Things to do in Barcelona can be a very lengthy list. Barcelona is the biggest tourist attraction in Spain. There are so many things that you can do that you probably need to start by figuring out how much time you have to spend there. There is great architecture in the cathedrals, in the ancient buildings, and in the Gaudi architecture. You can also enjoy one of the many festivals in Barcelona, especially during August. You can visit the Zoo or spend time in one of the four main quarters. Perhaps you would rather see the Olympic port and enjoy the nightlife.

Barcelona shopping has various things to offer. Are you into fashion? If so then you should visit one of the many fashion shops that are owned and operated by some of the great designers. Or perhaps you would rather one of the modern design stores that sell everything from furniture to household appliances. Maybe you would like to visit the souvenir shops in search of a miniature of the festival dragons. Take into consideration the fact that from mid-August until early September about 10% of the shops are closed because the owners go on vacation.

When considering car parking - car hire in Barcelona, you may want to think again. The streets are very confusing and most often a one way of sorts. Reading a local map is next to impossible. Fuel prices are expensive, car rentals are expensive and parking is extremely expensive--usually somewhere between $4 and $12 per hour. Improper parking has a fine beginning around $270 - $300. On the other hand there are many forms of public transportation that are rather inexpensive and will take you almost anywhere you want to go. It is better to take the tram, bus or metro than to have to deal with traffic.

Finding a Barcelona hotel - Barcelona restaurant that's satisfactory is an easy process. There are hotels of every style and fashion, with every price tag that you could want. You can stay in an old inn that has been around for a couple hundred years or you can stay in a newly built hotel with all of the technological advances that you would ever want. For food, there are many places to eat. You can find food from all over the world, but you should be sure to try some of the Catalan food. You can even enjoy several wonderful places specifically for vegetarians and vegans.