subject: Barcelona For Every Budget [print this page] For an economical midday meal or la comida look out for restaurants serving menu del dia, the best kept secret for a cheap 4-course meal in Spain. There is always something to suit everyone, from starters right up to the two, extremely filling, main courses. Finally, sweets such as custard or a piece of fruit will be served. Buenas Migas, a chain of cheap delights which can be found in every corner of Barcelona offers yummy focaccia pizzas, salads, sandwiches and pastries between 4 EUR and 5 EUR.
Always check out what's included in the price before deciding where to eat as often the price advertised won't be the price you pay. Some places will add VAT on top at 7 % which can bump up the bill. Others charge extra for bread, or 'pan', so just be aware of these extra charges and and ask in advance. The Spaniards eat at different times, so don't be alarmed to see restaurants closed until late afternoon. Leaving your personal belongings out in full view on the table when eating on an outside terrace is asking for trouble with pickpockets around. And it's not necessary to leave a tip if you don't want to, the choice is yours.
If you want to save money on your trip then look online for attractions and sights that offer free entry. With literally hundreds of museums in Barcelona many of them offer free days for visitors or might even be free all year around. MNAC is the national art gallery of Catalonia, and stands for the Museu Nacional D'Art de Catalunya, and showcases an expansive selection of visual art that is free to view for everyone only on the first Sunday of every month. By night it dazzles many with its spectacular water and light shows at Font mgica de Montjuc, but it is the amazing art and many other priceless collection that will keep you there the entire day!
The Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art, or MACBA, often offers complimentary workshops in their auditoriums. For a quiet place to sit and read they allow the public to come and look through their large collection of books, publications and archives, it's all free too. Lots of the city parks are tranquil areas to escape from the chaos of the city, Ciutadella Park is an impressive size and ideal for hanging out in its expansive grounds, while Parc Guell will hit your senses with its magical atmosphere. One of the most famous parks in Barcelona it has bizarre presentations strongly influenced by odd shapes depicting nature, making it a unique tourist attraction.
Some of the best treasures to be seen in the city include many that aren't kept hidden away in galleries and museums, be sure to visit the Parc de la Crueta del Coll, and Parc d'en Castell de l'Oreneta to see some true gems. Fresh, modern structures contend with ancient monuments, and one famous structure is the tall skyscraper designed by the French architect, Jean Nouvel. The Torre Agbar is mesmerizing by night due to the thousands of LED lights lighting the entire structure from the inside.
Here are just some of the best tips if you truly want to enjoy the city but not spend too much of your holiday money. barcelone appartementS is a destination with plenty of cheap apartments to rent if you want maximize your holiday funds.
