Barcelona Travel Guide

Barcelona offers visitors a rich sensory experience at a reasonable price. The city's independent spirit keeps it accessible even as the hip factor in the city rises. read more

Visitors come to Barcelona for its beaches, nightlife, events, and outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, sunbathing, and sightseeing. The most popular time to visit is during the summer, when schools are on vacation and the weather is hot. In the spring, fewer people visit and temperatures are cooler than summer. Winter is the least popular time due to mild weather, but it also the least expensive time to visit. Fall can be an ideal time to see the city for those interested in cultural happenings, as many major events take place, and prices are lower. read more

Until recently, Barcelona was a budget traveler's dream, and even now with prices creeping upwards, there's still such a thing as affordable Barcelona. The city is filled with alternatives to pricey hotels and there's plenty to do on any budget. read more

Editors' Picks: Barcelona DealsSee All Barcelona Travel Deals

• $496 R/T Europe Sale Fares on American*
  American's latest sale to European destinations starts at $496 round-trip. Travel from D.C., Chicago, Dallas, and others to cities including Barcelona, Dublin, Paris, and Rome. Book by December 3, for travel until spring 2010.
• $334 R/T Europe Sale Fares on Aer Lingus*
  Thinking about booking a winter trip to Europe? Now might be the time to do it. Aer Lingus is offering sale fares from a handful of U.S. cities to Rome, London, Paris, and others. Travel between January and March, but book by November 23.
• $458 R/T Europe Sale Fares on Delta*
  Fall, winter, and spring flights from New York City to many European hotspots like Barcelona, London, and Rome are available with Delta's latest sale. Book through Monday, November 23, for travel through mid-spring 2010.
• Barcelona and Ibiza Six-Night Vacations From $814*
  Take in Barcelona's architecture, museums, and beaches before escaping to the Mediterranean island of Ibiza where nightlife dominates from sundown to sunrise. If nightlife's not your thing, you're sure to enjoy unwinding on the beach all day.

Barcelona Travel Advice See All Barcelona Travel Advice

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• Arts, Culture, and Paella in Barcelona Barcelona, home to the '92 Summer Olympics, really appeals to both kids (especially teens) and parents. In recent years, it's become a favorite of American families.
• Trip du Jour Spanish-Speaking Destinations Discover destinations in Spanish-speaking countries where you can eat, stay, and play like a local. Take an audio tour of Zihuatanejo, Buenos Aires, and Barcelona.
• Forecast for Europe airfares in 2008 If you're planning a trip to Europe this year, you're probably wondering when you should book to find the best prices and seat availability. Here are our tips.
• Take a walk on the local side of five top cities Check out these five neighborhoods in Barcelona, New York, London, Paris, and Seattle, and experience a bit of the local life.

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• Casanova by Rafael Hotels
  Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 559
  Barcelona, Spain
  Number of Rooms: 124
  
• H10 Marina Barcelona Hotel
  Avenida Bogatell 64-68
  Barcelona, Spain
  Number of Rooms: 238
  
• Hotel Murmuri Barcelona
  Rambla Catalunya 104
  Barcelona, Spain
  Number of Rooms: 53
  
• Husa Avenida Palace
  Gran Via 605
  Barcelona, Spain
  Number of Rooms: 151
  Number of Floors: 9
  
• HCC Open Hotel
  Diputacio 100
  Barcelona, Spain
  Number of Rooms: 100
  
• Holiday Inn Express
  C/Pallars 203
  (opening May 2008)
  Barcelona, Spain
  Number of Rooms: 186
  
• Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona
  Passeig del Taulat 262 - 264
  Barcelona, Spain
  
• Catalonia Ramblas
  Carrer de Pelai, 28
  Barcelona, Spain
  Number of Rooms: 221
  
• AB Skipper Hotel
  Avinguda Litoral 10
  Barcelona, Spain
  Number of Rooms: 235
  
• Astoria Hotel
  Paris 203
  Barcelona, Spain
  Number of Rooms: 117
  Number of Floors: 8
  
• Hotel 1898
  La Rambla 109
  Barcelona, Spain
  Number of Rooms: 169
  
• Condes de Barcelona Hotel
  Paseo de Gracia 73-75
  Barcelona, Spain
  Number of Rooms: 183
  
• Catalonia Barcelona Plaza Hotel
  Plaza Espana 6-8
  Barcelona, Spain
  Number of Rooms: 347
  
• Tryp Apolo
  Avenida Del Paralelo 57- 59
  Barcelona, Spain
  Number of Rooms: 314
  
• Catalonia Princesa Hotel
  Rec Comtal 16-18
  Barcelona, Spain
  Number of Rooms: 90
  

Hotels

• Embassy Suites Phoenix-Scottsdale
  4415 East Paradise Village Parkway South
  Phoenix, AZ
  5 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 270
  
• The Westin Peachtree Plaza
  210 Peachtree Street
  Atlanta, GA
  12 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 1068
  Number of Floors: 73
  
• New York Marriott East Side
  525 Lexington Avenue
  New York City, NY
  18 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 646
  Number of Floors: 35
  
• Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa
  1 Resort Dr
  Savannah, GA
  5 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 403
  Number of Floors: 16
  
• SpringHill Suites Seattle Downtown
  1800 Yale Ave.
  Seattle, WA
  2 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 234
  Number of Floors: 10
  
• Riverside Hotel
  620 E. Las Olas Blvd
  Ft. Lauderdale, FL
  1 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 217
  Number of Floors: 12
  
• Omni Hotel at Park West
  1590 LBJ Freeway
  Dallas, TX
  6 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 337
  Number of Floors: 12
  
• Embassy Suites Hotel Chicago Downtown Lakefront
  511 North Columbus Drive
  Chicago, IL
  14 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 455
  Number of Floors: 18
  
• Hilton Los Angeles Airport
  5711 West Century Boulevard
  Los Angeles, CA
  18 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 1236
  Number of Floors: 17
  
• Sheraton National Hotel
  900 S Orme St
  Arlington, VA
  4 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 408
  Number of Floors: 16
  

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