You can not miss visiting Barcelona if you enjoy good food, good weather and friendly locals. Barcelona is one of the more beautiful cities in Spain. It offers many activities from cultural visits, gastronomic experiences, parties...
I really recommend going on less touristic months. From April to June and from September to November are the best times to go in my opinion. I recommend visiting all the buildings by the architect Antoni Gaudi: La Pedrera, Sagrada Familia, Casa Batllo...
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Top spots to visit: Barceloneta Beach, Sagrada Familia, Parc Güell, La Pedrera, Casa Batllo
Hidden gems
I recommend staying in the neighbourhood Gracia it is near the city centre but is less touristic and cheaper
Destination recommendation
I reommend visiting Barcelona if you like good food, nice weather and friendly people
Pros
Good food
Friendly locals
Cons
Some robberies
Expensive city centre
Travel interest
Fans of city breaks
Christoph L.
5.0
Traveler type
Solo travellers
Time of travel
December
Length of stay
3 - 5 days
Review
My trip to Barcelona from 9 December to 12 December 2023 was a cool short city break. Barcelona is a city with many architectural masterpieces and great infrastructure. It is very culturally diverse and you can experience a lot. An absolute highlight is watching an FC Barcelona match or taking the harbour cable car. You can eat almost anywhere, there are thousands of options. The city is generally very expensive and crowded with tourists. Nevertheless, it is well worth seeing and the city can be easily explored by public transport.
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The first highlight was the FC Barcelona match. The second was a visit to the Opium Club. The third was a ride on the harbour cable car. And the last was the shopping street Las Ramblas.
Because the city really does have something for everyone.
Pros
Beautiful city
Lots of architecture
Cons
Many tourists
Very expensive city
Travel interest
Fans of city breaks
Ermin D.
5.0
Traveler type
Families
Time of travel
february
Length of stay
3 - 5 days
Review
Barcelona was a fascinating mix of lively culture, food and very different architecture. A city to experience, even for my little seven-year-old son it was very interesting, although city trips with him are not quite fun. All in all, most points in favour of Barcelona.
Highligts
The Sagrada Familia, La Rambla, the Gothic Quarter
Because it was breathtaking, we were in February 2023 and the weather was perfect, even in a T-shirt
Pros
La Rambla street is unique
Very full of life
Cons
Flight from Vienna was expensive
Many restaurants close and only open in the evening
Travel interest
Fans of city breaks
Selina B.
3.0
Traveler type
Group of friends
Time of travel
September
Length of stay
Weekend
Review
I took a day trip to Barcelona. My first impression was not that spectacular, because the city is already a beautiful city, but not so much that I would say I absolutely have to go there again. However, the Sagrada Familia was extraordinary. The entrance fee is quite expensive, but it was more than worth it. An indescribably beautiful church and definitely an experience. Gaudi's works in Barcelona are generally worth seeing.
Highligts
Sagrada Familia
Hidden gems
Free viewpoints
Destination recommendation
Sagrada Familia
Pros
Sagrada Familia
Gaudi
Cons
Partly dirty
Many tourists
Travel interest
Fans of city breaks
Fickt E.
4.0
Traveler type
Group of friends
Time of travel
June
Length of stay
2 weeks
Review
Barcelona really impressed me! The Sagrada Familia is amazing, so impressive and the atmosphere in GaudÃ's Park Güell was totally relaxed and colourful.
I was lucky with the food - tapas in a small bar were a hit. Patatas bravas and gambas al ajillo, really tasty! And a paella right on the beach was a highlight.
Getting around Barcelona was really easy. The metro was super practical and many places could be easily reached on foot.
On my next visit, I would probably try to avoid the mega-crowded tourist hotspots. La Rambla was cool, but quite crowded. But overall, Barcelona was an absolute highlight of my trip!
Highligts
The Sagrada Familia
Hidden gems
Park Güell by GaudÃ
Destination recommendation
It is a beautiful city with many sights.
Pros
Many sights
Relaxed atmosphere
Cons
Dirty roads
Overcrowded metro
Travel interest
Fans of city breaks
Discovering beautiful Barcelona in a vacation home
Barcelona is the capital of the autonomous region of Catalonia. If you are a lover of sun, relaxation and the sea, this city will know how to pamper you, delighting you with its wonderful monuments, waterfront, city and natural landscapes, lots of fun and an atmosphere that is always magical and lively, all year round. By choosing an apartment near, say, Plaça Catalunya, the Sagrada Familia or, again, the Gothic Quarter, you can prepare yourself to explore the best the city has to offer.
Greetings from Barcelona - find your perfect holiday villa in Spain!
Spend your next holiday in the metropolis of Barcelona enriched in history and culture. Located on the Mediterranean coast, this city is bustling with cosmopolitan charm; it is the capital of the region of Catalonia. With a wide range of affordable holiday accommodations, you are spoilt for choice. From holiday villas with private swimming pools to modern city apartments located in the city centre, you will find the perfect apartment for your Barcelona getaway.
Catalonia’s capital boast of beautiful scenery, architectural attractions entertainment and nightlife. Delve into the beautiful city, put on your walking boots; discover and explore its hidden beauty. Getting around the city is very easy and convenient with the metro and trams. To take in more of the Barcelona, why not rent a bike or walk around the city. Barcelona is the second largest city, after Madrid and offers phenomenal infrastructure and a diverse city layout, to say the least!
Explore the Catalonian Paradise
Start your Barcelona adventure by strolling down the famous Las Ramblas pedestrian walkway! Popular with tourists and locals, here you will encounter Spanish style out in full colour. Made up of shops and mosaic pavement, the street is sandwiched between the Gothic Quarter with its interesting buildings and Cathedral of Santa Eulalia, and the El Raval area, made up of bars, restaurants and clubs. Besides been famous holiday destination for culture enthusiast and avid hikers, is the city a mecca for fashionistas. Be sure to see a performance at the Palau de la Musica Catalana, a cultural icon that is symbolic of the local pride of the Catalonians, who are a fine and cultured people with its own traditions. See classical music performances with full-fledged orchestras, as well as classical guitar pieces performed by the masters and an occasional flamenco performance. Barcelona offers a wealth of holiday rentals ranging from historic and luxury apartments. Enjoy an amazing stay in the Northeast of Spain.
With relatively hot temperatures throughout the year, the city of Barcelona is not only great for sightseeing, but also sun-bathing on the beach! Whether you are traveling solo or as a group, spend a day or two on the Barceloneta Beach III and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of the Catalonian paradise, try your hand at building sandcastles or for those more adventurous, why not check out water sports are available in the area. Cool down from the heat as you jet-ski, scuba dive, surf or participate in other water activities. If you go far out enough into the water, you will be able to see the beautiful islands of Ibiza and Palma in the distance! Afterwards, relax and rejuvenate in your Casamundo apartment in Barcelona. Our holiday rentals are in close vicinity to the beach.
Experience stunning views and moonlight walks of Spain in Barcelona
Music and open air events near your vacation home in Barcelona
By staying at your vacation rentals in Barcelona, you will have the opportunity to attend one of the most important music events in Europe and the world! Primavera Sound is by far the most important music festival in the European scene and has been held for a few days every year in early June in the city of Barcelona since 2004. The festival has hosted many artists, belonging to different musical genres, from alternative and independent music, to rock, to pop and electronic. At this prestigious festival, the likes of Smashing Pumpkins, Björk, The Cure and Arcade Fire have performed over the years.
Vacation accommodation in Barcelona, the city of Gaudi and soccer
Basilica of the Sagrada Familia
A visit to the Sagrada Familia, the famous basilica designed by Antonio Gaudi, an exponent of Catalan modernism, is certainly not to be missed. This imposing basilica, under continuous construction, is the symbol of Barcelona.
Gothic Quarter
The so-called Gothic Quarter is the center of the old city. If during the day it is a popular place for monuments such as the Cathedral, at night it fills up with young people who enliven the many clubs.
Camp Nou
It doesn't matter if you are a soccer lover or not: Camp Nou is definitely worth a visit. It is the largest stadium in Europe and contains an interesting museum inside.
Parco Güell
Do you feel like admiring the city from above? Visit Park Güell, designed by Gaudi. Consisting of various gardens and architectural elements, you can enjoy a wonderful view from there.
Casa Batlló
Also designed by Gaudi, Casa Battlló, located on Passeig de Grà cia, is a unique and special palace to say the least. Go inside as well so you don't miss a single little detail.
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We collected 3,745 reviews from travellers who stayed in Barcelona. Holiday homes in this destination received an average rating of 4.1/5.
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What are the most popular accommodations in Barcelona?
The most booked accommodations in Barcelona are apartment rental and house rentals. We search from more than 2,208 accommodations in Barcelona to help you find the perfect place to stay during your trip.
What does it cost to rent a holiday home in Barcelona?
With Casamundo, you will find holiday rentals in Barcelona starting from as little as £30. On average, properties in Barcelona will have a size of 121 m² (House rentals) and 77 m² (Apartment rental).
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