanstead (London ) of Barcelona. It is 40 miles away in another province. Fact 2 Take the bus from the airport to Barcelona. Fact 3 Petty theft is not as bad as they say it is. Would you put a valuable camera on your belt? Would you buy a carnation from a thieving Gypsy? Of course you will not! Another good reason for taking that taxi. What you must do in BCN is just wander about looking in all old and quaint shops. The town is really quite safe and I´ve wandered all over the old parts of town without any trouble. I see no point of going to an empty football ground. A match? ..............well that would be great! The Sagrada Familia is worth seeing.Go early to miss the mobs. Once in,walk right through to the other side and take the lift from there (one euro). The queue is less. YOU WILL HAVE A GREAT TIME!!!! .
2016-05-17 04:44:59 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For a room, check on http://www.loquo.com where individuals often rent out their rooms for a week or so, works out much cheaper than a hotel.
Visit the park de collserola, the largest metropolitan park in Europe. From there you can hike to the tower where you can go up for 5e and see all of barcelona. More info. here http://www.barcelonaexplore.com/barcelonaforless.html
2007-09-25 08:10:31 · answer #3 · answered by ciara_c 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
For accommodation I'd try http://www.holiday-velvet.com/barcelona as they deal with apartment rentals in barcelona and it is a great way to stay in Barcelona.
For things to do. You have to go and see an FC Barcelona game! You can easily get tickets through a company such as http://www.spanishfootballtickets.com
2007-09-26 03:02:15 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be very careful about getting into lifts, as I nearly had my wallet robbed by a group in a lift close to the main bus and train station. These people are very organised, but do not wish to draw attention to themselves. Keep your hand on your wallet and bag, and you'll be fine.
2007-09-23 22:22:16 · answer #5 · answered by Orla C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
old know all is right.....do not walk about with valubles ,barcelona is full of thieves ,muggers,pick pockets the lot.i dont want to scare you,just doing what you asked,giving you advice. dont under any circumstances walk about with more than you need to,keep everything to a minimum,and what you do take keep it fastened,locked,and close to you and never get distracted by anything.
best advice i can give you...take care.
2007-09-24 10:18:49 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a wallet that chains to your belt.
2007-09-23 06:42:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah take plenty of money!
2007-09-23 06:40:11 · answer #8 · answered by Blokheed 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
WATCH OUT FOR THE BULL FIGHTER
2007-09-23 06:44:59 · answer #9 · answered by ken p 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go there and stay there Britian is a sh*t hole......
2007-09-23 06:41:07 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋