{"id":11069,"date":"2018-07-26T13:18:35","date_gmt":"2018-07-26T20:18:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/?p=11069"},"modified":"2026-10-14T06:49:58","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T13:49:58","slug":"the-insiders-guide-to-barcelona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/wayfaring\/the-insiders-guide-to-barcelona\/","title":{"rendered":"The insider’s guide to Barcelona"},"content":{"rendered":"

This summer we\u2019re highlighting sizzling international locales, where guests can now book cars on Turo! For local, insider travel tips from awesome Commercial Hosts, check out all of the guides here<\/a>, and visit this page to see all the places around the globe you can book on Turo.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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When you hear \u201cSpain,\u201d what\u2019s the first thing you think of? There\u2019s no right answer \u2014 with nearly infinite things to do and see, Spain is one of the most popular countries in the world for tourism. To see all the best things Spain has to offer, visitors have to travel across the country to get to the most exciting cities and regions. If you were visiting Spain and wanted to hit Madrid, Barcelona, and Marbella, it would help to have a car, wouldn\u2019t it?<\/span><\/p>\n

Well, there\u2019s good news! Spanish host Antonio of <\/span>Top Cars Motion<\/span><\/a> has an enviable selection of fine motorcars you can use through Turo whenever you visit his country. Antonio\u2019s fleet is based in Barcelona, on the east coast. But lucky for you, you can pick up Antonio\u2019s cars in any of four hotspots across Spain: Barcelona, Madrid, Marbella, and Ibiza.<\/span><\/p>\n

Any proper vacation in Spain either starts or finishes in Barcelona. But each of the places in which Antonio\u2019s cars are available was purposefully chosen, because each offers its own distinct Spanish experience. To get a good feel for the country, you\u2019ll want to visit all their fantastic locations and everywhere in between.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Top Cars’s Range Rover Velar<\/p><\/div>\n

And you can do just that. Antonio offers one-way trips, meaning you can pick up a car in Madrid, cruise around for the duration of your holiday, and drop it off in Barcelona. He has dozens of excellent options, including luxury offerings like the <\/span>Porsche Cayenne<\/span>, and supercars like the <\/span>Nissan GT-R<\/span> and <\/span>McLaren 650S<\/span>. They even offer the truly exceptional <\/span>Lamborghini Hurac\u00e1n Performante<\/span>, which, for a time, held the Nurburgring production car lap record. Which means it\u2019s really, really fast.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tops Cars’s Lamborghini Hurac\u00e1n Performante<\/p><\/div>\n

With so much to see and do in Spain, we asked Antonio for just a few highlights from each of the four cities he offers his services. If you\u2019re headed to Spain anytime soon, hit up <\/span>Antonio<\/span><\/a> and he\u2019ll be happy to give you the inside scoop on wherever you want to go.<\/span><\/p>\n

Barcelona<\/span><\/h3>\n
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La Sagrada Familia<\/p><\/div>\n

Though Antonio travels all over the country, Barcelona is his favorite city. The capital of Spain\u2019s Catalonia region is one of the world\u2019s premier tourist destinations (and Europe\u2019s third-most visited city), offering excellent food, nightlife, museums, and easy access mountains and beaches \u2014 there really is a lot to do. Though Barcelona does have an extensive public transportation system, many neighborhoods are best explored by foot. Remember to pack comfortable shoes as the cobblestone streets are not forgiving.<\/span><\/p>\n

First-time visitors will want to see Barcelona\u2019s biggest hits in the art and architecture department. Legendary works from celebrated artists dot the city, like Antoni Gaud\u00ed\u2019s La Sagrada Familia, the towering neo-Gothic masterpiece that has been under construction since 1882. The whimsical mosaic-lined pathways and fantastical structures of world-famous Parc G\u00fcell are another must-see, but consider yourself warned of the prodigious crowds.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s easy to get enchanted by Barcelona\u2019s art, architecture, and clubs, but Antonio urges all his guests get out and explore the rest of Spain\u2019s dazzling Costa Brava. For a great day trip from Barcelona, drive northward up the Mediterranean coast to Girona, about an hour and a half\u2019s cruise without stops (but you should make a couple stops). Girona is bursting with historic castles and cathedrals, and its high medieval walls and winding alleys served as the sets for many scenes in HBO\u2019s Game of Thrones.<\/span><\/p>\n

Madrid<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Calle de Alcal\u00e1, Madrid<\/p><\/div>\n

Madrid is a big and busting city with near unlimited opportunities for to enjoy an authentic Spanish experience. Foodies will especially enjoy the popular Mercado San Miguel, a massive cast-iron market right outside the centrally-located Plaza Mayor. Or hit up any of the world-class restaurants \u2014 Antonio recommends acclaimed fusion standout <\/span>Restaurant DiverXO<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Antonio also recommends road tripping a couple gastronomic routes that start in Madrid. Ruta del Jam\u00f3n runs west about 400 kilometers (250 miles) from Madrid to Badajoz and will take you through farmland and vineyards where you can try the delicacies of the region. The main draw is the Jam\u00f3n de Bellota, the Iberian-style cured ham for which the route is named.<\/span><\/p>\n

Or you can head north to Burgos on the Ruta del Vino to sample some of the finest fermented grape beverages in Spain. Antonio suggests you try La Rioja, a famous red wine produced in La Rioja region of Northern Spain.<\/span><\/p>\n

Marbella<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Yachts on the Mediterranean<\/p><\/div>\n

Marbella is a sun-drenched jewel on Spain\u2019s Costa del Sol, drawing hordes of visitors for the beaches, shops, and nightlife. The main show is the Golden Mile, an extravagant stretch of top-shelf restaurants, prestigious clubs, and luxurious shops that extends to Puerto Ban\u00fas, one of the flashiest and most exclusive marinas on the Spanish coast. This is an excellent place to cruise around in one of Antonio\u2019s exotics and take in the scene.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ibiza<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Ibiza waterfront<\/p><\/div>\n

In the summer, Ibiza turns into the the party capital of the Mediterranean, attracting millions of visitors and the world\u2019s biggest DJs to its crystalline beaches and oceanside clubs. Ibiza\u2019s nightlife is unparalleled, but it can become a bit overwhelming. During downtime, grab a car from Antonio and explore the quiet side of the island. Ibiza\u2019s secluded coves, small rural towns, and UNESCO World Heritage sites offer welcome respites from the spring break crowds.<\/span><\/p>\n

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