Barcelona advice?

We'll be in Barcelona later this year for three days precruise,
and know that's not enough time for that interesting city. But
what are the high points for a couple in their late 60s with
diverse interests? Should we get a metro pass, join a tour,
both, neither?

A friend stayed at the Banys Orientals, a mile from the ship,
and enjoyed it. Another couple spent a week in the Expo, atop
the train station, and found that very convenient. But some who
report seem to prefer Las Ramblas. Considering that the dollar
is sagging with regard to the Euro, what would you suggest?

-anon-

On May 11, 9:38?am, nunamus <nuna...@online.us> wrote:
> We'll be in Barcelona later this year for three days precruise,
> and know that's not enough time for that interesting city. But
> what are the high points for a couple in their late 60s with
> diverse interests? Should we get a metro pass, join a tour,
> both, neither?
>
> A friend stayed at the Banys Orientals, a mile from the ship,
> and enjoyed it. Another couple spent a week in the Expo, atop
> the train station, and found that very convenient. But some who
> report seem to prefer Las Ramblas. Considering that the dollar
> is sagging with regard to the Euro, what would you suggest?
>
> -anon-

If you have three days to spend, I would suggest spending one of them
in Montserrat, just a few miles NW of Barcelona. Halfway up the
4,000+ high foot mountain range is the historic Benedictine monastery
with its gorgeous basilica, cloister, museum, cafes and stores. Bus
excursions are available from Barcelona. I would suggest getting
there early in the day, since this is a popular pilgrimage spot not
only for locals, but for all of Europe. The ascent on the serpentine
road approaching the complex is hair-raising, but the view (the VIEW!)
is well worth the vertigo. Good luck!

~Anka

Las Ramblas is most convenient. perhaps you would enjoy a tour of all
the Gaudi architectural highligts. A trip out to the Olympic sight is
also interesting. At least those are some of the things I enjoyed while
there. You could also take a city bus tour and return on your own to
spend more time at the spots you ejoyed. A good guide book can help you
decide on your interests.

~~DORIS~~
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Great information, and we think planning is best when aided by
the experience of others.
Thanks - and if you think of more please post as we're keeping a
file on this as we prepare.

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