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<\/center> <\/p>\nA single trip costs a Euro, but there\u2019s a whole slew of discount cards available for multiple journeys, and these are an excellent deal. If you\u2019re going to be in Barcelona more than a day or two, I highly recommend getting the T-10 card, which allows you 10 trips within the city, and costs 5.80 Euros. That works out to only 58 Eurocents a trip, and that includes an hour and 20 minutes of travel time, which can easily get you anywhere you need to go. These can be purchased at the station window or from one of the automated machines. If you\u2019re going to be staying longer, even better discounts are available on a monthly or yearly basis.<\/p>\n
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Electronic toll booths accept your ticket and read out how many more trips you have left on your card. You can also count the stamps on the back and figure out how many more you have left.<\/p>\n
Buses<\/p>\n
Buses also provide excellent service, but run less frequently than the Metro. They\u2019re often the best way to get to some of the main tourist attractions including Montjuic, Port Vell, Vila Olymipia. Bus schedules only tell you how long you wait between buses, but not exact times, which can vary with traffic congestion. Night buses operate after midnight and can get you back in the wee hours.<\/p>\n
I highly recommend you take the airport bus into town. Not only is it cheap at 3.30 euros, but it\u2019s right outside the door to the airport terminals. You also avoid having to schlep your luggage up and down stairs to the train. The bus stops in various places, but the main terminus is Plaza Catalunya, where you have a choice of transport to your next destination including taxis, Metro and city buses.<\/p>\n
Taxis<\/p>\n
I recommend taking a taxi if you have a lot of luggage, as taxis are cheap in Barcelona, usually 5 Euros or less to anywhere (except the airport) from downtown. Taxis are also great when you\u2019ve been out late (The Metro and normal buses stop after midnight on weekdays, 2am on weekends and holidays). Taxi stands are usually right where you need them, but you can always hail one with it\u2019s light on. You might have to shout and wave your arms for them to notice you. Most drivers are very friendly and know their way around town. Few speak English however.<\/p>\n
Funiculars<\/p>\n
There are several funiculars and cable cars in Barcelona. You can get one to Port Vell, another to Montjuic, and another to Mt. Tibidabo. All afford excellent views and are a unique way to see the city. They\u2019re more expensive than other modes of transport, but still better than walking up those steep hills.<\/p>\n
Cars<\/p>\n
You can rent cars cheap in Barcelona. EasyCar is great for just a few days, or for a week or more you can get a good deal from Budget Rentacar. The big problem is traffic and parking.<\/p>\n
Barcelona doesn’t exactly have a rush hour, and traffic can be heavy in certain areas day and night. It really doesn’t make sense to have a car in the city unless you’re driving way out of the center or into the countryside.<\/p>\n
The real problem is finding a parking spot in town. Many streets have no parking at all, and if you’re close to the center you might have to use the underground parking facilities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Barcelona\u2019s Metro Barcelona\u2019s transportation system is world class, efficient and cheap. I recommend getting a street map right away. These will usually indicate the Metro stops and tourist attractions. The Metro is one of the best ways to get around … Continue reading