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GMT: +1 hour.
FLIGHT TIME: 2 hour.
CURRENCY: Euro.
CLIMATE: Barcelona enjoys a wonderful climate with warm
weather in May through to September. August can be
very hot with average temperatures around 29°C.
January is much colder with top temperatures only
reaching 13°C.
BARCELONA
DINING
Barcelona easily rivals other European capital cities with its stylish Whether in the mood for a Catalan supper in the coolest cutting-
blend of medieval and modern architecture, creative gastronomy, edge restaurant, tapas taken leaning against a bar, or an alfresco
affordable fashion, and nightlife – this city likes to party! paella, Barcelona hits the spot. It’s best to make lunch your main
meal and take advantage of the menú del día offered in most
eateries. The earliest you can expect to eat in the evening is 9pm.
CULTURE
Expect some serious sightseeing. A rich history has filled Barcelona
with landmark buildings and world-class museums, including Gaudí's
famed Sagrada Família, the Museu Picasso, a Gothic cathedral,
and Las Ramblas - the grand, tree-lined promenade cutting through
the heart of the Old Town.
SHOPPING
Big-name boutiques, shiny speciality stores, fascinating markets,
and modern malls – Barcelona makes for some great shopping.
The elegant Passeig de Gràcia contains some of the most expensive
retail space in Spain, while the Old Town is where to find one-off
retailers. Almost all stores close on Sundays.
GETTING AROUND
Bag a bargain with the Barcelona Card, sold at tourist offices.
The 24-hour card gives unlimited travel on all public transport,
a free walking tour, and between a 20% and 100% discount in
all museums, plus money off meals and more.
26 | EUROPE To book your Pure Luxury holiday call our travel ambassadors on 0844 493 0020 or visit your local travel agent
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