The main tourist asset of Spain is Barcelona. On the Iberian Peninsula, this city is the second largest city. Barcelona is located in the northeastern part of the country and is considered the capital of the Catalonia region. The city is considered to be quite expensive compared to other Spanish cities. But prices in Barcelona are not as exorbitant as in European capitals.
Accommodation in Barcelona
Hotel room prices are not very high. In popular hotels with 3-4 * you can rent a room for 80-160 euros during the high season. This is possible if you book your seats in advance. Any hotels in the city are available, even those located in central areas and close to attractions. For tourists who like a budget vacation, there are two star hotels and hostels. Housing prices in them are in the range of 50-60 euros. If you need high-quality service, then book a room in 4-5 * hotels, where excellent rooms cost about 200 euros or more.
Excursions in Barcelona
All the sights of the city are concentrated in one place. Therefore, walking tours are very popular in Barcelona. To get to know the historical monuments, you do not have to get to them by transport. On a walking tour, you can explore Gaudí's heritage, walk in Park Guell and visit the Sagrada Familia. Tourists are happy to walk around the Gothic Quarter, where there are ancient streets. The cost of an individual excursion is 25-50 euros. All kinds of tours around Barcelona are popular. The cost of long tours is quite affordable for tourists with an average income. A little more than 830 euros is an excursion tour along the route Barcelona - Costa Brava - Figueiros - Nice - Monaco - Monte Carlo - San Remo - Cannes - Nice - Barcelona.
The cost of transport services in Barcelona:
- travel card for the first zone for 1 day - 6.20 euros (valid for buses, trains and metro);
- Metro fare - 1.45 euros;
- ticket for 10 passages in the 1st zone - 8.25 euros;
- a monthly pass - 51 euros.
Food in Barcelona:
Food in the restaurant from the Fresc Co. network is perfect for tourists. There you will find a wide selection of varied, tasty and inexpensive dishes. This chain specializes in Mediterranean food and healthy eating. In Barcelona and the surrounding area, there are 18 establishments belonging to this network. At the entrance, the guest pays € 9.95 on weekdays and € 11.95 on holidays and weekends. After that, he can choose any dishes he likes. The assortment of the Fresc Co restaurant includes gazpacho, paella, tortilla, omelettes, pizza, grill, sweets, coffee, tea and various juices.
Updated: 2020.02.
