Keep them Happy: Tips for Traveling with Kids
Oh Barcelona. The beach. The nightlife. The Ferris wheel? While many people feel the citys lively and bustling attractions cater to young adults looking for a hip city to party, the truth is Barcelona is as well equipped to serve the fickle tastes of the youth as any other city; making a memorable family holiday a very realistic expectation.
The city’s unique ability to preserve antiquity and history while still staying contemporary offers a wide range of activities. You may spend the day exploring the Picasso Museum or any one of the famous Gaudí attractions and then head off for a relaxing time at the Ciutadella Park.
Museums aside, Barcelona has an amazing array of family friendly attractions. It boasts one of the largest aquariums in the world, as well as a breathtaking amusement park on top of the highest point in Barcelona. So before you bore them with centuries of paintings and sculptures make sure to include a few of these suggestions in your itinerary.
Tibidabo Amusement Park
Spains oldest amusement park, it offers many exciting rides, performances, and games. Here you can enjoy old favorites such as the ferris wheel and bumper cars. However, do not miss the monorail train that offers a panoramic view of the city below. The park can be easily reached by the Tibibus that departs from Plaza Catalunya outside of El Corte Ingles or by the Tibidabo funicular from FGC (L7) Av. Tibidabo.
Prices and opening hours vary.
Please check website for more information.
www.tibidabo.es
L’Aquarium de Barcelona
Here you can explore life under the sea in Europe's largest aquarium. It has over 10,000 different species in 21 aquariums. Come eye to eye with sharks, rays and other sea animals as they swim up to the glass to get a closer look at their visitors. It is a great way to spend a few hours with the kids, especially during rainy or hot days.
Metro: Barceloneta-Line 4. Open: July-August, 9.30am-11pm daily. September-June, 9.30am-9pm Mon-Fri; 9.30am-9.30pm Sat-Sun.
Admission: Adults -16 euros; children 4-12 -11 euros and adults over 60 -12,50 euros.
www.aquariumbcn.com
Parc Ciutadella
When the weather permits, the main park in Barcelona holds a variety of family activities. Inside the park you will find the Museu d’Art Modern, the Museu de Geologica and Museu de Zoologica. Also, you can hire a bike to tour the park or a paddle boat for a ride in the lake located in the center of the park. Afterwards, you can visit the Zoo to see an array of animals from endangered mammals to slippery reptiles.
Metro: Arc de Triomph-Line 1
Barcelona Beaches
Spend the day sunbathing or cooling off from the heat at one of Barcelonas beaches. Here you will also find a string of restaurants, bars, and shopping areas.
Metro: Barceloneta or Ciutadella Villa Olimpica-Line 4.
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