Book Cheap Barcelona Short Breaks

Summary

Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain and is the capital and most populous city of the region of Catalonia. Located on the Northeast coast of the Iberian Peninsula, Barcelona faces the Mediterranean Sea giving it a wonderful climate. The city of Barcelona attracts visitors from all over the world making it one of the major tourist destinations in Europe. The city is full of historic culture and is full of energy, so book your fantastic city breaks to Barcelona today with Book-Cheap-Holidays.

Things to do

Holidays to Barcelona are filled with culture heritage. Barcelona is a major tourist destination and is renowned for its famous architectural sites by such designers as Antoni Gaudí and Lluís Domènech i Montaner, some of which have been voted UNESCO World Heritage Sites. There is so much to see on your Barcelona holidays, so you'll never be short of things to do. A site not to be missed is the remarkable Sagrada Família, although unfinished this amazing building is some of famous architect, Antoni Gaudí's best work, and can be seen from all over the city. There is also Gaudí's other masterpieces to be seen such as the Park Güell, Casa Milà and Casa Batlló. There is also the stunning Gothic Cathedral of Santa Eulalia, The Palau Nacional.

Other popular excursions when on holidays in Barcelona include a trip to Sitges and the well-known monastery at Montserrat. For entertainment, head to Las Ramblas, Barcelona's most famous boulevard, where you can experience the hustle and bustle of the main shopping and entertainment area. The streets are lined with market stalls, street entertainers, designer stores, bars, cafes and restaurants, and the entertainment continues throughout the night. The Gothic quarter is also an excellent spot for treating yourself. Along the beautiful Mediterranean coast, Barcelona has seven beaches on which to relax and enjoy the sun. There are also some well-loved Costa Brava beach resorts to visit to the north. For the more active tourist you could have a go at trekking through the coastal mountain ranges or even try and climb the highest peak, Tibidabo, which rewards you with magnificent views over the city.

Flights & Accommodation

At Book-Cheap-Holidays you can search for amazing cheap holidays to Barcelona and book that city break that you've been dreaming of. You can look through our extensive range of hotels in Barcelona and book it separately from your ideal flights to Barcelona, so you don't have to give up any of your preferences and you can get a cheaper deal. You can fly from most major UK airports to Barcelona International Airport, which is only 8 miles from the city and flight time is a mere 2 hours.

Quick Facts

• it is the second largest in Spain Location; Western Europe, Northeast Spain
• Language; Spanish and Catalan are both official languages and English is spoken in most tourist attractions
• Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain
• Barcelona International Airport is the second-largest airport in Spain
• The Sagrada Família has been under construction since 1882 and is not due to be completed until 2026