Weekend away to Barcelona
Want a cheap weekend away to Barcelona? Take a look at Van der Valk Hotel Barcarola located on the Costa Brava. This beautiful hotel is less than 1.5 hours drive from Barcelona and the drive along the coast towards this beautiful city is an extra gift. Barcelona is the perfect escape for your weekend getaway, read on soon!
Discover art city Barcelona
One of the first things you "must" see in Barcelona is the Sagrada Familia church, or the Basilica i Temple Expiatori de La Sagrada Familia. Modernist architect Antoni Gaudí began building this extraordinary masterpiece in 1882. This life's work will be completed in 2026 after 144 years. Gaudí also designed the urban garden Park Güell where the colorful mosaic takes center stage. In addition, do not miss Camp Nou, a soccer stadium where you can feast your eyes...what an experience for soccer fans! Of course there is also the possibility to do different bike/walking tours through Barcelona during your weekend break and of course enjoy delicious tapas.
What to do in Barcelona with children
Barcelona is a city that can also be a great discovery for children through the history of the city. First of all, Camp Nou is also a boy's dream come true for young soccer fans. In addition, there is the Port Aventura amusement park, the name says it all: it is 1 big adventure and it is also 1 of the 10 best visited amusement parks in Europe! What makes a weekend perfect? An overnight stay in a Family Suite at Van der Valk Barcarola with the kids. Check out these tastefully decorated suites equipped with whirlpool and terrace/balcony.
Surroundings Barcelona
The surroundings of Barcelona are rich in picturesque villages, beautiful beaches, hidden ruins and historic cities, in short, the PERFECT escape to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Montserrat, for example, is an important pilgrimage site for Catalans. Also worth a visit is Museu Dalí, named after one of the most famous and renowned surrealist artists in the world. Also, his house and studio can be visited in Portlligat and the Gala Dalí castle in La Pera is a perfect addition to the introduction to Dalí (or called the Dalí triangle). Book your weekend away in Barcelona now and discover this surprising metropolis!