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Holidays with children in Barcelona – Arrive in Barcelona, moving to Barcelona, Barcelona Family Attractions and Parks, playgrounds and beaches

In recent years, Barcelona has become one of the most popular tourist destinations, and it is not difficult to understand why. With its mild climate throughout the year, its vanguard burgeoning gastronomy, its fabulous beaches, proximity to the Costa Brava and skiing trails and its eclectic mix of shops, capital of Catalonia can be proud than it has to offer to visitors. Transformed by the 1992 Olympics, the city has drawn millions of curious and independent travelers in recent years has become increasingly popular as a destination for the family. Mumabroad.com website, a local site written by parents living in Barcelona with the recommendations of local mothers, learn why the city has much to offer children, accommodation and restaurants for kids in its many outdoor activities and excursions.

Arriving in Barcelona with children

Today there are many airlines operating to and from Barcelona and it is no wonder most visitors arriving by air. Below is a list of some options on how to get to downtown. The most popular option is the bus from the airport by their frequency and ease of access to the airport. Taxis can be expensive and most do not have car seats but Spanish law requires that all children under three must use a booster seat. Otherwise, it will lead to a fine of 90 euros.

Barcelona Taxi
Outside terminal arrivals, is the ranking of taxis at the airport in Barcelona. Fares cost about 25 euros and Barcelona travel time is approximately 30 minutes.

Buses from Barcelona Airport
Barcelona Airport Bus stops in front of terminals A, B (Arrivals) and C, and takes passengers to the city center (Plaza Catalunya). Departures from Monday to Saturday from the airport six hours-one hours, and the Plaza de Catalunya 5:30 to 0:15. Buses run every 7-15 minutes. Fee: 3.90 euros

Train from Barcelona Airport
The train station at Barcelona Airport is located opposite the arrivals and departure halls. The C10 is going to Barcelona Sants and hard approximately 30 minutes and costs 2.50 euros. The first train from the airport at 6 am and trains run every 30 minutes until 23:44. Barcelona Sants, you probably have to take the subway or a taxi, as it is not in the center of the city.

Moving to Barcelona with children

In Barcelona Subway
Barcelona Metro is not a popular choice for young families visiting the city, due to the fact that they are a limited number of elevators for strollers, which means that access of trains can be a chore. The trip is cheap, however, and you can buy a carnet of 10 tickets for about 7 euros. The ticket is valid for travel on the subway, but if you need a new travel ticket the same day. For many people, taxis are the transport of choice (see below). However, if you come to Barcelona with older children or if they decide to confront the system anyway, the following schedule:
Monday-Thursday, Sunday and holidays: 17:00-24:00.
Friday: 5:00 to 2:00
Saturday: nonstop service

Taxi Barcelona
For many families, taxis are the transport of choice because they are relatively Cheap market and even those who do not accept car seats, young babies and young children for short trips. You can hail (green lights are empty) and many hotels also call a taxi for you. Be careful if English is not widely among taxi drivers in Barcelona is a good idea to write your destination on a piece of paper.

Barcelona Tourist Bus
The Barcelona summit is open double-decker tourist bus is a great way to get around Barcelona with young children (under 4 travel free). You can obtain or pension in one of the 44 stops. You will receive an information guide on each place by road, and a reduction in the coupon book. The buses run every 5-25 minutes between the calendar and each of the 44 stops. First call for stop from 9:00 to 9:30 one day bus ticket for adults costs 20 € and for children (4-12 years) 12 euros. You can buy tickets on the bus or a tourist office Barcleona. Service operates every day except December 25 and January 1.

Family Attractions in Barcelona

Camp Nou Tour
A must for all children crazy about soccer. The tour's largest football stadium in the third largest in the world includes visits to the stadium, tunnel and the area of field. Admission: Adults 9.20 euros 11.50 euros for children under 13 years.
Av Aristides Maillo Collblanc Metro Les Corts 12-18, Maria Cristina or Badal

Barcelona Zoo
The tea cup zoos are not for everyone, but the Barcelona Zoo has a lot to offer children. Just as the big cats, penguins, gorillas, hippos, bears, etc. There is a dolphin show twice a day and a children's farm with pigs, horses, rabbits and a playground Guinea pigs.The in the center of the zoo is excellent, including a Mini absail area and climbing frames. The drinks and snacks are very expensive down and he is very busy weekends. 18:00 Open 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. during the summer to winter.
Zoo de Barcelona SA, Parc de la Ciutadella s / n, 08003 Barcelona Metro Arc de Triomphe or Barceloneta (34) 932 256 780 www.zoobarcelona.com

Barcelona Aquarium
It is the largest aquarium in Europe and includes an interactive area called Explore. Admission: Adults 13 euros. Children 4-12 years and 9 euros. Under 4 free. Worth it just to walk through the tunnel of sharks transparent immense! There is a very interactive area good for children. It is also among the shops and restaurants in the Maremagnum – a good place for lunch. Open from 9:30 to 21:00.
Moll d'Espanya, Port Vell. Metro Drassanes (+34) 932 217 474

Barcelona Tours
If you come to Barcelona with their children, have no fear! The visits took place in the old city can be seen by parents and children. The idea is to include tours, games and stories to keep the attention of youngsters (and adults Bizarre easily distracted). It can be a sweet craft store where you can see how candy is made, an original toy shop, a milk bar in the former where they can enjoy a smoothie guess cream traditional games on the market of food and the kids occupied more.With, it is time to explain stories for adults in a group on the history, culture, gastronomy and stories related to the city.

Poble Espanyol
This is a mini Disneyland with all the Spanish regions in monochrome and offers fantastic day for children. Admission is 8 euros for adults and $ 5 for children. family ticket € 16 (with children between 7 and 12 years). Hours Monday 9:00 to 20:00 Tuesday through Thursday 9:00 to 2:00 Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 Saturday 9:00 and five hours Sunday from 9am to midnight
Metro Espanya. Bus 55, 13. Tourist Bus: Poble Espanyol (34) 935 086 300 www.poble-espanyol.com

Tibidabo Amusement Park
A mixture of rides and attractions in the state of the art, including a multimedia experience that allows children to be part of a comic book. There is also a mechanical puppet museum dating from 1899. Admission: adults 15 euros, less than 110 cm in height from 4 euros. Unlimited rides and attractions. Open daily from 11am except Christmas Day and Boxing Day
Plaza del Tibidabo 3-4 By train: the division of Plaza Catalunya to Avenida del Tibidabo then follow the signs to the tram, Blau, at the end of Balmes John F. Kennedy Plaza. Take the tram to Mirablau then funicular up the mountain summit. By bus: Take the Plaza Catalunya TIBIBÚS

Port Aventura theme park
Immensely popular theme park about an hour from Barcelona. Can be disposed around eight inverted loops in Dragon Khan (supposedly the biggest roller coaster in Europe) or soaked in Tutuki Splash. Also bubbles are no shows, birds of paradise, the themes of Mexico and China.
Located near Pineda Salou / La, compared to A7. Buses will Passeig de Sant Joan and trains Passeig de Gracia. Look for trains on the line in Salou and Port Aventura reach. The park also has designated areas for young children such as playgrounds, rides for children, children's pools and hotels offer special facilities for children such as menus, entertainment and monitoring activities. There are many baby-changing rooms in the park and are also able to rent strollers.

Chocolate Museum
Located in a former convent in Commerce Street (number 36) in El Borne, children can learn all about chocolate, including medication, nutrition and aphrodisiac qualities. Also There are magnificent chocolate sculptures and workshops to teach how to make chocolate. Best of all, you can taste products! Admission € 03.06

The Golondrinas
Double Decker pleasureboats you to the port dock. Good fun, good value with excellent views of the city. Every half hour from the bottom of the Ramblas up to 19 hours. Adults $ 5 Children under 12 years € 2.50

Montserrat
Half the fun is to be achieved. The mountain cog railway is a necessity for children and railway enthusiasts alike. A Once there, the children will be amazed by the rocks in the form of extravagant and the most active There are many hiking trails and caves. Montserrat course famous as the home of Our Lady of Montserrat, a Benedictine monastery.
Train (R5) until Plaça Espanya meters. You can take a train and cable car or just the train (and rail grid). The trip takes about an hour and go from fourth time hours. Get off at Montserrat Choosing Aeri de Montserrat cable or Monistrol cog change the station.

Magic Fountain of Montjuic (Magic Fountain)
It is an ideal place for evening entertainment for children. Magic Fountain water is a colorful spectacle of classical music takes place every night. Thurs-Sun 21:00, 21:30, 22:00, 22:30, 23:00. October and April on Fridays and Saturdays only, 19:00, 19:30 20:00 20:30 ET
Buïgas Charles Square, just above the Avenida Maria Cristina. Metro Espanya. MNAC Walking between the two towers of the Plaça Espanya

Beaches, parks and playgrounds for children in Barcelona

Parc Guell
Probably the world lovely public park created by Barcelona's most famous son of Anton Gaudí. Based loosely on Hampstead Heath in London, the park has a sparkling mosaic stairs, The buildings colors and fonts of fairy tales. Fantasty is pure and love children.
Getting there: Bus 24 from the Plaza Catalunya stop outside the entrance principal. Vallcarca Metro (subway exit on Military Avenue four blocks, turn left at the Baixada de la Gloria and climb the stairs outside the entrance to the park. It indicated).

Ciutadella Park & Play Area
Ciutudella Park Barcelona is the most space Verde Central, located between the barrios of Poble Nou, Barceloneta and San Pere. For families, there are a lot of facilities and activities including the zoo, the Museum of Geology, Hivernacle (currenlty under renovation) and Lake of the boats. You can also rent bicycles at the main entrance (www.bicing.com). Located at the upper end of the lake twice a day the children can enjoy free of toys and games, plus the constant fluctuation and slides.There even a sprinkler in the summer that kids love! 11:00 to 14:00 every day and 4.30pm-6.30/7pm mid-September to mid-June 17:30-20 30 hours since mid-June Mid September

Beauty and the Sea Nautical Base
Mar Bella beach is approximately 20 minutes walk north of Port Olimpic (left facing the water) and probably more suitable for children of all beaches. It is clean and quiet and can be found a children's play area, rescue workers, rental of tanning beds, showers and a restaurant on the beach (beach bar). Nautica base is also based here, where can rent small sailboats, canoes and kayaks.

Collserola Park
Often overlooked, but this park is literally a breath of fresh air and so near the center of the city. The park is huge (22 times the size of New York Central Park) – the largest urban park in the world. The information center for walking and hiking many guides to Tibidabo, Collserola Tower or the people of Vallvidrera.
Take the train from Plaza Catalunya Vallvidrera Baixador and you just get it.

Barceloneta
Barceloneta beach is popular with families because of its proximity to a wide variety of restaurants and the pedestrian walk along Passeig Maritim, which also can complete a cycle. The beach is very busy in summer, but is cleaned regularly. Just water – for a city range – is surprisingly clean. We suggest you not plonk in nearest available space, but walk a little further to the Olympic Port, where it is much less crowded.
Passeig Maritim Barceloneta Metro road or bus. For more information day on the beaches of the city of Appeal (34) 934 810 053

Parc del Laberinto de Horta
This park offers 17 acres of short trip from the city. It is a fairy tale park with adequate roads, channel, romantic gardens, waterfalls and of course, the labyrinth where children will love. Entry € 1.90
Castanyers Pg 1. Directly behind the velodrome. Mundet Metro.

About the Author

Mary Brooke writes for the website www.mumabroad.com

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