Barcelona is rightly considered one of the most popular destinations for city breaks in the whole of Spain, and with its abundance of cultural activities, cosmopolitan atmosphere and access to some lovely beaches it is easy to see why. The population is approximately four million; big enough to get lost in, but not too big to lose yourself in entirely. Like any city of this size, Barcelona offers the many pursuits for visitors. Some main attractions include the stunning Sagrada Familia, which is regarded as one of the landmarks of Barcelona’s vibrant architectural heritage. The Gothic Quarter of the city is also particularly well worth a look.

Particularly outstanding beaches are the Barceloneta and Icaria; indeed, on the Barceloneta visitors can see a monument to Christopher Columbus, the ‘Monument a Colom’. Barcelona is easily reached by the three ring roads including the Ronda de Dalt, the Ronda del Litoral and the Ronda del Mig. It is easily negotiated by car and there is ample opportunity for parking