Hertz Car Rental in Barcelona
The Spanish city of Barcelona is a beguiling mix of busy port, historic cosmopolitan centre and popular seaside resort. It stands on a narrow flat strip of land between the sandy beaches facing the Mediterranean and the mountains rising to the west. If you’re renting a car in Barcelona, you’ll notice the widespread industrial outskirts while the old heart of the city is close to the coast. The French border is only 75 miles to the north while the international airport is 12 miles south. Barcelona is the proud capital of the Catalan region and drivers will notice that road signs are written in Catalan, not Spanish.
It’s one of Europe’s most popular cities for visitors, and if you’re renting a car in Barcelona, you soon see why. Start by exploring the Gothic quarter near the harbour. You’ll find the extraordinary Sagrada Familia, Gaudi’s church building. Nearby is the Ramblas, a world-renowned pedestrian street full of buskers, street traders and visitors. Other highlights include the beaches, the lively restaurants and tapas bars, and the Picasso Museum, which houses one of the best collections of the local artist’s work anywhere. The best views of the city come from the top of Tibidabo Mountain, a short drive from the centre.
