You will find all internationally known companies like Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Thrifty and Budget, for car hire at Barcelona train station. Barcelona train station is not very far from the main city and that is why it will be easy and comfortable to get there by car. There are many different cars that are provided by these companies and you can choose whichever one is most suited for your needs. The rent for these cars is not too much and can come in your budget.
The real question is why you might have to look for car hire when you can easily hire a taxi. The answer is simple because cars are more economical. There is fixed rate on the cars for a week and according to that you will have to pay the rent for car accordingly. Cars are the most convenient option while going around a place. You don’t have to wait for taxis and there is no need to feel scared of being alone. There are many tourist spots in Barcelona which attract a lot of attention. The best thing about Barcelona is its beaches. They are warm, with a spectacular view and a beautiful ocean in front of them. Barcelona as a whole is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the whole of Spain. There is so much to see in Barcelona that it cannot be covered in the entire day.
There are many beautiful buildings or architectural and historical importance. The Placa Del Rei, is one such destination, boasts of two royal palaces, the Chapel of Santa Agata and the City History Museum. All of these places are of immense importance to the cultural history of the world. Another famous historical place is the Cathedral La Seu. It is some of the most beautiful fountains and gardens ever made.
Unlike many other historical sites, Barcelona actually has a night life. Las Ramblas is one of the most popular areas of Barcelona, famous for its performers, vendors and bars. La Ribera is another place best known for its night life. One of the most popular tourist spots of Barcelona is the Sagrada Familia, a temple which has been under construction since 1880 and will continue construction for another 40-70 years depending upon the available funds. Poble Espanyol de Montjuic, is a small village but a major attraction. The village is famous for its craft shops and workshops. In this village you can find many traditionally made Spanish goods which are not found in any big cities. Another major attraction is the Magic Fountain of Montjuic. The Fountain has lights, water acrobatics, music and color and creates a sensation of magic. The performance only happens once a year and you are considered very lucky to have seen the performance. As Barcelona is a big city, one should hire a car to get around. The distances are large which is why it can be rather tiring to travel by taxis, having to hire them again and again.
