Barcelona is the right place to make summer last longer: in October you can still go to the beach and it stays mild until December. Travel light, and leave the car to Scarpato.
What to see in Barcelona
Sagrada Família
Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece: tickets online only, best in the morning.
Park Güell
Mosaics and a view over the city from the main terrace.
Gothic Quarter
Medieval lanes, the Cathedral and hidden squares.
Before you fly to Barcelona, leave your car safely at Scarpato: 5 minutes from the terminal, with the shuttle.
Book your parkingLa Boqueria
The market on La Rambla for a quick lunch at the counter.
Barceloneta
The seafront and paella with a view, even in autumn.
Casa Batlló
Gaudí’s dragon house on Passeig de Gràcia.
Barcelona between October and December
In October it is still T-shirt weather; in December the Fira de Santa Llúcia in front of the Cathedral is the city’s oldest Christmas market.
Practical tips
- The Aerobús links the airport to Plaça Catalunya in about 35 minutes.
- Watch out for pickpockets on La Rambla and on the metro.
- Flying back in the evening? Enter your landing time as your pick-up time: the shuttle will be at Arrivals.