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Continuing his series on budget weekend breaks, Fred Mawer explores a city where some of the best things are still free. Barcelona is a good choice for a city break as much of what makes it special - Gaud_'s architecture, for example - can be appreciated without charge Photo: GETTY IMAGES Barcelona is a good city-break choice for those on a tight budget, as much of what makes the Catalan capital special can be enjoyed without charge. It costs nothing to stroll down the entertaining Rambla boulevard, although the outlandish living statues expect some change if you want to take their picture. Visitors are free to admire the exteriors of the many weird and wonderful buildings of Gaudí and other Modernist architects. And, weather permitting, you can unwind on the beaches, just a 60p ride and a couple of stops from the centre on... [read full story]
