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Holidays with children in Barcelona – Arrive in Barcelona, moving to Barcelona, Barcelona Family Attractions and 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 throughout the year, its vanguard burgeoning gastronomy, its fabulous beaches, proximity to the Costa Brava and skiing trails and its eclectic mix of shops, capital of Catalonia can be proud than it has to offer to visitors. Transformed by the 1992 Olympics, the city has drawn millions of curious and independent travelers in recent years has become increasingly popular as a destination for the family. Mumabroad.com website, a local site written by parents living in Barcelona with the recommendations of local mothers, learn why the city has much to offer children, accommodation and restaurants for kids in its many outdoor activities and excursions.

Arriving in Barcelona with children

Today there are many airlines operating to and from Barcelona and it is no wonder most visitors arriving by air. Below is a list of some options on how to get to downtown. The most popular option is the bus from the airport by their frequency and ease of access to the airport. Taxis can be expensive and most do not have car seats but Spanish law requires that all children under three must use a booster seat. Otherwise, it will lead to a fine of 90 euros.

Barcelona Taxi
Outside terminal arrivals, is the ranking of taxis at the airport in Barcelona. Fares Barcelona cost about 25 Euros and the journey takes about 30 minutes.

Buses from Barcelona Airport
Barcelona Airport Bus stops in front of terminals A, B (Arrivals) and C, and takes passengers to the city center (Plaza Catalunya). Departures Monday to Saturday from the airport six hours-one hours, and the Plaza de Catalunya 5:30 to 0:15. Buses run every 7-15 minutes. Fee: 3.90 euros

Train from Barcelona Airport
The train station at Barcelona Airport is located opposite the arrivals and departure halls. The C10 is going to Barcelona Sants and hard 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, it is likely that you have to take the subway or a taxi, as it is not in the center of the city.

Moving to Barcelona with children

In Barcelona Subway
The Barcelona Metro is not a popular choice for young families visiting the city, due to the fact that they are a limited number of elevators for strollers, which means that access of trains can be a chore. The trip is cheap, however, and you can buy a carnet of 10 tickets for about 7 euros. The ticket is valid for travel on the subway, but if you needs a new travel ticket the same day. For many people, taxis are the transport of choice (see below). However, if you come to Barcelona with older children or if they decide to confront the system anyway, the following schedule:
Monday-Thursday, Sunday and holidays: 17:00-24:00.
Friday: 5:00 to 2:00
Saturday: nonstop service

Taxi Barcelona
For many families, taxis are the transport of choice because they are relatively cheap market and even those who do not accept car seats, young babies and young children for short trips. You can hail (green lights are empty) and many hotels also call a taxi for you. Be careful if English is not widely among taxi drivers in Barcelona is a good idea to write your destination in one piece paper.

Barcelona Tourist Bus
The Barcelona summit is open double-decker tourist bus is a great way to get around Barcelona with children small (under 4 travel free). You can obtain or pension in one of the 44 stops. You will receive an information guide on each site by road, and a reduction in the coupon book. The buses run every 5-25 minutes between the calendar and each of the 44 stops. First Call for bus stops 9:00 to 9:30 One day ticket for adults costs 20 € and for children (4-12 years) 12 euros. You can buy tickets on the bus or a tourist office of Barcleona. Service operates every day except December 25 and January 1.

Family Attractions in Barcelona

Camp Nou Tour
A must for all children crazy about soccer. The tour's largest football stadium in the third largest in the world includes visits to the stadium, tunnel and field area. Entry: 11.50 euros adults 9.20 euros for children under 13 years.
Av Aristides Maillo Collblanc Metro Les Corts 12-18, Maria Cristina or Badal

Zoo Barcelona
The tea cup zoos are not for everyone, but the Barcelona Zoo has a lot to offer children. Just as the 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 Guinea pigs.The playground in the center of Zoo is excellent, including a Mini absail area and climbing frames. The drinks and snacks are very expensive down and he is very busy at weekends. 18:00 Open 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. during the summer to winter.
Zoo de Barcelona SA, Parc de la Ciutadella s / n, 08003 Barcelona Metro Arc de Triomphe or the Barceloneta (34) 932 256 780 www.zoobarcelona.com

Barcelona Aquarium
It is the largest aquarium in Europe and includes an interactive area called Explore. Admission: Adults 13 euros. Children 4-12 years and 9 euros. Under 4 free. Worth it just to walk through the tunnel of immense transparent sharks! There is a great interactive area for children. It is also among the shops and restaurants in the Maremagnum – a good place for lunch. Open from 9:30 to 21:00.
Moll d'Espanya, Port Vell. Metro Drassanes (+34) 932 217 474

Barcelona Tours
If you come to Barcelona with their children, have no fear! The visits took place in the old city can be appreciated by parents and children. The aim is to include visits, games and stories to keep the attention of the younger (and adults Bizarre distraction). May 1 craft store and soft where you can see how to make candy, a toy store originals, a milk bar in the old can enjoy a traditional milkshake cream guessing games food market, and more.With children busy, it's time to explain to the adult group of anecdotes about the history, culture, cuisine and related stories the city.

Poble Espanyol
This is a mini-Disneyland with all the Spanish regions in monochrome and offers fantastic day for children. Admission is 8 euros for adults and $ 5 for children. Family ticket € 16 (with children between 7 and 12 years). Hours Monday 9:00 to 20:00 from Tuesday to Thursday 9:00 to 2:00 Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 Saturday 9:00 to 5:00 pm Sunday 9 am to midnight
Metro Espanya. Bus 55, 13. Tourist Bus: Poble Espanyol (34) 935 086 300 www.poble-espanyol.com

Tibidabo Amusement Park
A mixture of rides and attractions in the state of the art, including a multimedia experience that allows children to be part of a comic book. He is also a mechanical Puppet Museum dating from 1899. Admission: adults 15 euros, less than 110 cm in height from 4 euros. Unlimited use games and attractions. Open daily from 11am except Christmas Day and Boxing Day
Plaza del Tibidabo 3-4 By train: the division of the Plaza Catalunya to Tibidabo Avenue Tramvia Blau follow signs at the end of Balmes John F. Kennedy Plaza. Take Tram Mirablau then the funicular to the top of the mountain. By bus: Take the Plaza Catalunya TIBIBÚS

Port Aventura theme park
Immensely popular theme park about an hour from Barcelona. It can be thrown around eight laps invested in Dragon Khan (presumably the largest roller coaster in Europe) or soaked in Tutuki Splash. There are also performances with bubbles, birds of paradise, Mexican and Chinese subjects.
Located near Pineda Salou / La, compared to A7. Buses run from the Passeig de Sant Joan Passeig de Gracia train. Look for the trains in the line in Salou and Port Aventura reach. The park also has designated areas for small children such as playgrounds, children rides, pools for children and hotels offer special facilities for children such as menus, entertainment and supervise the activities. There are many baby-changing rooms in the park and are also able to rent strollers.

Chocolate Museum
Located in a former convent in the Commerce Street (number 36) in El Borne, children can learn all about chocolate, including medication, nutrition and aphrodisiac qualities. There are also magnificent chocolate sculptures and workshops to teach how to make chocolate. Best of all, you can enjoy the products! Admission 3.6 euros

Las Golondrinas
Double Decker will take pleasureboats docking port. Good fun, good relationship with splendid views over the city. Every half hour from the bottom of the Ramblas to 19 hours. Adults 5 euros Children under 12 years € 2.50

Montserrat
Half the fun is done. The mountain cog railway is a must for children and railway enthusiasts alike. Once there, the children will be amazed by the rocks in the form of extravagant and for the more energetic there are many hiking trails and caves. Montserrat is, of course, famous for being the home of Our Lady of Montserrat, a Benedictine monastery.
Train (R5) until Plaça Espanya metro. You can take a train and cable car or just the train (and rail grid). The journey takes about an hour and go down the quarter hour. Down Montserrat Aeri station, if you choose Monistrol de Montserrat cable or cog change the station.

Magic Fountain of Montjuic (Magic Fountain)
It is an ideal place for evening entertainment for children. The Magic Fountain colored water and classical music takes place every night. Thurs-Sun 21:00, 21:30, 22:00, 22:30, 23:00. From October to April only Friday and Saturday, 19:00, 19:30, 20:30 ET 20 hours
Buïgas Charles Square, just above the Avenida Maria Cristina. Metro Espanya. MNAC Walking between the two towers from Plaça Espanya

Beaches, parks and playgrounds for children in Barcelona

Parc Güell
Probably the most charming world public park created by Anton Gaudi Barcelona's most famous son. Based loosely on Hampstead Heath in London, the park has a sparkling mosaic stairs, buildings multicolored fountains and fairy tale. Fantasty is pure and love children.
Getting there: Bus 24 from the Plaza de Catalunya to just the main entrance. Metro Vallcarca (Exit underground Military Avenue 4 blocks, turn left at the Baixada de la Gloria and take the stairs entrance to the park outside. It is indicated).

Park de la Ciutadella & Play Area
Ciutudella Park Barcelona is the most space Verde Central, located between the barrios of Poble Nou, Barceloneta and San Pere. For families, there are a lot of facilities and activities including the 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 can enjoy toys and games free addition to the constant fluctuation and slides.There even a sprinkler in the summer that kids love! 11:00 to 14:00 every day and mid-September 4.30pm-6.30/7pm until mid-June 17:30-20 30 hours since mid-June Mid September

Beauty and the Sea Nautical Base
Mar Bella beach is approximately 20 minutes walk north of Port Olimpic (left facing the water) and probably more suited to children of all beaches. It is clean and quiet and you can find a game for children in the area, rescuers, rental tanning beds, showers and a restaurant on the beach (beach bar). Nautica base is also based here, which can be rented small sailboats, canoes and kayaks.

Collserola Park
Often overlooked, but this park is literally a breath of fresh air and so close to the center of the city. The park is huge (22 times the size of New York Central Park) – the largest urban park in the world. The information center for the walk and numerous hiking guides Tibidabo, Collserola Tower or the people of Vallvidrera.
Take the train from Plaza Catalunya Vallvidrera Baixador and you just get it.

Barceloneta
Barceloneta beach is popular with families because of its proximity to a wide variety of restaurants and the pedestrian walk along Passeig Maritim, where you can also cycling. The beach is very busy in summer, but is cleaned regularly. Just water – for a city range – is surprisingly clean. We suggest you not plonk in the most nearest available space, but walk a little further to the Olympic Port, where it is much less crowded.
Passeig Maritim Barceloneta Metro road or bus. For more information day on the beaches of the city of Appeal (34) 934 810 053

Parc del Laberinto de Horta
This park offers 17 acres of short trip from the city. It is a fairy tale park with adequate roads, channel, romantic gardens, waterfalls and of course, the labyrinth where children will love. Entry € 1.90
Castanyers Pg 1. Directly behind the velodrome. Mundet Metro.

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Mary Brooke writes for the website www.mumabroad.com

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