Barcelona (Spain)

Why Go?

Stunning, still evolving architectural landscape—from Gaudí's epic Sagrada Familia to Jean Nouvel's imposing Torre Agbar.Party until the wee hours, or shop until you drop.A dining scene to rival—some say outstrip—Paris, spearheaded by expert experimental chef Ferran Adrià.

What to Skip

The grubby city beaches.

Nearest airports to Barcelona

Flight Information

Barcelona Airportis the main airport for Barcelona and the surrounding areas. Thereare currently three terminals but a fourth one is in construction andis supposed to open in 2009.

How to Arrive viaBarcelona Airport

Train

Line10 on RENFE's suburban train travels between the airport and Estacióde Franςa, thestation at the city centre. The journey will take 30-35 minutes.

Aerobus

This bus servicedeparts from the front of all terminals and goes to the city centre.Buses usually depart every 15 minutes. Alight at either Placa Espanaor Placa de Catalunya. A single ticket costs around €3.90 and around trip ticket costs about €6.70.

Taxi

You will have noproblem finding a taxi outside the airport. Make sure that it islicensed and metered before getting on. A ride to the city centretakes about 25 minutes, depending on traffic.

Resources

www.aena.es- The official web site for Barcelona Airport

www.renfe.es/cercanias/barcelona– The official web site for RENFE train services

www.emt-amb.com)– A web site for bus information in Spain

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