Barcelona is an amazing city! And what better way to see it then on a bike, especially now that the sun has come out and the warm weather is with us again.
The authorities of Barcelona have been working hard to make Barcelona more 'bike friendly' putting inloads more bike lanes. So getting to places like the Sagrada Familia is a walk in the park... actually it is a really nice ride from HelloBCN Hostel as you pass by the port, then the Park de la Ciudadela and straight up Sant Joan Street. And if you still haven't seen enough you can head straight down Marina and make your way back to the hostel along the beach esplanade! Amazing!
It is important also to be aware of the regualtions governing riding bicycles in Barcelona or you may be hit with a nasty 'on the spot' fine. That's right as a non-resident of the Spain you would be required to pay any fine on the spot, so do be aware of a few simple (common sense) factors like: not riding the wrong way on a one way street; stopping at red lights; not riding at night without lights; and locking your bike up at the assigned bike racks (if left chained to a tree or light pole you might come back to find your bike missing as they may confiscate it).
So there you have it... tips for enjoying Barcelona by bike. Just ask us here at the HelloBCN Hostel reception where you can hire a bike!
