Esplugues de Llobregat Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A panoramic view of a densely populated city with a prominent cathedral and a coastal backdrop.
A narrow stone pathway flanked by walls covered in dense green foliage.
A historic building with a bell tower, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.
A stone bridge with graffiti, surrounded by greenery and urban buildings in the background.
A bridge with the inscription "UNION" in a rural setting with greenery and buildings in the background.

Enjoy a holiday in Esplugues de Llobregat and discover the charms of this elegant town near Barcelona with its interesting history of ceramic-making.

The town of Esplugues de Llobregat is right next to Barcelona, making it perfect for those who want to explore Barcelona while staying away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. That’s obviously one of the main reasons to look for cheap trips to Esplugues de Llobregat, but there are plenty of other reasons to visit this town.

One of the town’s main attractions is the anti-aircraft bunker of Sant Pere Màrtir, which also served as a radio station during the Spanish Civil War. You may also be interested in discovering the town’s ceramic tradition with two important museums: Can Tinturé, the first museum in Spain dedicated specifically to tiles, and La Rajoleta, which is located in an old ceramics factory.

If you’d like to leave behind the hustle and bustle of the city and lose yourself in one of the surrounding parks, take a look at our package deals to Esplugues de Llobregat. Despite being the smallest municipal district in the region, this town has several parks where you can really appreciate the peace and quiet. Can Vidalet Park looks like it’s straight out of a fairytale, with ducks and geese making their home on the ponds. La Solidaritat Park connects two historically separate neighbourhoods and has an attraction that will delight young adventurers and old alike – giant slides.

This town, strategically located in the Barcelona metropolitan area, offers a wide selection of hotels at very competitive prices. Check the deals on trips to Esplugues de Llobregat and you can use the comprehensive transport network to get to Barcelona, with a metro, buses and a tram line. If you’re travelling by plane, Barcelona-El Prat Airport is just a few miles away, while Barcelona Sants train station is the main transport hub for accessing the town for those arriving by train. Enjoy all the charms of a small-scale city with all the amenities and attractions of the big city next door.

Barcelona Airport Hotel

Barcelona Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
Plaza de la Volateria, 3 El Prat de Llobregat
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £116 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
£116
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in El Prat de Llobregat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,144 reviews)
"Good hotel .clean and friendly"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Barcelona Airport Hotel
Grand Hyatt Barcelona

Grand Hyatt Barcelona

5 out of 5
Plaza de Pio XII, 4 Barcelona
The price is £210 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
£210
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,579 reviews)
"One of the best ever in everything."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Grand Hyatt Barcelona
Arc la Rambla

Arc la Rambla

3 out of 5
La Rambla 19 Barcelona
The price is £143 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£143
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,374 reviews)
"Breakfast was excellent, many choices, fresh, and plentiful. Air conditioning did not work very well, however they immediately replaced it and provided fans. It still did not work great but was acceptable. A large cockroach was in the bathroom when my Gdaughter walked in about scarred her to death! ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Arc la Rambla
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel Aura Park Fira Barcelona

Aparthotel Aura Park Fira Barcelona

3 out of 5
Avda. Fabregada 54-56 L'Hospitalet de Llobregat
Stay at this aparthotel in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,891 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious. The AC worked well. The pool is lovely. The staff is extremely helpful and friendly!"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Aparthotel Aura Park Fira Barcelona
Camping 3 Estrellas

Camping 3 Estrellas

2 out of 5
C-31, km 186 Gava Barcelona
Stay at this beach campsite in Gava. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very good! (1,337 reviews)
"This place is interesting to say the least. This is not a hostel and has no atmosphere like that of a place to meet people. This place has campers, tents, and other style dwellings. It’s a cool overnight place but mostly seems to be people from Spain just visiting Barcelona. The beach is nice and ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Camping 3 Estrellas
Aparthotel Atenea Barcelona

Aparthotel Atenea Barcelona

4 out of 5
Joan Guell 207-211 Barcelona
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,158 reviews)
"Close to metro, to stores, quiet, good kitchenette.."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Aparthotel Atenea Barcelona
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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