Lonely Planet Barcelona (Travel Guide)

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Designed by architect Bruce Graham, the exterior's steel-and-glass build is one of the most distinct modern buildings in the city. Although the most recent edition was published in 2014, I believe that nearly all of the information you’ll find in this book will still be up-to-date today. Late spring or early autumn, when temperatures fall to below 25C, is a much more pleasant time to visit Barcelona.The majority of the Insight Guides Explore Barcelona guidebook is divided into suggested walking routes, including two possible routes through the Barri Gotic, walks along the waterfront and Barcelona’s beaches, and even a football-themed walking tour. August is the city's hottest and most humid month, with temperatures averaging 77 °F, and January is the coldest month, with averages around 49 °F.

This covers a tourist guide service that can be booked at any time via the "Book Your Guide Now" form which can be found at the top of this page. It covers all bases and then goes above and beyond, with a clear, easy-to-navigate layout and some excellent recommendations. Nicknamed Ciudad Condol (once upon a time, the city was the seat of the Count of Barcelona) the destination sticks with anyone who wanders among the remarkable architecture and through the airy plaças. Carefully planned routes covering the best of Barcelona give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip. Another one of the most trusted guides in travel, this is the 11th edition of the Rough Guide to Barcelona.I’m not too excited about the reviews of hotels and restaurants, but that’s information that I can easily find in one of the other recommended books, on my favorite travel blogs and from online reviews. Relaxed yet comprehensive, it sets out a rough, cycle-friendly route around four different neighbourhoods with a nicely written blurb, explaining the main sites, and a marked-out map.

And while Barça has no shortage of things to see and do, the city imparts a distinct sense of relaxation on those who pass through. In addition to checking out the trendy restaurants, bars, and boutiques, see remains of the old Roman city at the Museu d'Història de Barcelona. This allows this Spain guidebook to be super-comprehensive without being super-heavy or super-thick.The service is suitable for small or large groups, for couples and for families and includes visits to the city's museums, attractions and famous monuments as well going out for some tapas and vermouth! If you're only spending a few days in Barcelona, as part of a longer trip in Spain, the Barcelona chapter of either Spain guidebook is all you're likely to need. It really does have some fantastic additions for budget travelers, like a list of the city’s best cheap restaurants, comprehensive hostel reviews and a specific itinerary for budget travelers with free and inexpensive attractions.