Toy Boats Central Park
Toy Boats Central Park
Travelling with children in Barcelona – Arrive in Barcelona, Moving to Barcelona, Barcelona attractions and family 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 all year architecture design, cuisine booming, its fabulous beaches, proximity to the Costa Brava and the ski slopes, and its eclectic mix of shops, capital of Catalonia can be proud of what he has to offer visitors. Transformed by 1992 Olympic Games, the city has attracted millions of curious and independent travelers in recent years has become increasingly popular as a destination for the whole family. The site mumabroad.com, a local site written by parents who live in Barcelona recommendations moms local shows why the city has much to offer children, accommodation for children and their restaurants for many outdoor activities and excursions.
Arriving in Barcelona with children
Today, there are many airlines operating in and around Barcelona and it is no surprise most visitors arrive by air. Here is a list of some options on how to reach the center of the city. The most popular option is the bus from the airport because of their frequency and ease of access to the airport. Taxis can be expensive and most have no car seats, but the Spanish law requires all children under three years must use a booster seat. Failure to do so will result in a fine of 90 euros.
Taxis in Barcelona
Just outside the arrivals hall is grade Barcelona Airport Taxi. Fees cost about 25 euros and Barcelona travel time is approximately 30 minutes.
Barcelona Airport Buses
Barcelona Airport Bus stops in front of terminals A, B (Arrivals) and C and passengers in the city center (Plaza Catalunya). Mon-Sat From the airport are 6:00-1:00, and Plaza de Catalunya, 5:30 am to 12:15 pm. Buses run every 7-15 minutes. Fee: 3.90 euros
Train from Barcelona Airport
The airport station is located in Barcelona opposite the arrivals and departure halls. C10 Barcelona Sants and takes about 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 may need to take the subway or a taxi because it is not in the center of the city.
Moving to Barcelona Children
In Barcelona metro
The Barcelona metro is not a popular choice for young families who visit the city because of the fact that there is a limited number of lifts for walkers, which means that access to trains can be a real task. Travel is cheap and yet you can buy a carnet of 10 tickets for about 7 euros. The ticket is valid for one journey in the subway, but if you need a new ticket for journeys on the same days. For many people, taxis are transporting their choice (see below). However, if you come to Barcelona with children older and if you decide to challenge the system of all however, the schedule is as follows:
Monday to Thursday, Sunday and holidays: 5:00-00 hours.
Friday: 5:00 a.m.-2: 00 hours
Saturday: nonstop service
Taxi Barcelona
For many families, taxis are the transportation of choice, because they are relatively cheap and car seats, even without accepting infants and young children for short trips. You can hail (green lights empty) or many hotels also call a taxi on your behalf. Be warned if English is not very common among taxi drivers in Barcelona and it is a good idea of your destination written on a piece of paper.
Barcelona Tourist Bus
The open-top double-decker tourist bus in Barcelona is a great way to get around Barcelona with children (children under 4 travel free). You can download or upload one 44 stops. You will receive an informative guide on each of the attractions on the road and a coupon flyers. Buses run between all 5-25 minutes and the timing is in all 44 cases. The first buses call at most stops between 9 and 9.30 A day ticket for adults costs 20 € for children (4-12 years) € 12. You can buy tickets on the bus or in one of the tourist offices in Barcleona. The service operates every day in addition to December 25 and 1st January.
Family Attractions in Barcelona
Tour Camp Nou
A must for all children who are crazy about football. The tour of more football stadium in the third visit of the world includes the stadium, a tunnel and an area of land Thurs Admission: Adults € 11.50 € 9.20 for children under 13.
Av Aristide Maillo Collblanc 12-18 meters, Les Corts Maria Cristina or Badal
Barcelona Zoo
Zoos are not the cup of tea in the world whole, but the Barcelona Zoo has a lot to offer children. Like 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 playground pigs.The Indies in the center of the zoo is excellent, including a mini absail area and climbs. On the negative side of snacks and drinks are quite expensive and filled weekend. Open from 10am to 19:00 in summer and 6 winter.
Zoo Barcelona SA, Park Ciutadella s / n, 08003 Barcelona Metro Arc de Triomphe and La Barceloneta (34) 932 256 780 www.zoobarcelona.com
Barcelona Aquarium
It is the largest aquarium in Europe and includes an interactive called Explora. Admission: Adults 13 euros. Children 4-12 years 9 €. Under 4 free. Worth just to walk in Clear huge shark tunnel! There is a great interactive area for children. You are among the Maremagnum shopping and restaurants – a good place for lunch. Open 9:30 to 9:00 p.m..
Nana Espanya d ', Port Vell. Metro Drassanes (+34) 932 217 474
Barcelona Tours
If you come to Barcelona with their children, do not be afraid! Tours are held in Old Town, which can be enjoyed by parents and children. The idea is to include visits, games and stories to keep the attention of youth (and adult environmental distraction of the odd). It may be a store candy where you can see how is made of candy, a toy store of origin, a bar of milk at the former giving a milkshake cream traditional quizzes on the market of food, and the smallest more.With busy, no time to explain to adults in a group of anecdotes about the history, culture, cuisine and associated stories of the city.
Poble Espanyol
It is a mini Disneyland with all regions in Spanish cameo and provides excellent day for children. Entrance: 8 euros for adults $ 5 for children. Family ticket € 16 (children aged 7 and 12 years). Hours Monday 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday 9:00 am-2: 00 pm to Friday 9:00 a.m.-4: 00 pm Saturday 9:00 a.m.-5: 0:00 to 0:00 on Sunday 9
Espanya Metro. Bus 55 13. Tourist Bus: Poble Espanyol (34) 935 086 300 www.poble-espanyol.com
Tibidabo Amusement Park
A mixture rides and attractions of the state of art, including a multimedia experience that allows children to be part of a caricature. There also a museum of mechanical puppets dating from 1899. Admission: adults 15 euros, less than 110 cm in height from 4 euros. Unlimited use of rides and attractions. Open every day from 11 plus Christmas Day and St. Stephen's Day
Plaza del Tibidabo 3-4 Train: excision of the Plaza Catalunya to Tibidabo Avenue then follow the Indications for Tramvia Blau, at the end of Calle Balmes, John F. Kennedy Plaza. Take the tram to the Mirablau then the funicular to the top of mountain. By bus: Take the Plaza Catalunya TIBIBÚS
Port Aventura Theme Park
Immensely popular amusement park in about an hour outside Barcelona. It can be launched around eight inverted loops Dragon Khan (probably the biggest roller coaster in Europe) are soaked in Tutuki Splash. There also shows with bubbles, birds of paradise, Mexican and Chinese subjects.
Located near Pineda de Salou / La, compared to A7. Buses circulate Trains Passeig de Sant Joan and Passeig de Gracia. Look for the train line and get off at Port Aventura Salou. The park also has designated areas for young children such as playgrounds, walking in small pools for children and hotels offer special services for children, such as menus, entertainment and supervision planned activities. There are many baby-changing rooms in the park and are also able to rent strollers.
Chocolate Museum
Located a former convent in the street (No. 36) in the terminal, the Comerç Children can learn all about chocolate and its medicinal properties, food and aphrodisiac qualities. There are also some fantastic chocolate shops sculptures to learn to make chocolate. Best of all, you can taste products! Entry € 3.6
Las Golondrinas
Double pleasureboats story takes you between the port and the pier. Good fun, good relations with some views of the city. Each half-hour on the bottom of Las Ramblas at 19:00. Adults € 5 Children under 12 years € 2.50
Montserrat
Half of pleasure of doing. The mountain railway rack is a must for children and railway enthusiasts alike. Once there, children marvel at the eccentric shaped rock for the more energetic there are many paths, caves. Montserrat is, of course, famous for being the house of Our Lady of Montserrat, a Benedictine monastery.
Train (R5), from Plaça Espanya to metro. You can take a train and cable car or just trying (and zipper). The journey takes approximately one hour and leave the room for hours. Get off at if you have chosen Montserrat Aeri station Monistrol Montserrat cable car or change the pinion gear.
Magic Fountain of Montjuic (Magic Power)
This a stop for some great events for children. The Magic Fountain is a spectacle of color of water and classical music each evening. 9:00 p.m. Thursday-Sun 21:30, 22:00, 22:30, 23:00. From October to April only on Fridays and Saturdays, 7:00 p.m., 19.30, 20.00 and 20.30
The Buïgas Carles Square, just above Avenue María Cristina. Metro Espanya. Walking for MNAC between the two towers in Spain Plaza
Beaches, parks and recreation areas for children in Barcelona
Parc Guell
Probably the most charming public park in the world created by the majority of Barcelona's famous son, Anton Gaudi. Loosely based on Hampstead Heath London, the park has a tiled staircase bright, colorful buildings and sources of fairy tales. It is pure fantasty and children will love.
Directions: Bus 24 from the Plaza Catalunya, just opposite the main entrance. Vallcarca Metro (subway exit on Military Avenue for 4 blocks, turn left Baixada de la Gloria and take the stairs outdoors at the park entrance. It is indicated).
Domaine de la Ciutadella Park and Recreation
Ciutudella Park is the most central green space in Barcelona is located between the neighborhoods of Poble Nou, Barceloneta and San Pere. For families, there are many facilities and activities, including Zoo, the Museum of Geology Hivernacle (currenlty under renovation) and the boating lake. You can also rent bikes at the main entrance (www.bicing.com). Located at the upper end of the lake twice a day the children enjoy of free toys and games, as well as permanent changes slides.There is still a sprinkler in the summer that kids love! 11:00 to 2:00 p.m. every day and 4.30pm-6.30/7pm mid September to mid-June Mid 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. June to mid September
Base de Mar Bella and boating
Mar Bella Beach is about 20 feet north of the Olympic Port (left facing the water) and probably most suitable for children of all beaches of Barcelona. It is clean and quiet and you will find a playground for children, lifeguards, hammocks rent, showers and a restaurant on the beach (beach bars). The maritime training center is also located here, where you can rent small sailboats, canoes and kayaks.
Collserola Park
Often overlooked, but this nature reserve is literally a breath fresh air and so close to downtown. The park is huge (22 times the size of New York Central Park) – the largest park in the world. The information center offers walk from many hiking guides and Tibidabo Collserola Tower or the people Vallvidrera.
Take Vallvidrera Baixador train from Plaza Catalunya and get it.
Barceloneta
Barceloneta beach is popular with families because of its proximity to a wide choice of restaurants and pedestrian promenade along Passeig Maritim, where you can also complete a cycle. The beach is very busy in summer, but it is cleaned regularly. In addition, water – for a beach town – is surprisingly clean. We recommend that you do not plonk in the next space available, but walk a little farther Olympic Port, where it is much less crowded.
Barceloneta Metro or bus Passeig Maritim. For more information daily on the beaches of City call (+34) 934 810 053
Laberint d'Horta Parc del
This 17-acre park guarantees a really short trip from the city. This park fairytale with its beautiful bridges, canals, romantic gardens, waterfalls and of course, the maze that kids will love. Entry € 1.90
Castanyers 1 pg. Directly behind the velodrome. Metro Mundet.
About the Author
Mary Brooke writes for the website www.mumabroad.com
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