Taking the family to Barcelona, Spain presents more family attractions packed with culture, recreation, shopping, and fine dining than most families dream of.
Surprising Barcelona is filled with so many unusual sights and attractions that families often find it to be the highlight of a Europe tour with the kids. Young ones delight in the city’s exotic array of architectural monuments, teens adore the shopping and street life, and all ages will appreciate the fine cuisine and laid back lifestyle.
Barcelona (or BCN) is the proud capital of Catalunya province. Barcelona family attractions feature the colorful Catalan language and culture that set it apart from any other city in Spain. A temperate Mediterranean climate makes it a pleasant destination year round, though a chilly, damp winter spell and some summer scorchers are not unknown.
Barcelona, however, may be Europe’s hottest destination in terms of popularity! Take advantage of being able to book Barcelona family attractions ahead and skip the lines. Your kids will be grateful. For more information about it and the city in general, visit the Barcelona Tourist Information website.
Great Fun For The Kids
(Toddler to Age 8)
Barceloneta and Port Olimpic
Capitanía Port Olimpic
08005 Barcelona
34/93 225 9220
Those who knew Barcelona in the pre-Olympics days (prior to 1992) will be interested in seeing the city’s extensive waterfront development known as Port Olímpic. It’s busiest from March to September, the best weather for beach-going and sitting at oceanfront cafes. The Olympic area includes some major hotels (Hotel Arts is one of the best) if you want to stay portside. Stroll the 700-berth marina, Forum shopping and entertainment complex, and the Diagonal Mar shopping center. Look for cushy nurseries for shopping moms. The attractive Parc Diagonal Mar is ideal with a stroller. Don’t forget pictures with some wonderful public sculpture. Pause at one of the many beach bars for a cool drink and some tapas before playing at the beach. (Cristoforo Colon departed from Barcelona on his voyage to the New World from a pier at the foot of Las Ramblas.)
Parc de la Ciutadella – Barcelona Zoo
Parc de la Ciutadella s/n
08003 Barcelona
34/93 225 67 80
This is a large, full service zoo with exotic animals such as lions, camels, elephants and reptiles. Alas, the legendary crowd favorite, Snowflake, an albino lowland gorilla, passed away. The mobility challenged can tour the zoo aboard a small train, and pony rides and dolphin shows give everyone brief opportunities to sit down. Hours for this Barcelona family attractions vary according to season. Check their website for multilingual guided tours and Catalan language workshops for children.
Parc d’atraccions Tibidab – Tibidabo Amusement Park
Pl. del Tibidabo 3-4
08035 Barcelona
34/93 211 79 42
This is a classic amusement park built high on a hill in the northern part of the city. Founded in 1899, it offers panoramic views, puppet shows in Catalan, a variety of rides, a robot museum and more. The brave should check out Avio, a vintage 1927 propeller plane that’s really a flight simulator and soars above the crowd. Open daily with extended hours on weekends; check before going for their seasonal operating times.
Museu de la Xocolata
C/. Comerc, 36
08003 Barcelona
34/93 268 78 78
The Barcelona Confectionary Guild runs one of c. This small, modern museum devoted to the study of chocolate. In addition to its uses and history, visitors can learn how chocolate is made into candy, or stay for baking workshops devoted to local recipes. Said to be suitable for all ages.
Free Barcelona Attractions Fun For Older Children
(Up to Age 18)
If you only have a few days in the city, spend one of the them outdoors. Soaking up the city’s lavish architectural elements and hip vibe. Museums can wait for the next stop on your Eurotrip.
Plaça de Catalunya – Catalan Plaza
This huge traffic circle lined with shops is another favorite Barcelona attraction for families. The plaza separates the 19th century city that grew beyond the medieval city walls and old Barcelona is Barcelona family attractions, a Corte Ingles department store, and sidewalk cafes that define the city center. It’s the place for the main tourist office (underground), the beginning of Las Ramblas (a pedestrian walk leading to the port) and a cool place to hang out
Moll d’Espanya
Port Vell
08039 Barcelona
Families need to inject some of the familiar into a schedule packed with squiggly Gaudi architecture and Picasso paintings. (Especially true with teens.) This popular mall is a great place to do it, as the kids can check out a contemporary Euro food court, the Imax Port Vell theater and the interactive, well-designed L’Aquarium de Barcelona.
Read about more fun Barcelona attractions with older kids in this family’s report!
Worth Every Euro Barcelona Attractions with Teens
Shell out those Euros to engage with three key Barcelona family activities. Two focus on the region’s incredibly rich artistic heritage and one on its famous futbol team. All are worth a closer look.
Museu Picasso
Carrer Montcada 15-23
08003 Barcelona
34/93 256 30 00
The city’s Picasso Museum, housed in five connected palaces dating from the 13th to 15th centuries, is a wonderful stop for those interested in the famed Spanish artist Pablo Ruiz Picasso. Soon after moving to Barcelona in 1895, the Picasso family enrolled their artistic son in a local arts academy. More than 3,800 of his early works, largely completed before the artist settled in Paris, make up the permanent collection. The family’s houses, Picasso’s studios, the Llotja Painting Academy where he studied, the Quatre Gats bar, his friends’ studios and other sites related to his life are found in the area around the present Ciutat Vella or Old City of the Gothic Quarter.
Fundacio Joan Miro
Parque de Montjuic s/n
08038 Barcelona
34/93 443 9470
The Miro Foundation and Centre for Contemporary Art Studies are a popular attraction for artists and cultural visitors. In addition to showcasing the famed Catalan artist, the contemporary white museum is considered a masterwork of the architect Josep Lluis Sert. Kids enjoy seeing Joan Miro’s colorful large paintings and playful sculpture. Be sure to catch the pieces out on terraces — together.
Combine a visit with a walk through Montjuic, Barcelona’s most prominent park. This hilltop park hosts the National Palace built for the 1929 World’s Fair and remodeled into an art museum for the 1992 Olympics. The large Magic Fountain in front of the palace is a popular evening attraction in summer, and has light shows weekend evenings year round. Local families enjoy the Piscines Picornell, public swimming pools, where outdoor films are shown in summer. Getting there is fun, too. The Montjuic Funicular runs from the metro stop at Paral-lel in the city up to the park in less than 2 minutes. Your Barcelona Hola! BCN travel cards can be used as tickets.
Futbol Club Barcelona
Avinguda Aristides Maillol, s/n
08028 Barcelona
34/97 236 65 36
Sports fans and soccer moms will want to visit Camp Nou, the famous soccer arena of the “Barca” team that sports blue and red stripes. The admission fee is pricey (kids under 6 years enter free) but worthwhile. Visitors are welcome to explore the indoor arena and walk on the pitch; see the president’s box, press area and locker rooms; shop in the huge and well stocked official merchandise store, and tour a small memorabilia museum. Those who don’t realize the importance of futbol in Europe are in for a real treat, as everything related to Barcelona Kappa is enshrined in a manner befitting the Crown Jewels. Open daily.
Fun For The Whole Family
Barri Gotic (Barrio Gothico)
This enclave of narrow, winding cobblestone alleys that captures the mystique of Barcelona should be the family’s first stop. The immaculately preserved heart of old Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter shelters many major landmarks. Our first pick is the Picasso Museum. History buffs should see Museu d’Història de la Ciutat (see remnants of ancient Roman era walls at the city history museum.) If you have time, take in the beautiful Cathedral Sant Jaume in the Plaça de Sant Jaume; Palau de la Generalitat (seat of the Catalan government); and City Hall. Book Barcelona walking tours and other attractions in advance to appreciate the Gothic Quarter. No one gets lost, kids can easily follow along with the fascinating stories of bohemian life in the district, and elements of stunning architecture are brought to your attention.
Las Ramblas – La Rambla
This colorful pedestrian passage from the heart of the contemporary commercial city to the old port bisects several interesting neighborhoods. It’s more than an attraction, it’s a good place to get to know the heart of Barcelona. Las Ramblas is always busy, especially around the Boqueria produce market and flower stalls. Explore in the cool and dusky light of late afternoon, when crowd strolls with more purpose. Pause to admire the architecture of the classic Teatre del Liceu, a man selling songbirds, or the mimes and jugglers who ply their entertaining trade.
Gaudi Masterpieces are Barcelona’s Unique Attractions
The works of the Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi are all designated UNESCO World Heritage sites. They are Barcelona must-sees because they are so famous as remarkable examples of modernism. Born in 1852 in the province of Tarragona, Gaudi was a creative visionary who took the naturalistic elements of Art Nouveau far beyond his contemporaries. He experimented with structures and building materials. His fertile imagination turned wrought iron into dragons, skylights into flower petals, chimneys into molten candles and cement benches into fallen logs. The Barcelona Tourist Office can provide a complete list of Gaudi monuments in the city. Read on for a few of the better known structures open for public view.
Casa Batllo
Passeig de Gracia, 43
08007 Barcelona
If you follow the Passeig de Gracia from Plaça de Catalunya you’ll be in the old village of Gracia, a planned residential community that dates back to the beginnings of the Modernism movement. Casa Batllo, ca. 1906, was built by the Catalan visionary Antoni Gaudi (1852–1926) and is a remarkable architectural achievement. The mezzanine floor, staircase, attic and rooftop of this pastel blue and white building have been opened to the public. Kids of any age will be intrigued by the self-guided visit to the former Batllo apartment. Delight the eye with undulating walls, floral skylights, distinctive ceiling trim, imaginative windows and other curvilinear features.
La Pedrera or Casa Mila
Passeig de Gracia, 92
08007 Barcelona
34/93 484 59 00
La Pedrera, or Casa Mila as it’s properly called, is nearby. Don’t miss this unusually sculpted gray stone apartment building. Built between 1906 and 1910, it’s considered Antoni Gaudi’s masterpiece. Undulating walls, waves of wrought iron outlining balconies and stairs, paving stones, playful benches and street lamps convey Gaudi’s completely fantastical vision. There is a fun shop packed with unusual toys and books. Be sure to seet he attic cut into 13 apartments, now fully restored to house a fascinating exhibition about Gaudi’s work. Go, even if the kids only see the maze-like roof where curvilinear walls and chimneys are interspersed with wonderful skyline views.
Temple de la Sagrada Familia, Barcelona’s Top Family Attraction
Mallorca 401
08013 Barcelona
34/93 207 30 31
Antoni Gaudi supervised this project from 1883 until his death in 1926 yet the monumental Sacred Family cathedral remains unfinished to this day. The sheer scale of Gaudi’s fluid, naturalistic elements has made it one of the city’s most famous landmarks. Inside, admire the 12 towers already built, or watch completion of the four belfries, transepts and nave. There is a small museum of drawings, plans and Gaudi memorabilia on site. Admission fees are donations that fund future work and include entry into the Gaudi Casa-Museu near Parc Guell (see below).
Gaudi fans should make the brief walk from here up the car-free Avinguda Gaudi to the Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, another of Barcelona’s modernista buildings. Open daily with extended hours in summer and limited hours over the Christmas and New Year holidays.
Parc Guell
Carretera del Carmel
08024 Barcelona
34/93 219 38 11
Visitors of any age will delight in Parc Guell, a planned residential community commissioned by Gaudi’s top patron, the Count Eusebi Guell. What failed as a real estate venture in 1923 has since prospered as a public green space. Enjoy weaving walkways, overhanging stalactite forms and undulating benches. Marvel at Gaudi’s signature mosaics of broken tile forming abstract flowers and animal shapes. One of Barcelona’s top family attractions, Parc Guell is a must, even if no one in the family has to run off steam. The park’s central plaza attracts buskers and entertainers, as well as craftsmen selling their wares. At the eastern side of the park is the pink stucco home Gaudi occupied for many years, now the Gaudi Casa-Museu, a museum filled with memorabilia and architectural elements designed for various projects.
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great feedback on what we’re seeing for 2015; agree that ecotourism has become so mainstream that it’s time all ages and all abilities (including those with disabilities) are included in nature-focused travel.
And yes, disruptive technologies like uber and airbnb are usually started by young people and grow by appealing to young travelers, but as we all know, they too will settle down and have kids and then look at new ways to make their services more “family-friendly.” So that’s an area where we see tremendous growth potential and hope for fresh ideas.
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Cincinnati, Ohio. Just another city in the Mid-West, right? Wrong. Cincinnati is one of the greatest cities in Ohio. With our stunning river front view, our bustling downtown, and the newly gentrified Over-the-Rhine, what else could we have in store?
For starters, Cincinnati has the 7th best zoo in the nation.Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens is a great location for exploration and learning. People of all ages can appreciate the wide variety of animals found in the Zoo. Not only are the animals astounding, but guests get the chance for a hands on experience with many of the animals. For example, in Giraffe Ridge, guests can purchase a snack for the Giraffes and then feed them over the balcony. These moments will be remembered and cherished for the rest of a person's life.
Another great accessory Cincinnati has is the new, urban planned area called "The Banks. The Banks features apartments on the second floor of the buildings and restaurants and music venues on the first floor. This is a great area for younger couples to hang out at night.
Findlay Market is a wonderful way to spend an afternoon or weekend. Findlay Market is the oldest public market in the state of Ohio. The market is open every day but Monday and is one of the best places to find locally and organically grown foods. Another great feature about Findlay Market is that the area surrounding the market is newly gentrified, meaning that it has been refurbished. This makes the area even more desirable.
The Newport Aquarium</a>is not located in the city of Cincinnati itself but it is an awesome place for family fun. Newport, Kentucky is only a 10 minute drive from downtown Cincinnati and has other amenities. Other places to visit while in Newport would be Dewey's Pizza, Brothers, Brio, and the Haufbrau House. All these restaurants give a different essence to the name "Cincinnati". Dewey's is a local pizza joint that runs the gamut in available options. Clever names and quick service make for a great time. Brothers and Brio are Italian restaurants that serve authentic Italian cuisine (Brothers is the less expensive option). The Haufbrau House is a German Bier Garten style restaurant that offers a large selection of beers and sandwiches. Along with normal options, the HaufBrau House also provides authentic German food. After you eat, the chicken dance is played, giving patrons the opportunity to dance on the table tops.
Other Cincinnati food traditions are Goetta and Skyline. When German immigrants came over to America, they settled along the Ohio River, then called the "Rhine". The Germans created a meat similar to sausage called Goetta. Goetta consists of ground pork or beef, oats, and a variety of spices. This specific meat can only be found in Cincinnati and occasionally there are large festivals for Goetta and German heritage. On the other hand Skyline is chili, created by Greek immigrants. The name "Skyline" originates from the owner believing that the Cincinnati skyline was the most beautiful he had ever seen. Skyline chili has a unique flavor due to the large amount of chocolate used in the chili.
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Ames, Iowa provides many opportunities to experience American culture and become immersed in American history. Since the mid 1800s, Ames has become a booming college town. Culture has had lots of time to flourish in this time, and evidence of the age of this town can be found everywhere. Tourists coming to Ames can also feel safe and enjoy Ames' attractions without fear of crime. Gun fights in Ames are practically unheard of, and the friendly people never hesitate to wave, even at newcomers to the area. Any tourist can appreciate the age and personality of Ames, as well as its safety.
To experience the culture in Ames, tourists must visit Stephen's Auditorium on Iowa State University's campus. This theater hosts a variety of concerts, plays, musicals, and other theatrical performances. Comfortable seating and awesome acoustics make this location a worthy contender for a relaxing night out. Big acts such as Bill Nye the Science Guy and the band Needtobreathe have to known to reserve this venue so one feels included in a special and popular event, but the space does not have an overwhelming size, so overcrowding and overheating will not deduct from the experience. Stephen's Auditorium will help in discovering the culture of Ames.
Tourists wishing to discover some of Ames' culture would greatly benefit from attending Ames' Farmer's Market on Saturdays on Main Street. Vendors have local and homegrown produce, meat, eggs, pastries, jewelry, art and many other items for sale that offer a taste of Iowan culture. Musicians often perform for shoppers, so they can be entertained while shopping. Ames' Farmer's Market provides an excellent opportunity to experience the culture of Ames and Iowa.
Evidence of Ames' history can be found in a visit to Iowa State University's campus. Founded in 1858, Iowa State University was the sight where George Washington Carver decided to do much of his botany research. Visitors to the college will see evidence of the age of this college in the buildings from this era that still exist. Iowa State University also housed the master minds who created the first computer. Tourists to Ames can take a trip to Durham Center in Iowa State and view the replica of this first computer. Main Street offers a taste of history also. The buildings in this area of Ames give a taste of what architecture looked like back in the early 20th century. A mural on Main Street depicts some of the founders of Ames. History holds great importance in Ames, and tourists can experience this without too much trouble.
To curb tourist's hunger, Ames offers many excellent places for dining. No tourist should visit Ames without eating at Hickory Park. This restaurant is famous not only for its deliciously moist chicken but also its tangy barbecue sandwiches. After the main meal, enjoy sweet and creamy ice cream. Dublin Bay offers wonderful Irish cuisine for tourists to enjoy. Try the moist Shepherd's Pie with perfectly salted fries for contentment. For fans of Mexican food, El Azteca guarantees friendly service, free chips, and delectably flavorful food. Many restaurants with amiable service and food that delights the taste buds are available for hungry tourists.
Though a relatively small town, Ames offers visitors a chance to learn about the history and culture of not only Ames, but the state of Iowa without fear of crime. Numerous attractions exist for this purpose. Visitors can also talk to the mayor of Ames, Ann Campbell, about the culture of history of Ames. City council members happily will answer questions from tourists. Tourists will not be sorry for visiting this town.
Northern Nevada never stops to amaze.
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Wow, this sounds likea great merging of chocolate and history, two of my favorite subjects.
I am looking forward to experiencing this for myself, thank you for the informative post.
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This is a terrific article that I am so glad to have read. I didn't know there was a car-free way to appreciate the beauty of the Grand Canyon. Sounds like a fun, scenic and eco-friendly option.
Your essay moved me to tears. I am also a finalist in the scholarship and I wrote about visiting Poland’s concentration camps. I would love your opinion on my essay.
I wrote this essay hoping to bring people closer to understanding, as close to understanding as we can get. I want to share an experience that had an impact on me. This trip truly changed me, and what I want do with my life. I suggest if you have the means or are able to visit Poland or go on March of the Living. I know there are teen and family trips with BBYO.
Thank you so much for what you said. I truly appreciate what you said. I also visited the picture of your family. Your family is beautiful and I am so glad that they were able to make it through such a devastating time.
I loved reading about your romantic return to what sounds like a beatiful and vibrant island. Thanks for sharing some of its treasures.
This is a great story, thank you for sharing the glories of Octoberfest in lesser known Nerumberg. My mouth was atering reading about all of the regional delicacies that accompany the beer!
Oh goodness, this is so sad! Thanks for sharing all of this information, a lot of these things I did not know until just now. We're taught about the Holocaust at school, but I'm sure that there is nothing like actually being at a concentration camp to understand how it actually was. Thanks for sharing.
wow! This sounds like such a wonderful experience. I'm sure it was very enlightening, and it really makes me happy to read that last paragraph. I think it's beautiful that you see things that way, and I hope to some day personally come to that realization through my own experiences. Thanks so much for sharing this.
Hi Debbie,
You will want he Medical Authorization Form from each child's parents with a photocopy of their insurance card.
Then you can use the last form which is for group tours, school outings etc. It is fine for domestic travel, Include travel info for each child so that parents assign you guardianship for certain period of time only.
Get these forms notarized. Make several photocopies in case an adventure tour operator wants to keep one. Or, if you all travel on same flights, get one long form, like a petition, and be sure both of each child's parents or guardians sign it.
You should be fine with it. Does the hotel know? Many states say it is illegal for a minor to occupy a room without an adult present. You may need connecting rooms guaranteed.
Enjoy the trip and write about what you did!
JaguarZ writes to the Admin with a very good question:
I will be traveling to Hawaii, originating on the eastcoast, with 4 minors (only 1 is my child) – they will all be 17 at the time of travel. I need to be able to "act as their guardian" — for example, sign waiver forms for activities, seek medical coverage if necessary.
I found a form or two on the site, but they seem geared toward international travel and do not seem to include the ability to "sign the waiver forms" I mention above. Any suggestions? I realize I may be able to get some of these forms signed before we leave, BUT for those activities they decide on when we are there — H E L P!
Thank you so much for your anticipated support
Debbie
This is really incredible. It is a dream of mine to visit Alaska, and I hope that if I ever do get to go, that I can experience what you did. My dad and I are avid kayakers, so it was somewhat relatable, although I doubt that Miami waters are NEARLY as cool (haha) as those in Alaska.This truly sounds like the trip of a lifetime.
I wanted to add that I loved the way you described everything, it was so beautiful and real.
Aw, I'm so sorry that happened to your dad but I'm glad something good came out of it. My family was actually planning on going to Gatlinburg next summer but we're all way too chicken to do this white water rafting haha. Thanks for sharing this.
Thank you for sharing this! That sounds like a truly beautiful experience. I love the bit about never underestimating yourself the most, very true.
*2009 not 2008
This is about my trip to South Dakota.
This trip was indeed and enriching expreience.
If you copy and paste the URL at the bottom of the post into your browser, it will take you to a video clip of the event, and if you skip to the last 12 seconds of the video you will see myself and one of my good friends sprinting in to the finish. We ended up tieing for 9th place.