Barcelona, the name of this historic Catalan city, is nearly as lovely as the seaside metropolis itself.
Ciudad Condal (formerly the seat of the Count of Barcelona), the destination, stays with everybody who walks through the amazing architecture and the breezy plaças.
Besides the dazzling Mediterranean Sea, Barcelona, located in northern Spain, is a vibrant melting pot of culture, with world-renowned food, famous art, music, and more.
If you visit this sunny city, you'll spend your days visiting the vibrant barrios, walking along the beach, strolling through luscious green areas, and finding gem after gem—some well-known, like Park Güell or Camp Nou, and others hidden, like Santa Caterina.
THINGS TO SEE AND DO
Visit Gothic Quarter
The Gothic Quarter (Barri Gòtic) is Barcelona's oldest area. It is home to many of the city's finest attractions, including the Cathedral of Barcelona and a scattering of Roman ruins. Yes, it will be crowded, but getting lost in its twisting medieval alleyways and lanes is still one of the great pleasures of visiting Barcelona.
Wander Gaudi’s Architecture
Gaudi is Barcelona's most renowned architect, and his work can be seen all around the city. His unique style of fusing Gothic and Art Nouveau is distinctive and well-known across the globe. Park Güell, Sagrada Familia, Casa Batlló, and Casa Milà are the highlights.
Enjoy the Beach
Barceloneta Beach is a long stretch of beach that is a short walk from the city centre and has several eateries along the promenade. You'll find some calmer beaches if you stroll farther down the coast (I recommend Nova Icaria and St. Pol de Mar).
THE BEST BEACHES
Here are the 8 Best Beaches in Barcelona:
Bogatell Beach
Barceloneta Beach
Nova Icària
Mar Bella
Sant Sebastià
Nova Mar Bella
Somorrostro
Llevant
WHAT TO EAT
Barcelona boasts a wide range of cuisine alternatives to suit any budget. In reality, they have one of the best restaurants and pubs per capita in Europe. However, do your homework before you arrive, or you'll likely wind yourself overpaying for poor-quality meals.
Also, keep in mind that lunch is often the largest meal of the day, and most people don't eat supper until about 10 p.m., so plan accordingly.
TAPAS, AND SEAFOOD PAELLA
Tapas are popular in Spain. Tapas are generally little servings of single foods designed to be snacked on at bars/restaurants, but many people build a meal out of trying several types of tapas.
Because Barcelona is situated on the shore, seafood paella (and seafood in general) is particularly popular.
WHERE TO STAY?
Casa Bonay
Casa Bonay's bread and butter are building basic, ecological places that instill in visitors a feeling of local culture and community. With plenty of greenery and a simple, stylish interior design (created in collaboration with local designers), the bright and airy mood of this 19th-century house-turned-hotel reflects that of the city itself.
Cotton House Hotel (Eixample)
The hotel has an attractive library, a restaurant and cocktail bar, a terrace, and a rooftop pool, in addition to 83 pleasant rooms. Check out the property's one-of-a-kind spiral staircase, erected in 1957 and is the only one of its types in Europe.
El Palauet Barcelona
These six exquisite suites (each with two bedrooms) exemplify Spanish beauty in a hotel setting. El Palauet is situated in Casa Bonaventura Ferrer, the renowned modernist edifice created by Pere Falqués I Urp in 1906 and is strategically located along with the famed tourist and commercial centre Passeig de Gràcia.
Hotel 1898
Hotel 1898 is located directly along the tree-lined pedestrian section of La Rambla. The comfortable rooms vary from classic to premium, and there are two levels of tastefully outfitted suite choices.
THE BEST BARS
If there's one thing Barcelona has in plenty, it’s bars. Every neighbourhood in the city has so much to offer that picking where to meet for a drink might be difficult. We've compiled a list of the greatest bars in Barcelona to help you decide whether you like wine, beer, vermouth, or a cocktail.
CocoVail Beer Hall
Dry Martini
Vai Moana
Paradiso
El Diset
Attic Terrace at Ayre Hotel Rosellón
Dr Stravinsky
Bar Marsella
Harlem Jazz Club
El Bosc de Les Fades
REACH BARCELONA BY PRIVATE JET FLIGHTS
Those in the know charter a private jet to and from Barcelona for the most convenient transportation alternatives, from busy business travellers who fly here often to participate in high-powered negotiations to tourists who are drawn to Barcelona's legacy and culture.
Why should you travel with Astute Aviation to Barcelona?
Astute Aviation is the UK's top private jet charter firm with years of expertise. We are accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to ensure that your trips are easy and pleasant. Choose Astute Aviation and benefit from:
It takes just two and a half hours to go from Manchester to Barcelona.
Get picked up at your desired place.
Enjoy unrivalled onboard service, including your favourite foods and beverages.
Allow Astute Aviation to handle all of your transports to and from your ultimate destination in Barcelona.
Read our Barcelona travel guide above for ideas or contact us to book your favourite hotel or restaurant.
AIRPORTS IN BARCELONA FOR PRIVATE CHARTER FLIGHTS
Spain has a plethora of private jet airports, allowing customers to arrive at their destination quickly and with as little ground transfer time as possible.
Larger airports, such as those in Madrid and Barcelona, have specialised terminals and FBO facilities that provide privacy and quick arrival and departure. Because there are no lines to pass through customs or check-in, you may arrive at the airport as little as 15 minutes before your flight.
Among the most popular private jet airports in Spain are:
Madrid Barajas International Airport
Barcelona El Prat International Airport
Girona Costa Brava Airport
Malaga Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Ibiza Airport
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