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Barcelona, Spain for Families…
Barcelona, with its dark and twisty lanes and its open-air plazas, is an amazingly vibrant city that should be on every family’s bucket list. In fact, that is why I wrote this article about Barcelona, Spain for families because I want Americans to visit here.
When you think Spain, you may not think about the things Barcelona has to offer because you are thinking bullfights, flamenco, and paella, because these things are NOT what Barcelona is all about. Those things are further south in the Malaga, Granada. and Seville areas, as well as Madrid.
Spain is much more diverse than I thought at first, as my original images of the essence of Spain was not really what Catalonia is all about. This area is known more for its Catalan grub (tapas), Spanish wine (cava), and modernistic buildings by its most famous architect Antoni Gaudi.
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With family in tow, I am sure you can plan a visit to Barcelona without breaking the bank. Here are a few places I have discovered:
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Barcelona, Spain for Families…
Antoni Gaudi
Barcelona, Spain
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His work is a must-see on any trip to Barcelona, but I have discovered that sitting in the park across from his most famous piece, La Sagrada Familia, is just as satisfying as standing in line in the queues in order to get tickets to go inside! The amazing work of this building that is still under construction today is a sight to see. Take a light-weight blanket, picnic basket and sit in the park, so the kids can run around in the play park and you can enjoy people watching and spotting each detail of this incredible building.
Barcelona, Spain
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Barcelona, Spain
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There is also the stunning Park Guell, which is great for the kids to climb and run around and then go upstairs to the colorfully tiled platform for the magnificent views of the city.
Barcelona, Spain
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Barcelona, Spain
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Barcelona, Spain
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You will also not want to miss his Casa Batlló, which is easily accessed from the Passeig de Gracia, the main thoroughfare near Las Rambles.
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Barcelona, Spain for Families…
Wander down Las Ramblas:
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There is plenty to see and do here, as you can make your way to the biggest Barcelona public food market. No need for those expensive, fancy restaurants, here you and the kids can eat your way through lunch and have a snack that won’t break the bank!
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Barcelona, Spain
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Barcelona, Spain for Families…
Take a Gothic Quarter Walking Tour
I loved the Gothic Quarter with its dark and windy roads, but you can easily find yourself lost and so for this area, I have found that the walking tours are well worth the money (value) and I cannot recommend this area enough, as it is fabulous!
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Barcelona, Spain
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Climb up to Montjuic
Take the bus over to climb Montjuic, but if you just don’t have the energy, check the website for times, but go in the later afternoon so that you can see the fabulous rays of color and music that radiate out of the Montjuic Fountain each night.
No doubt you can find plenty of things to do on your trip to Barcelona, Spain for families.
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If you are following along in my series on Costa Brava, Spain (north of Barcelona):
Post #1: Costa Brava: Spain’s Northeast Coast, getting there
Post#2: Girona, Spain: Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend
Post #3: So, you want to go to Spain’s Brave Coast: Seaside LEstartit
Post #4: Medieval villages along the Costa Brava of Spain -Begur
Post #5 Where to stay in Begur: Hotel Aigua Blava
I love Barcelona. I went there last year, had a wonderful time. I can’t wait to go back and bring my family to visit these beautiful places.
I will be going back in September and can’t wait!
I have Barcelona on the list of places I would like to visit this year. Definitely loving your suggestions even though they are for families I will be checking them out as a solo traveler
I will be writing that one up on my next visit to Barcelona in September!
I didn’t get to visit Spain on my last trip to Europe, but it would be a wonderful destination. It looks like a lot of fun!
Yes, it is a wonderful destination.
I’ve seen how beautiful Barcelona is from a movie. I really love to visit that place someday.
You should visit sometime!
Barcelona is definitely on my travel list! These are great tips – I would love to take my girls!
Do it!! They would love it!
The pictures with some most tempting colors and wild architecture. I loved them, I have known Barcelona for its’ distinct architecture, though the fruits and spices add more twist to it. I have just been starting to fall in love with it.
awesome!
There are so many amazing things to do and see in Barcelona. If visiting this beautiful city with kids, I’d also recommend visiting the L’Aquarium Barcelona. I’m sure kids would love it!
Cool! I have not visited there yet! thanks for the info.
Barcelona, Spain is a place I would love to go see. It has so much history and beauty. The culture too is something amazing to see as well. The walking tour thru the Gothic Quarter would be amazing. Thanks for sharing the information.
I agree, thanks for reading!
I love Barcelona. A great place to take the family and explore. THe views from the castle on top of the hill overlooking the city is my top place to hit up.
That is a nice place too!
I would absolutely LOVE to visit Barcelona! It sounds like there are a ton of fun and affordable adventures to be had when there!
Barcelona is awesome and I am going back in September!
I really would like to make it to Spain. I have wanted to visit for quite some time, especially Barcelona. It always looked amazing and beautiful. Hope I can make it sometime soon.
Absolutely!
The imagery is breath taking! Barcelona has been on our bucket list, you may have just moved it up to the top!
You must visit!