Among Dutch tourists, Barcelona is considered the most popular city trip destination, and for good reason! The charming, vibrant city is located in northeastern Spain and has virtually all the ingredients for a fantastic holiday.
What is there to do in Barcelona? Well, an enormous amount! And if you need a break from the city, there are plenty of day trips from Barcelona you can take.
Discover Barcelona preferably by bike, so you don’t miss anything in this wonderful city.
Barcelona: the ideal city trip destination
A city trip to Barcelona offers everything you’re looking for in a great holiday. A major advantage is the distance—Barcelona is only a 2-hour flight away. Are you planning to travel from Amsterdam to Barcelona by train? That’s possible too! Additionally, there’s a wonderful climate, you can enjoy delicious food on virtually every street corner, shop until late in the evening, and there are numerous tourist attractions.
You can easily explore the city on foot or by bike. Barri Gòtic, or ‘Gothic Quarter,’ and Ciutat Vella, ‘Old Town,’ together form a center with narrow alleys, streets, and charming squares. From here, you’re also close to various notable buildings such as the Catedral de Santa Eulàlia, Barcelona’s cathedral.
The pride of the city is the Sagrada Familia. The imposing church definitely belongs on your ‘to-see’ list, but given its immense size, that’s no problem at all. Then walk along La Rambla, the lively boulevard full of shops, terraces, and street musicians, and don’t miss Plaça Catalunya either. The square forms the central point of Barcelona where public transport converges.
During a city trip to Barcelona, you can combine culture with the beach. With its great location by the sea and 300 days of sunshine per year, that’s a logical choice. Especially by bike, you’ll quickly reach Barceloneta, the seaside neighborhood with a long, wide sandy beach. Pure enjoyment!
Tip: check our article with all the information about the Barcelona metro
The charm of Gaudí in Barcelona
Gaudí plays a major role in Barcelona. You can admire at least 7 works by the Spanish architect in the city. The Sagrada Familia was designed by Gaudí, as was Casa Milà. This remarkable building is another highlight during a city trip to Barcelona. Casa Milà is located on Carrer d’Olot and is easily reached by bike. Gaudí’s characteristic style can also be spotted in Park Güell, a beautiful city park in the Gràcia district.
Explore Barcelona by bike
During a city trip to Barcelona, you naturally want to see as much as possible in a short time. So hop on a bike and explore all the highlights in no time.
Choose a bike tour from Baja Bikes to miss nothing.
During a Baja Bikes bike tour led by a Dutch guide, you’ll cycle past all the highlights. Additionally, you’ll get to know the city in a fun, interesting way.
View all bike tours in Barcelona and quickly make your choice for your city trip to Barcelona!
Safety and cycling in Barcelona
Cycling in Barcelona is easy, safe, and a quick way to get around the city.
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During a city trip to Barcelona, you’re best off on a bike from Baja Bikes! Barcelona has many bike paths and the bike tours follow bike-friendly routes. So regarding safety, the Spanish city meets all requirements.
Did you know that…
- Construction of the Sagrada Familia began in 1882 and will continue at least until 2026. The construction costs may only be financed through donations, which is most likely the reason for the slow building process.
- Barcelona is a popular city for taking selfies. Barça ranks 4th on the world list!
- The large Spanish city is actually very green. Barcelona has nearly 70 parks that together cover about 10% of the city’s surface area.
- During a city trip to Barcelona, you’ll be amazed. However, it could have been even more spectacular, because Gustave Eiffel originally had the Eiffel Tower in mind for Barcelona. The city rejected the structure, which they may have regretted later…