About Barcelona

Barcelona, Spain’s second largest city is the capital of Catalonia and is home to around 2 million people. It has a history dating back over 2,000 years and in more recent times, obtained further international recognition by hosting the 1992 Olympic Games which saw Barcelona revitalized and introduced millions of new tourists to this beautiful coastal city.Barcelona is home to possibly Europe’s most well-preserved Gothic Quarter and Gaudi’s quirky architecture permeates the city - the steep walk up to his Parc Guell is a must - and galleries rightly highlight local genius talents Miro and Picasso. One of the major delights of Barcelona is simply walking around and discovering the city by foot, checking out the many markets, galleries, churches and museums. The centre of town, around the Ciutat Vella (old town), is the focus for many visitors looking for a taste of the city, whilst a trip out to the Barceloneta district and its beaches is a must when the weather is warm (which it is for most of the year).