Barcelona

Getting around Barcelona

On foot or by public transport? All the indications on how to get around Barcelona, as well as the means to reach the Catalan city.
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Barcelona is easy to get around on foot. Even if the distances are not exactly small, you just need to arm yourself with willpower and strength to take nice long walks, especially in the Barrio Gotico or the Eixample, where just by walking you can admire the architectural wonders, and the waterfront, from Port Vell to Port Olimpic. Highly recommended to fully enjoy the Barcelona atmosphere!

However, to reach more distant attractions such as Park Guell or Camp Nou, you can’t do without taking public transport or a taxi.

Getting around Barcelona

Barcelona’s public transport is one of the best in Europe, efficient and complete. In addition to the 12 metro lines, you can use trams, trains, regular and tourist buses during your holiday in Barcelona.

If you prefer comfort, choose to travel by taxi as they are not overpriced.

Barcelona Airports

There are two airports connected to Italy that serve the city of Barcelona: Barcelona-El Prat Airport and Girona Airport.

The former, El Prat, is the main city airport and is only 13 km from Plaça de Catalunya in the centre of Barcelona. Girona airport, on the other hand, is located over 100 km from Barcelona and is mainly served by low-cost flights.

There is another airport in Catalonia, the airport of Reus, but it has only a few connections.

How to save on transport and entrance fees

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Flights to Barcelona

Flights to Barcelona

Flights to Barcelona are numerous and depart from many airports worldwide: finding an opportunity to reach the Catalan city will be child's play.
Barcelona Airport

Barcelona Airport

El Prat is Barcelona's main airport. Here is all the information you need to get from this airport to the centre and vice versa.
Aerobus Barcelona

Aerobus Barcelona

The Aerobus is the official city bus that operates the connection between the airport and the centre, stopping at Placa d'Espanya and Placa Catalunya.
Girona Airport

Girona Airport

Girona airport, 12 km from the centre, serves the Costa Brava. Small but efficient, it offers low-cost flights to European destinations and shuttle buses to Barcelona.
Reus Airport

Reus Airport

Reus airport is a possible alternative to reach Barcelona as well as the Costa Daurada, a famous Spanish seaside destination.