Review of The Most Popular Family Activities In Barcelona
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This page will summarize some of the activities that are suitable for families in Barcelona and includes the site visitor feedback and suggested places to visit and stay when visiting Barcelona as a family group.
Site visitor Lillian from Darlington in the UK sent us some feedback on her experience with family activities in Barcelona:
Your site is very good. The transport info was the most useful, about the metro system and the T10 ticket. Also info on the airport transfer, and how to get to Montserrat. The list of children's activities was good. Tibidabo and Parc Güell went down very well with our 12 year old daughter.
There was plenty to do and see and we still didn't do the aquarium, zoo, beach or the Picasso Museum. We took the Barcelona Tours Bus - The Open Top Hop on Hop off Tour bus which was good to get our bearings.
We loved the city, stayed in an apartment just off the Ramblas, not too noisy.
I read your security guide, and took a bag that would go across the body etc. I'm glad you included that, as it made me more aware. Yet I still felt fairly comfortable travelling around.
I was disappointed with the Poble Espanyol, the artisan village. It didn't seem worth paying the entrance fee to see shops and restaurants that were closed.
Thank you Lillian for your feedback!
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Accommodation suitable for families in Barcelona. Not many people think of a holiday apartment rental but it offers many advantages over a hotel - and can work out cheaper for families. You have self catering facilities, and all the mod cons of home. See our page on Barcelona apartment rentals to learn more.
Family Friendly Hotels
On the link below we have created a list of "Family Friendly" hotels. These are hotels that are specifically suitable for families. They have rooms that can accommodate 4 or more people and some have self-catering facilities. We have specified in our reviews what each hotel provides. You can click on the name of any one of the hotels and read our in-depth review of it. We have also provided secure online booking links to each hotel if you would like to make your reservation.
Family friendly hotels in Barcelona
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Parc de La Ciutadella
Metro: Ciutadella Vila Olimpica (Yellow Line, L4) About 5 minutes walk from the metro. See our photo guide of Parc de La Ciutadella
The main park in the center of Barcelona is called Parc de La Ciutadella. It offers a number of activities that are great for families. The park has a lake in the center where you can hire a small row boat and paddle around to your hearts content. There are plenty of open spaces for the kids to run around and explore. Barcelona Zoo is also situated in the Park (see below).
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| Location of Barcelona Zoo to the nearest metro stop. Click for a magnified view of this map |
Barcelona Zoo
Metro: Ciutadella (Yellow Line, L4) about 10 minutes walk.
Official Web Site: www.zoobarcelona.cat
Tel: +34 90 245 7545
Barcelona Zoo is based in the Parc de la Ciutadella (see above) the best way to find it is to go to the park and to follow the signs to the Zoo. The zoo has a wide variety of animals on show and along with a restaurant, picnic area, a shop, electric cars, ponies and a mini-train. To get a full listing of the facilities and operating hours click on the official web site link found above.
Save 20% on your entrance ticket to the zoo with the Barcelona Card
How to book your Barcelona Zoo tickets online before your trip.
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| Location of Barcelona Aquarium to the nearest metro stop. Click for a magnified view of this map |
Barcelona Aquarium
Metro: Drassanes (Green Line, L3)
Address: L'Aquarium Barcelona
Moll d'Espanya del Port Vell
08039 Barcelona, España
Tel: +34 93 221 7474
Official web site: http://www.aquariumbcn.com
20% saving on the entrance ticket for the Barcelona Zoo with the Barcelona Card
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| Location of IMAX Cinema to the nearest metro stop. Click for a magnified view of this map |
Metro: Drassanes (Green Line, L3) 15 minutes walk
Address: Port Vell Barcelona
Moll d' Espanya
Tel: +34 93 225 1111
Official Web site: www.imaxiportvell.com
Save 20% on the entrance fee with the Barcelona Card
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| Magic Fountain of Montjuïc |
Magic Fountain of Montjuïc
Metro Espanya (Green Line, L3) and (Red Line, L1)10 minutes walk (Walk towards MNAC - the Catalan art museum that you will see between the two large towers at Plaça Espanya.
Water and music extravaganza each night. We have provided a comprehensive photo guide to the magic fountain of Montjuïc along with further information on this fabulous Barcelona attraction. Click here to learn more.
Barcelona Amusement Parks
1) Tibidabo amusement park is one of the three oldest parks in Europe. Located at the top of Tibidabo mountain it offers magnificient views of Barcelona. Tibidabo amusement park is only only 25 minutes from Plaça de Catalunya using a special bus service called the Tibibus. The bus leaves from Plaza Catalunya (in front of a building called "Caja Madrid").
The opening hours for Tibidabo theme park vary depending on the time of year and I recommend you check their official web site for information. Please note that Tibidabo is more of a fairground suitable for younger children than teens. For teens (and adults that still behave like they are in their teens) see Port Aventura below.
Tibibus - Bus service that will take you to Tibidabo theme park. When you arrive at the web site click the down arrow in the search box and scroll all the way down till you find the Tibibus.
Tibibus route.
Port Aventura Theme Park - Universal Studios - This amusement park is outside Barcelona (1 hour 20 minutes by train)
Port Aventura Tickets:
You can get there from Barcelona by RENFE trains from Barcelona Sants or Passeig de Gràcia in Barcelona city center. Look for trains on the Salou line and you need to get off at the station called Port Aventura. Alternatively you can catch a bus from Barcelona Sants rail station direct to the theme park.
The journey time to Port Aventura journey is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes from the city center. Please see our website Salou-Tourist-Guide.com for operating hours, admission fees, and details of their current attractions.
Operating hours for PortAventura
Illa Fantasia water park
This is a popular family waterpark that offers easy access by train from Barcelona. We have put together an in-depth review of the waterpark including how to get there, what it has to offer and how to buy tickets.
Illa Fantasia Family Water Park
Wax Museum (Museu de Cera)
Metro Drassanes (Green Line, L3) 5 minutes walk
Passage de la Blanca, 7 (Just off the Ramblas)
Official Web site: www.museocerabcn.com
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| Gaudí's Park Güell |
Parc Güell By Antoni Gaudí
Metro: Lesseps (Green Line, L3) On leaving the metro follow the street signposts for the park.
Opening hours from 10:00 (closing time varies for different times of year but is normally around 21:00).
Entrance Fee - Free
A wonderful park designed by the famous Antoni Gaudí. Review of Parc Güell
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Barcelona Beaches
There are 4 main beach areas all within easy access from the city center.
See our reviews on 4 of the most popular Barcelona Beaches.
Chocolate Restaurants in Barcelona: "Chocolate And Churros"
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| Churros and Chocolate at La Pallaresa Cafe |
Here in Barcelona you can find a very special thick chocolate drink that is accompanied by small shortbread. Together they are known as "Churros and Chocolate". Popular not only with families but anyone who loves chocolate. We have put together a review of some popular Granjas (Chocolate Restaurants) that serve Churros and Chocolate.