Short breaks in Barcelona

Short breaks in Barcelona a city full of magnificent and splendid architecture with excellent restaurants serving the best Spanish cuisine, and an exciting nightlife, has made Barcelona a fantastic destination for both the young and the old alike.

Barcelona is positioned on the edge of the Mediterranean Sea, and has long hot summers and a pleasant climate for the remander of the year. Rainfall is occasionally heavy and that is what keeps the green areas of the city looking so lush. Week-long fiestas are a common sight in Barcelona, especially over the summer months.

The city offers extensive shopping facilities and boasts the most up to date fashion. On your short breaks in Barcelona you will experience the music, architecture, and cuisine that gives the city its unique cultural identity. Barcelona is famous for its extensive collection of Picasso art, (the Museum Picasso is one of the world's most visited galleries in Europe.)

If this is not enough for you then why not visit the Cathedral of La Sagrada Familia, designed by Gaudi. To complete these short breaks in Barcelona you will need somewhere to stay. The Gallery Hotel, located near many fine shops, movie theatres and art galleries is an ideal stop over on your short breaks in Barcelona. The hotel is 12 km from the Barcelona Airport and 4 km from the Trade Fair Centre.

Try the Best Western Hotel Splendid, located in the heart of Barcelona just a minute's walk from the Plaza Cataluya and the famous La Ramblas an excellent choice if you want to be in the hustle and bustle of the city. If you do not want to be in the heart of the city try the Best Western Hotel Subur Maritim, situated in a residential area over looking the sea. This quiet area of Barcelona is perfect for your short breaks in Barcelona.