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Visiting Barcelona by Hire Car Getting Around

By Lek Boonlert

| November 28th 2011 | Views:

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Petrol is cheaper in Spain than in the UK, which makes car rental a popular choice, and having a private car allows visitors to travel at their own pace and do their own thing whenever they want. Barcelona hotels are on hand to offer information on where to go and what to do while staying in this varied city.

What to see by car

The attractions in the city are varied but many of the top sights are based around the architecture here. From Gaudi’s designs through to plainer buildings; the whole city is filled with delightful examples of varied buildings that attract millions of interested visitors very year.

Some of Barcelona is pedestrianised making it impossible to see it all by car but it is possible to mix up the use of a hire car with some walking without it making a huge impact on your trip.

- Camp Nou is well worth a visit for football fans as the stadium is one of the best in the world

- Las Ramblas is fully pedestrianised but visitors can park fairly close by in order to explore the interesting street

- Sagrada Familia is a large building that is the number one attraction in the city and the architecture is simply breathtaking

- Barcelona Aquarium is full of various fish and marine animals and this aquarium is fun for all ages

- Poble Espanyol de Montjuic is a pleasant area in the city and it allows visitors to get away from the hustle and bustle with its quaint streets and endless stalls selling crafts and souvenirs

How to hire a car

Hiring a car to explore Barcelona with can be done via the internet and there are some great deals that can be had this way too. Find a reputable website that offers a car at a price that you want and book it online through their booking page. Barcelona resorts are often able to offer advice on transport and many resorts and hotels will be all too pleased to assist you with booking a hire car after your arrival.

What else to do with a hire car

Going out for a meal in the city is easily doen when you have your own transport. Barceloneta is home to a seemingly endless row of restaurants and places to enjoy by night and locals mingle with holidaymakers while sinking sangria by the jug. There are many museums here that can be seen with the use of a hire car and the Picasso Museum along with the FC Barcelona Museum make up the most popular choices.

As well as seeing Barcelona and its various sights and attractions; a hire car can be used to get farther out of the city and into the surrounding countryside where keen hikers can enjoy the fresh air of the natural landscapes here. Girona is only a short drive away and the Costa Brava can also be reached in a short time for those looking for a coastal holiday.

Lek Boonlert - About Author:
Lek Boonlert is an editor and content reviewer at DirectRooms and is responsible for all Barcelona Hotels content.