In just over two weeks we are off to Barcelona for the weekend and we are so excited! It will be Baby’s first time on a plane, which fills me with just as much trepidation as it does excitement, but I am sure she will be a little superstar. Fingers firmly crossed.
The lovely people at Travel Supermarket are sending us to stay in the centre of the city at the Hotel Barcelona Universal.
Do you see why we are excited?!
We plan to visit Barcelona Zoo and the Aquarium, spending the rest of the time taking in the sights and sounds of the city. Neither Mr Hubby nor I have been to Barcelona before, so we are keen to experience as much as we can. I have been maniacally Googling and here are some places I would love to visit.
5 places on my Barcelona wish list
- Parc d’Atraccions Tibidabo
This amusement park opened in 1868 and is described as having other-worldly charms. I am not sure I would trust the rides… but I would love to go and takes some pictures.
- Pudding
This family friendly eatery is described as being similar to the animated part of ‘Mary Poppins’, when they jump into the chalk drawing on the pavement. It was opened by a Frenchwoman based in Barcelona and was designed for families. Parents can enjoy a coffee with pastries or sandwiches, while the children play with books, games, chalkboards and even iPads.
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Gelaaati di Marco
Probably one of the best ice creams shops in the city apparently….need I say more?!
- Sightseeing Hop on Hop off Bus Tour
As we won’t have huge amounts of time I think a great way to see as much of the city as possible is by taking an open top bus tour.
- Fantastik
I don’t seem to be able to go anywhere without shopping being involved and Fantastik looks right up my street. Described as an extraordinary bazaar offering playful and quirky objects from around the world.
I will of course fill you in when we get back; hopefully we will manage to get to all these places. Have you been to Barcelona? Do you have any recommendations of places we should add to the list?
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Disclosure: We are being taken to Barcelona by Travel Supermarket.