Superb place to visit (Parc Güell)

Member Name: samm65

Product:	Parc Güell
Date:	09/12/08 (1 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: beautiful scenic

Disadvantages: crowded but worth it

This park is a must see and was the second place on my 'to do' list on our holiday in Barcelona this August.
We got to the park on the local bus which we caught right outside our hotel (Tryp Apolo), we didnt use the 'sightseeing' buses.

We had looked at the metro and bus but i had read the walk from the nearest metro is quite steep uphill and the bus drops you right outside. It took about 40 minutes to reach the park from where we got on but the journey was all part of the fun, it was like being on the sightseeing bus but without the expense as the fare was the standard 1 trip rate which i think was 1 euro 30. There was a lovely spanish lady who pointed out things along the way and with our guide book we were able to spot lots of interesting Gaudi works along the route.

The park itself is absolutely amazing. Its huge and full of the most beautiful Gaudi work. the double staircase is stunning with the mosaic lizard but is alwasy busy so not easy to get a decent photo, you have to wait a long time if you want a perfect shot. The seat area that ripples above the staircase is wonderful to sit at and just take in the view, which are some of the best in Barcelona. Again its busy but we did get some photos of just us which was lovely.

There are lots of lovely walkways where you can find peace and quiet and with the musicians tinkling in the background it makes for a really relaxing stroll in the Barcelona heat.

The park itself is free apart from the museum, we didnt go in there as the queue was big and it was the park we had wanted to see anyway. There is a gift shop but its small and cramped, the building its house in however is very pretty, the two gatehouses are like gingerbread houses, i could see Hansel and Gretel being very happy there!

There is a cafe selling a good selection of fresh produce hot and cold and soft and alcoholic drinks and ice creams all at fairly reasonable prices considering the location.
There are a few little stalls dotted about where you can pick up a few trinkets and souvenirs also.

I dont want to tell you too much and spoil your visit, words couldnt really do it justice anyway, make a trip, its well worth it!

THIS REVIEW WAS PREVIOUSLY POSTED ON QYPE BY MYSELF UNDER THE NAME SUNLINESAM

Summary: Must see place in Barcelona