Monday, October 1, 2012
5. Barcelona Cathedral (La Seu) – dedicated to the city’s patron saint, Santa Eulalia, this graceful
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1. Wondering Down Las Ramblas discount air travel ticket – stretching from the heart of the city to the sea, Barcelona's most famous thoroughfare is lined from end to end with street entertainers. It may take some small change to get them to do their party piece, discount air travel ticket but you can always stand back and watch as other stump up the money. discount air travel ticket And there's always the lively La Boqueria Food Market to explore, with its almost architectural displays of fruit and vegetables.
2. Parc Guell – as soon as you walk into Parc Guell, you know you've walked straight into Gaudi's fertile imagination. Take your time to explore the fairy tale houses, fountains and ceramic tiled statues of this popular park.
3. Picasso Museum – Picasso discount air travel ticket spent his early years in Barcelona and the museum which displays one of the best collections of his works is free to enter on the first Sunday of every month. Be warned – it's popular and the queues can be enormous. Get there early.
4. Montjuic – this is the large hill to the South that overlooks the city. A late afternoon exploration will reward you with an excellent view of the sea as well as many gardens to explore (including a cactus garden). Evenings bring the free entertainment of the magic fountain – a beautiful showcase of light, music and water best viewed from the steps of the Palau Nacional Museum. Shows take place every 30 mins or so, Summer and Winter.
5. Barcelona Cathedral (La Seu) – dedicated to the city's patron saint, Santa Eulalia, this graceful gothic building, started in the late 13th century, discount air travel ticket is completely discount air travel ticket free to visit. Make sure you explore the tranquil cloister.
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