Barcelona has much to offer this spring as tourists gather in the Catalan capital. Even though you may choose to dig into the cuisine, or stroll around the narrow city streets, be sure to make time for a day trip to the surrounding areas where beautiful beaches and touristic attractions await you! Read on for our top suggestions of where to spend a sunny spring day…
5 Nature Escapes Near Barcelona
As you may know, Barcelona is a lively city packed with people, restaurants, businesses and tourist destinations. However, if you need a break from the hustle and bustle and you’re into nature trails and the great outdoors, then there are various day trip locations nearby that are worth a visit!
One Day in Cadaqués
Barcelona is ideally placed for weekend trips to nearby towns and villages around Catalonia. One that we highly recommend visiting is Cadaqués. A quaint and more or less unchanged fishermen’s village home to the late Salvador Dalí, with whitewash houses, stunning scenery and delicious food and drink. Only two and a half hours from the Catalan capital, you’d be mad not to visit Cadaqués during your stay in Barcelona.
A Day Trip to Zaragoza
Just over an hour and half from Barcelona on the fast-speed train, Zaragoza is the perfect destination for a day trip from the Catalan capital. Jump on board and whisk yourself away to a this city filled with Roman history, architecture, adventure and delicious food and drink…of course. Head to Zaragoza for a day trip from Barcelona.
A Day Trip to Mataró from Barcelona
As well as exploring the city itself, Barcelona is ideally located to enjoy many nearby hotspots too! Mataró is a beautiful coastal city only 45 minutes from the Catalan capital, making it a perfect day trip destination. Check out our guide so you can discover its best treasures.
A day trip to Girona
Less than 45 minutes from Barcelona, the picturesque city of Girona makes the perfect day trip destination. Check out our guide of things to see and do…
The Best Views of Barcelona (Part 2)
In our previous blog post entitled The Best Views of Barcelona, we listed 6 places to enjoy spectacular views of the city. In this post, part 2, we give you even more. So what are you waiting for? Get out there and enjoy the spectacular Catalan capital.
12 things you should know before visiting Barcelona
Don’t buy a ‘sexy beer’, do pack your walking shoes. These are just two examples of things you need to know when visiting Barcelona. Read on to find out the rest.
