Cheap apartment in Barcelona

Thinking of getting away for a bit of sunshine this Autumn but don't want to break the bank by paying for an expensive hotel? Why not opt for the popular choice of an apartment in Barceloneta by the beach. A long weekend or half-term holiday with the family doesn't have to cost the Earth. What's more, you're free to cook, come and go and you please and enjoy the luxury of your own personal space without the hassle. With its appetizing Mediterranean climate and beaches in a lively and culturally rich city, Barcelona is the perfect destination at this time of the year.

The Barcelona Cable Car to Montjuic

A great way to spend an afternoon sightseeing in Barcelona is by taking the Air Ferry Barcelona Cable Car across the Barcelona port. The Air Ferry Barcelona Cable Car connects the Tower of Sant Sebastià (Sant Sebastià beach) with the Jaume I Tower (World Trade Center) and Miramar (Montjuïc mountain) and is not to be confused with the Montjuïc Cable Car or the Montjuïc Funicular Railway.
It really depends on your preference but i believe the best way to take the Air Ferry Barcelona Cable Car journey is from the Tower of Sant Sebastià at Barceloneta and from there going to Miramar. A single ticket is €7.50 and return €9 however one journey should suffice.

You can catch the cable car at the halfway point at Jaume I Tower however the full journey is recommended.
To get to Sant Sebastià you take the metro to Barceloneta and from there you will be able to see the tower and just follow the way but if your renting apartments Barcelona in the area then even better..
The views are absolutely stunning as you can see the whole of the city and the port. Definitely bring your camera as it will make for some great photo opportunities. When you reach Miramar at Montjuic you can have something to eat of a quick drink in the restaurant meanwhile taking in the views of the city.
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Cheap Cava in Barcelona

When you think of Cava, Spain is the first place that springs to mind, better yet Barcelona, Catalonia. The birthplace of Cava, spain of course and is the Spanish version of sparkling wine like those from the famous French region of Champagne. For those looking for cheap cava but also good quality then Barcelona has it for you. Although Cava spain is made out in the Catalan countryside, there are many many Cava bars were you can taste the region's wonderful wine.If you fancy sampling cheap cava along with a great selection of sandwiches and tapas then the bar Can Paixano is the best place to go. Commonly known to tourists as the Champaneria or Cava Bar, Can Paixano is known for cheap cava where a copa is about 50 cents and the most expensive own-label bottle a little over 4€. However there are no seats and if you go at lunchtime, you'll be able to find some space to enjoy your drink but if you go at night, expect the place to be crammed full. It's a good way to get tipsy early, but any time after 7pm will start to get very, very full and is very popular with tourists. It's compulsory to order two mini sandwiches with the first bottle you buy. From then on, every few bottles you may be asked to buy a couple of more tapas or sandwiches and the staff are very trusting and will wait for you to finish eating and drinking until they ask you to pay for anything.
Also, if you decide you want to take some Cava with you, then there is a shop at the back of the bar where you can purchase bottles (in the case load if you prefer) at a reduced wholesale rate.
Open 10:30am to 10pm.

Getting There
The address of the bar is 7 Calle de la Reina Cristina located in the old fishermans area of Barceloneta. See map
If you are staying in Barceloneta accommodation then you can easily walk to the bar and if you have any trouble then simply ask someone as they will definitely know where it is.
If you are staying in central Barcelona accommodation then you should take the Metro to Barceloneta (on the yellow line) and you are only a few minutes away.
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