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Barceloneta area which some say this is the next Born, an up and coming trendy area. Maybe not quite yet there as it still with holds its charm without the designer boutiques. Barceloneta beach is the closest beach to Barcelona city centre. This area is probably one of the favourite areas for the tourist coming to Barcelona on a holiday but also wanting to hang out on the beach.
As Barceloneta beach is the first choice of beach being closest to town, this quickly fills up during the summer months, and is definitely not a relaxing beach, but more of a people watcher place, full of people offering plenty of entertainment. All from the Frenchmen selling doughnuts from a basket on their heads, while singing and balancing through the crowds, family dramas and to the fully tattooed body exposed to viewers.
So if you are in for a day on the beach in Barceloneta, either expect the theatre that comes with it or bring some good music with a head set. For more quite beaches you can walk along the seafront to some of the other beaches followed, the further away you walk the more peacefulness you will find
As Barceloneta served as the fishermen neighbourhood, this is obviously also where you would find some of the best fresh seafood on offer in Barcelona (amongst these we do NOT recommend Rey de las Gambas!).
Public transport in Barceloneta
Metro stop:
“Barceloneta” on the yellow line
Bus lines:
You have several bus lines which take you over most of Barcelona. 57 and 157 which take you to Plaça Espanya, the Montjüic Mountain and its magic fountains, the Sants district and drop you off within walking distance to Nou Camp (FC Barcelona).
Estació de França:
The train station is within 5-10 minutes walk from the apartment.
From the station you can take train line 10 directly to the airport of Barcelona (El Prat).
On the train station you will find lockers where you can store your suitcases if needed.
Points of interest in Barceloneta
Internet café and public phones
There are many internet cafes in the area. They are called “Locutorio”. The standard price for one hour internet is 1€.
International phone calls are cheap.
Bakeries, supermarkets and fresh markets
You will find the bakeries on every corner: they are called “Forn” or “Forn de Pa”.
They usually open around 08:00 in the morning.
The best one that Akaza Team recommends is the one on Calle Baluard, named "Baluard" with a great selection of bread. Its located along side the market.
There are two main super markets in Barceloneta: one is located just next to Plaça la Barceloneta / "Sumo" c/ Sant Miguel with a second entrance from Calle Baluard and the other one is located on c/ Ginebra "Condis", "Caprabo", which is inside the fresh market.
The opening hours are: 09:00 – 14:00 / 17:00 – 20:30
Apart from the supermarkets, you will find small corner shops which are open until mid night.
The large Barceloneta Fresh Market has been renovated and opened in March 2007. It is located in the middle of Barceloneta.
Tourist attraction in and close to Barceloneta
Parc Ciutadella and the Zoo:
Within walking distance from the apartment you will find the large Parc Ciutadella and the Zoo (Metro Ciutadella / Vila Olimpica – yellow line).
Port Vell:
The old harbour of Barcelona
Port Olimpic
In the area of Port Olímpic (Metro Ciutadella / Vila Olimpica) you will find a variety of bars, restaurants and dance clubs. Along the Mestral and Gregal wharfs you will find terraces and indoor dining rooms where you can taste real Mediterranean cooking and enjoy the nice views over the Olympic harbour.
In the same area, you find one of the largest cinemas in Barcelona where many of the movies are original version with Spanish subtitles.
Maremagnum:
More than 30 fashion shops, cinema, bars and discos,
L’Aquarium of Barcelona:
The Barcelona aquarium is interesting if you travel with children
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