Holidays to Barcelona

Barcelona city breaks lead you to a stunning Mediterranean city buzzing with excitement and drenched in sunshine; no matter how long you plan to spend here it simply won't be long enough! Taking a weekend break to Barcelona will reinvigorate you like no other place, leave you gasping for more and wishing that the UK weather was a little more amenable! 

Barcelona short breaks

When considering a short or weekend break to Barcelona, you will find that the level of accommodation varies from budget hotels through to 4 star and 5 star luxury. so it is comforting to know that at Cresta we have something for everyone when it comes to Barcelona city breaks. Try using our search facility above to find accommodation that suits your needs. 

Top Attractions in Barcelona

Where to start might be the only problem to consider when visiting Barcelona! City breaks to this bustling city offer so many attractions that it can be difficult to decide where to start. From Las Ramblas, Barcelona's most famous street, which bustles all day and night, to the awe-inspiring majesty of Gaudi's world famous Sagrada Familia, the as yet unfinished cathedral which reaches high into the skyline, there is no end to the delights that the city has to offer. 

If you can tear yourself away from the city during your short break, Barceloneta Beach, a 4km stretch of golden sands, offers a beach holiday feel with the city on the doorstep. In addition, the Port Aventura theme park is easy to reach by rail and is one of the most applauded amusement parks in Europe. However you would be forgiven for wishing to stay in Barcelona itself during your weekend break - there is literally so much going on in this cultural hotspot that you might never want to leave!

Eating and Drinking in Barcelona

No Barcelona short break would be complete without a taste of tapas. A very special part of Spanish life, the small and simple dishes seem to have a way of bringing people together, with many Spaniards forgoing an evening meal at home to bar hop with friends instead, taking in the tapas of several bars. Often the simplest of foods, tapas offer glimpse of the hearty and unpretentious food which sustains the Spanish people. 

If you are looking for something a little more substantial during your short break, Barcelona offers a huge range of restaurants, in fact dining out is something of a popular pastime in the city. A cosmopolitan city, the entertainment options in this city breaks favourite are endless. The Barri Gotic area offers a huge choice of bars, while the Placa de Sant Josep Oriol is the area's nicest squares and one of the most popular places in the city to enjoy a drink and watch the action. 

Shopping in Barcelona

Barcelona offers the perfect opportunity for some excellent shopping; label lovers will adore this most stylish of cities, while bargain hunters will find outdoor markets where everything is sold from art to books and jewels. 

Adagio
	Rating VV Board Basis The Adagio is a small and simple hotel which enjoys an excellent location in the lively Gothic area. The hotel is also near to the Cathedral and Las ... Hotel details Add to shortlist

Amrey Diagonal
	Rating Board Basis The Amrey Diagnol enjoys a central location on the Avendia Diagnol and is just three metres away from the Placa de les Glories Catalanes. The Barcelona metro is also close by making ... Hotel details Add to shortlist

Astoria
	Rating VVV Board Basis This modern hotel is located in the heart of the city, close to the stylish shops of the Paseo de Gracia. There are 115 simple but well equipped rooms with shower/bathroom, TV, ... Hotel details Add to shortlist

Atlantis
	Rating VVV Board Basis Located just a few paces from Las Ramblas and Catalonia Square this is a welcoming, comfortable hotel in the centre of the city and within easy access of all places of ... Hotel details Add to shortlist

Avenida Palace
	Rating VVVV Board Basis In an enviable location between Paseo de Gracia and the Ramblas, this hotel gives you a feeling of warmth and ... Hotel details Add to shortlist

Balmes Hotel
	Rating VVV Board Basis The Balmes has a prime location being just a short walk from Catalonia Square, on Paseo de ... Hotel details Add to shortlist

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