Visiting Barcelona with kids? Any parent (including myself) must plan a holiday very differently from those kids and carefree visitors. On a city visit, you want to balance culture, museums and highlights with a good peppering of fun and interest for the little ones. Nothing could be worse than spending all that money and having… Read More
Christmas activities in Barcelona for families with kids
Barcelona is beautiful during Christmas. The lights are lit, the chestnuts are roasting on street corners and the mood is cheerful and jolly. Over the holiday period, there really is a lot to do, especially if you are visiting Barcelona at Christmas with kids. From markets to funfairs to parades, there is plenty to entertain… Read More
Family friendly restaurants in Barcelona
Coming to Barcelona with a young family? Scratching your head about what family-friendly restaurants in Barcelona you should go to? Well, put your worries aside, relax and let me give you the same tips I give to parents on my Kids and Family tours. It should make for a fun and stress-free meal with the… Read More
Gaudí for kids: a family guide for Barcelona
Gaudí for kids? Yes, why not. Everyone knows Gaudí and his buildings are a not-to-miss attraction in Barcelona but will my children enjoy his work too? The answer is quite simply YES. Firstly, your kids will love the shapes and colours on the Gaudí buildings, and a great bonus is that some of the sites… Read More
Fun Barcelona attractions for kids and all the family
Something that never fails to surprise me is how child-friendly Barcelona is. Children are included in almost all aspects of life, and, coming from the UK, it was a complete novelty for me to see young kids playing outside or in restaurants until gone 11 pm. It is, therefore, a great destination if you’re travelling… Read More
Museums to visit with children in Barcelona
One of the most common questions that I get asked as a family guide is what museums I would recommend for kids. Well, it depends on the interest of the parents and how much research they want to put in to make the exhibit interesting for their young ones. Some mums and dads are nuts… Read More
Food activities for kids and families in Barcelona
Are you a foodie family looking for activities to suit everyone? These are some of my recommendations to make a delicious tasty holiday out of your stay in Barcelona. La Boqueria Food Market La Boqueria market on the Rambla is THE market to visit with your family. Go there Tuesday to Saturday before 1pm to… Read More
A day with the kids at a local Barcelona beach
Hi every one. This is Ann-Marie and I am the guide that leads all of you on the Runner Bean Kids and Family Walking Tours. One thing that strikes me about this city is the huge amount of activities available for families. Of course, all the guide books list the main museums and attractions, but… Read More
