The capital of Spanish tourism, Barcelona is loved by travelers for its varied options for a vibrant, action-packed vacation. In addition to city attractions, the surroundings of the Catalan capital deserve special attention. When choosing where to go from Barcelona, it is worth marking several of the most popular routes on the map.
Just one day
Favorite excursion destinations from Barcelona:
- The seaside town of Blanes is famous not only for its magnificent beaches, but also for its botanical garden. Its main inhabitants are cacti, of which there are hundreds of species in Jardin Botanic Marimurtra. A popular walking place for the townspeople is located on the top of a cliff, and Blanes is only 70 km away from Barcelona.
- First-class brandy invites you to taste the city of Reus, 110 km from the capital of Catalonia. It was here that the great Gaudi was born.
- The ruins of the times of Ancient Rome can be seen in Tarragona. The amphitheater and the Roman forum sit side by side with the 12th century cathedral.
- The great Dali once lived in Cadaques. A museum is open in his house, and the natural landscapes surrounding Cadaques are worthy of the brush of the greatest painter. The local diving center deserves special praise.
- Sitges is the closest festival venue to Barcelona. But not only the holidays attract many guests - the pristine beaches of Sitges are located just 35 km from the capital of Catalonia.
- Goyesca's spectacular bullfight takes place in early autumn in the city of Ronda. In addition to bullfighting, guests are attracted by the opportunity to cross the Puente Nuovo bridge through a deep gorge and walk along the streets where Ernest Hemingway loved to be.
Choosing where to go from Barcelona on your own, you should not only think over the route, but also choose the transport. The best way to travel by car is to use a car navigator.
Make a wish
The spiritual center of Catalonia, 50 km from its capital, is the Montserrat Monastery. It was founded in the 11th century by Benedictine monks, and the altar chapel was designed by Antoni Gaudí several centuries later.
The monastery houses a shrine of Catalonia, a 12th century statue of Our Lady of black poplar, the touch of which brings happiness and good fortune.
The easiest way to get to the monastery from Barcelona is by train from the Espanya train station, located on the R5 metro line. There is a ticket office next to the platform where tickets are sold. The price of the issue is about 20 euros for a round-trip ticket. Get off at Monistrol Vila station. The ascent to the monastery itself is possible using a cable car or funicular.
Every day at 1 pm, a boys' choir is performing at Montserrat Monastery.
Port of joy
PortAventura amusement park is another must-see route from Barcelona, especially if there are children in the company. Just an hour by train, and guests find themselves on the best European attractions, many of which are world records for height and popularity.
The price of an adult ticket is about 45 euros, a child ticket is 39 euros. The site of the amusement park - www.portaventura.com, where there is a Russian version, will tell you about discounts and rules for visiting.
