Bike rental in Barcelona

You can kick off your Barcelona city tour with the obvious part, the centre. In this case, that would mean Barri Gòtic (Gothic Quarter for the lesser Latin among us). It makes sense to start your discovery from the very literal beginning of it all: the birthplace of what we call today Barcelona, in a hidden courtyard on Carrer del Paradís. There you can see the remains of the Temple of Augustus. Then you’re free to check all the touristy stuff by taking your rental bike around Barri Gòtic, but make sure you see Joan Fontcuberta’s Kiss – a street art piece made up by 4000 pictures from locals expressing their idea of freedom.

A tour with your rental bike around Barceloneta is a guarantee of beautiful waterfronts and scenery. Beyond the hype around the modernised promenade and other hangout spots, you’ll find the true vibe of what once was a fishing town – if you take your time and your rental bike along the narrow streets of the neighbourhood.

Barcelona’s famous Parc de la Ciutadella owes its name to the military citadel that used to sit in its place. Today, this is the biggest green oasis in Barcelona’s city centre. It’s so big, you’ll definitely need a bike to make sure you discover all its secrets, such as: the waterfall, the lake, the music kiosk, the plant house, the glass house, the mammoth, the castle, even the parliament building. If you want to explore more than the park, the El Born area makes up for an exciting bike tour, with all its historical buildings and monuments but also hip boutiques and fashionable hangouts.

Another part of the city that’s totally worth a ride or two is Sants-Montjuïc. As you take your rental bike up the hill of Montjuïc, remember to make stops in the area’s many themed gardens, or to have a stroll around the architectural museum of Poble Espanyol. Oh, and if you happen to come to Poble Espanyol in spring or autumn, you’ll have the chance to attend the super cool Brunch Electronik on Sundays. The event moves down to the Jardins Joan Brossa over the summer, so you’re actually covered either way.

Who are we kidding? If this is your first trip to Barcelona, you’ll be lining up to see Sagrada Familia in no time. Enjoy the sunstroke! Once you cross that off your list, hop on your rental bike and explore the area a bit more. Take a bike ride up the car-free Avinguda de Gaudí to the beautiful building of Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, and then continue towards Park Güell. Alternatively, cycle in the opposite direction and join the most popular bicycle lane in Barcelona, on Passeig de Sant Joan. Take your time to discover the Eixample district. This area is basically an open air museum of head-turning art nouveau buildings and, well, expensive restaurants.

If you want to experience the fresh, cosmopolitan vibe of the city, take your rental bike to the area called Diagonal Mar i el Front Marítim del Poblenou. There you’ll be able to cycle by renowned architectural landmarks, such as the Forum Building and Forum Park, but also to take a break at some of the newest beaches in town. We recommend the Mar Bella beach to get farther away from the crowded waterfronts downtown and closer to some skinny-dipping (yup, there’s a nudist beach down there). Find the nearest bike rental in Poblenou from the following locations:

The Eixample is the modernist district par excellence. It represented the opening of Barcelona beyond its walls at the end of the 19th century. Its straight, wide and elegant streets show the urban movement of the city. The district offers great promenades and nice bike paths, especially if you love to bring home some local souvenirs. In Eixample, admire La Casa Batlló, La Pedrera (Casa Milá) created by Gaudi and the Passeig de Gracia, one of our favorite spots in Barcelona. If you were still not convinced about the district, part of Barcelona’s Eixample was recently awarded the title of “best neighborhood in the world”!

One of the most pleasant neighborhoods in Barcelona, far from the beach and the bustle of the Ramblas. Few cars, few tourists here. You will find nice little squares where you can enjoy life on earth. The Gracia district was for a long time a village in the northwest of Barcelona separated from the city by fields. Pass by La Casa Vicens, one of the only few Gaudi’s first complete works. Head up to Parc Güell and enjoy the majestic view of Barca from the colorful mosaic terrace. Finally, jump from squares to squares in Gracia. Larger or smaller, with more or less cafes, bars, ice cream parlors or restaurants, this is one of the most pleasant aspects of the neighborhood.