Travel to Spain

Barcelona is a very popular vacation destination among families from around the world on account of its perfect weather, beautiful beaches and vast array of facilities for entertainment and recreation. People who are travelling with young children will enjoy staying in Barcelona since there are so many activities and attractions here that cater specifically to children. This guide lists some of the top attractions for families in Barcelona.

1. Parc de La Ciutadella – The Parc de la Ciutadella is the ideal place for families to spend an entire day. This park is located in the center of the city and is very popular among the people, both local and foreign. Families will enjoy a visit to the Parc de la Ciutadella which is a great picnic spot, with its large lake that allows for activities like boating. The park is also the location of the Barcelona Zoo, which is a great place to take young children. The zoo has a large selection of animals, a pony section where the children can take rides and an electric cars area where they can play.

2. Barcelona Aquarium – The Barcelona aquarium is one of the largest in Europe and it is located at Moll d’Espanya, Port Vell. The aquarium is a great place to visit with children, as it features an extensive collection of underwater life. The Barcelona Aquarium opens at 9:30 am on all days, but closes at 9 pm on weekdays and 9:30 pm on weekends. The ticket prices are €17.50 for adults, €14.50 for senior citizens and children under 12 have ticket prices set at €12.50.

3. Catalan Sailing Trip – A sailing trip around the Catalan is the ideal way to spend a day in Barcelona with your family. This can be accomplished by hiring a boat at the Olympic Port; and depending on your budget, you can either hire a small sailboat or a yacht, with a number of options in between. These sailboats are available both manned and unmanned according to your skill levels at sailing.

4. Barcelona Beach – Barcelona has a number of beaches across the city which are great places for families to spend a day together, either just relaxing by the water or by participating in some of the water sports activities available like jet skiing and surfing.

5. Poble Espanyol – The Poble Espanyol is a small mock village built on the outskirts of Barcelona that illustrates the Spanish way of life. There are a number of activities available here for children and adults of all ages, including craft workshops and art displays. The Poble Espanyol also has a number of picnic areas and is very popular among families.