Barcelona | Costa Brava Holidays and Vacations

There is no denying that Barcelona is a beautiful city to get a vacation rentalin Spain . Full of stunning architecture, vibrant colour and plenty of green spaces, it can be sometimes difficult to take it all in from street level. It is sometimes better to step back and take a look at the city from above, and there are a number of viewpoints that will provide some spectacular views of the city and beyond. Bunkers del Carmel Over the years, Bunkers del Carmel has become a popular hangout for friends and loved ones to relax and watch the sunset. It is location of where the military stationed anti-aircraft artillery during the Spanish Civil War, and once you reach the viewpoint, it becomes clear why this lofty location was chosen. Not only can you get views over the whole city, there is also often a great atmosphere. Tibidabo Located at the back of the city, Tibidabo is one of the many mountains that traps the city between it and sea. This is one of the best-known v...

Booking your vacation rental in Barcelona around the gothic quarter means that you only have to step outside your door to be surrounded by stunning architecture and a hub of activity. The streets of Barcelona’s gothic quarter are filled with Medieval buildings and trendy bars, clubs and restaurants. What’s more, you are in the heart of the city, within easy reach of all the other main attractions. History The area is known as the gothic quarter due to its former life as a Roman village. You will still be able to find many remains of its glorious past. Because of the constant modernisation of the area, it’s not unusual for you to spot a modern building right next to an ancient one. It’s this eclectic mix of old and new that brings people from all over the world to find Barcelona accommodation in this area. Shopping There is an abundance of shopping opportunities in the gothic quarter. For commercial shopping head to Calle Portal de L’Angel or you can spend hours popping in...