Thanks to a quick and easy Barcelona Airport transfer, the city is highly accessible and has become one of the most popular holiday destinations in recent decades. Although traditional tourist attractions such as Parc Guell and the Picasso Museum are well worth your time, there are also lots of hidden gems to discover in the off-the-beaten-path part of the city. With this guide, you’ll know exactly where to go when you want to escape the crowds.
Visit an Art Café
The art cafés in Barcelona give you the unique opportunity to discover the work of local artists in an informal atmosphere. Several coffee houses, including Guzzo on Plaça Comercial and Cosmo on Carrer Enric Granados, have walls that are lined with paintings. If you don’t have too much luggage, it’s a great place to ask your Barcelona Airport transfer driver to drop you off, so that you can start your city break with style. Enjoy a frothy coffee or tasty pastry and let yourself be inspired by the arty creations.
Watch a Show at Sala Hiroshima
Sala Hiroshima has become famous for its interesting and experimental theatre performances. When you catch your Barcelona Airport transfer, you may want to ask your driver to tell you more about it or give you directions for how to get there. The stage hosts a brilliant variety of shows, ranging from theatre to dance to multimedia performances by an array of international and local groups.
Soak in Some Culture at Palau Macaya
This stylish Modernist palace remains mostly unheard of outside of Spain. It is an underrated artefact which is not only stunning to look at, but is also home to a huge collection of historic books. The building, which was recently restored, hosts regular art exhibitions, as well as free film projections.
Find a Hidden Treasure at a Flea Market
Barcelona has an increasing number of vintage and second-hand markets, which have a great selection of old-fashioned furniture, antique objects and other brilliantly kitsch ornaments that are perfect for giving a house a little character. The largest and best market is Els Encants Vells, which is conveniently located near the Glòries Metro. If you’re in the mood for some bargain hunting, you’ll love the stalls with clothes, books and jewellery – there are over 500 of them!
Take a Cheeky Peak into the Erotic Museum
If you’re looking for something unconventional, then this museum is for you. Explore the hidden lust that ruled the streets of Barcelona throughout the nineteenth and twentieth centuries by viewing the museum’s erotic paintings, sexual records and sensual video collections.
How to Get There
Thanks to Shuttle Direct’s Barcelona Airport transfer, travelling from London to Spain is a relaxed experience. After catching a direct, two-hour flight with Ryanair, easyJet or British Airways, a friendly driver will meet you outside the terminal and take you to your accommodation. He may even be able to give you some great tips about the city’s hidden gems.
Lukas Johannes is a driver for Shuttle Direct, the number one provider of shared and private airport transfers all over Europe and northern Africa. If you’re looking for an affordable Barcelona airport transfer, Lukas and his colleagues can make sure that you and your luggage get to and from the airport swiftly and safely.
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