Barcelona
Barcelona
Barcelona
Barcelona
Barcelona
City Guide
City Guide
City Guide
City Guide
City Guide
Barcelona
Barcelona
Barcelona
Barcelona
Barcelona
City Guide
City Guide
City Guide
City Guide
City Guide
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IN A NUTSHELL
Visit Barcelona with Kids
Barcelona is a family friendly destination which is great to visit all year round! The Mediterranean weather is quite mild, Spanish people are very welcoming. Visiting Barcelona with kids will make for a great family trip!
There are always interesting activities for families with kids of all ages.
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LOCATION
Family-Friendly Areas & Hotels in Barcelona
Family friendly neighbourhoods in Barcelona
- El Raval
- Poblenou
- L’Eixample
- Barceloneta
- Sants-Montjuïc
- Gothic Quarter
- Plaça de Catalunya
- Poble Sec & Sant Antoni
- El Born: Sant Pere, Santa Caterina and La Ribera
Many attractions are also within short distances of these neighbourhoods.
Family friendly hotels in Barcelona
Eurostars Grand Marina – Barceloneta
Located in Port Vell (one of the best areas to stay in as a family), this hotel was designed to look like a cruise liner. It also has executive suite to accommodate larger families.
Hotel Colón Barcelona – Ciutat Vella
Located within the city centre. It accommodates larger families in junior suites and it is very child friendly.
Located near the Catalunya square. This makes for a great stay for families. Rooms have bunk beds which kids love and other facilities such as those for coffees and teas. There is a metro station close by.
AC Hotel Barcelona Forum by Marriott
Located within walking distance to the beach, this hotel offers huge family rooms, one of the most accommodating family hotels that you’ll find in Barcelona.
PLAY
Activities for children ages 0-5
Tiring our babies and toddlers whilst they absorb all that is around them.
Catalunya en Miniatura & Bosc Animat – A family theme park. You can also discover the forest in different adventurous ways.
L’Aquàrium of Barcelona – Located in Port Vell, this is one of Europe’s biggest marine centres.
PortAventura World Parks & Resort – The biggest theme park in Spain. Visit for some fun!
Barcelona Zoo – Different types of species including endangered animals.
Sapakara Fun Parcs – Different indoor parks including a playground, a jumping park.
Font Màgica – Music, water acrobatics and lights.
PLAY
Activities for older kids
Keeping the older kids happy, entertained, and reducing the amount of times they ask for a screen or complain about being bored.
Catalunya en Miniatura & Bosc Animat – A family theme park. You can also discover the forest in different adventurous ways.
L’Aquàrium of Barcelona – Located in Port Vell, this is one of Europe’s biggest marine centres.
PortAventura World Parks & Resort – The biggest theme park in Spain. Visit for some fun!
Barcelona Zoo – Different types of species including endangered animals.
Sapakara Fun Parcs – Different indoor parks including a playground, a jumping park, jungle tags, and arcade games.
El Poble Espanyoul – An open-air museum.
G Experiència – Experience the life of Gaudi in 4D.
Parc d’Atraccions del Tibidabo – Various rides and attractions!
Mirador – Collserola Tower – Amazing views of Barcelona.
PLAY
Parks & Playgrounds
Parc de Collserola – A protected natural site, discover Barcelona’s secret forest.
Parc de Montjuïc – With botanical gardens
Parc del Laberint
Parc de Cervantes
Parc de la Ciutadella
Parc de l’Oreneta
Parc de la Guineueta
Turó de la Peira
Park Güell – Gaudi’s revelation
Other modern green spaces:
Parc de Diagonal Mar
Parc Central de Nou Barris
Parc de l’Estació del Nord
Parc del Clot
MUSEUMS
Family-friendly museums in Barcelona
Museums
Many museums in Barcelona offer family workshops, which will make the visit more fun.
Art, history & humanities museums:
Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya
Science and constellations museums:
Museu de Ciències Naturals de Barcelona
Sport museums:
FC Barcelona Museum-Camp Nou Experience
Other fun workshops:
Museu de la Xocolata – Chocolate lollipop-making class.
Museu de la Música – Build Korean percussion instruments.
Museu Marítim de Barcelona – Build a submarine in a bottle.
Fun museums:
Big Fun Museum – Full of optical illusions.
Wax Museum – Various figures of characters that have made an impact.
THE OCEAN
Beachs in Barcelona
Beaches in Barcelona are easily accessible for prams and people with reduced mobility. They are also a few minutes away from any bus stop.
Beaches vary from sandy, to ones with small caves.
Sant Sebastià – Sandy beach
Sant Miquel – Sandy beach
La Barceloneta – Closest beach to the city centre which attracts a lot of tourists.
Mar Bella – A quieter spot and a nice area even for picnics.
Nova Mar Bella – A quieter beach with a children’s playground.
Llevant – With a natural seawater swimming pool – open in the summer months only – located at Forum Parc.
If you are an adventurous family, then why not try out paddle surfing or kayaking? There are other activities to do by the beach.
FOOD
Where to eat in Barcelona
The Boqueria Market – Try to avoid going here at peak times, but enjoy an early meal. You can also grab some food items from the stall and make a picnic out of them.
Escriba – An amazing pastry shop if you’re craving some goodies.
Pim Pam Burger/Plats – A great spot if you’re visiting Ciutadella Park and The Picasso Museum. These are known to serve the best burgers in the city!
Bar Lobo – Family tapas including kids favourite dishes such as burgers and nuggets.
Moaz – A vegetarian option.
El Nacional – A food court with 4 restaurants and 4 bars, with plenty of space to roam around with strollers.
Alice Secret Garden – Offering cakes, pies and brunch.
Check out other restaurants around Barcelona.
When in Barcelona, do not miss out on the Catalan cuisine.
TRANSPORTATION
How to get around in Barcelona
Buses
A fleet of over 1,000 fully adapted buses serve all areas of Barcelona. All buses are fitted with ramps and designated seating for wheelchairs and prams.
Metros
91% of metro stations offer step-free access and all of them have ramps at the platform edge to make it easier to board the trains.
A service that enables you to get around the city easily in a double decker bus.
Insider Tips
The Weather
A Mediterranean climate that can be enjoyed all year round!
Ride on a Cable Car
A unique experience, as you enjoy the breathtaking views of the city.
TRAVEL TO BARCELONA
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