Planning a holiday or moving to Barcelona? We’ve gathered the most useful apps and websites for life in Barcelona — from finding housing to booking a private transfer from Barcelona airport.
🏠 Housing & Rentals in Barcelona
- Idealista – the most popular housing service in Spain: idealista.com
- Fotocasa – alternative with unique listings: fotocasa.es
- TrustedHouseSitters – free stays in exchange for pet care: trustedhousesitters.com
- Airbnb – great for short-term stays with the “Superhost” filter: airbnb.com
🚕 Transport & Transfers in Barcelona
- Transferbarcelonalux – best for privast tranfer across or Barcelona.
- Cabify and FREENOW – reliable alternatives to Uber for taxis
- Moovit – routes for public transport
- Omio and Skyscanner – tickets for trains, buses, and flights
- Parclick – book underground parking in advance
- Coches.net – car rental and sales
❗ Don’t want to deal with transport after arrival? Book a private Barcelona airport transfer straight to your hotel. Comfortable, safe, and available 24/7 with multilingual drivers.
🍕 Food Delivery & Restaurants
- Glovo, UberEats, JustEat – food delivery from restaurants
- Guide Michelin – discover Michelin-starred restaurants
- Supermarkets with delivery: Mercadona, Carrefour, El Corte Inglés
💳 Online Banks & Payments
- Wise – international transfers and multi-currency accounts
- Revolut – online banking with Spanish IBAN (try here)
🚘 Why Tourists Prefer Private Transfers in Barcelona
If you’re traveling with children, luggage, or simply want to avoid waiting — a private transfer from Barcelona airport is the best choice. We offer:
- Transfer Barcelona airport to hotel
- Barcelona cruise port transfer
- Barcelona chauffeur service
Comfortable vehicles, fixed prices, and multilingual drivers.
FAQ – Apps, Transport & Transfers in Barcelona
Which apps are most useful for tourists in Barcelona?
Idealista, Cabify, Moovit, Glovo, and Wise are among the most practical apps for housing, transport, food, and payments.
Is it easy to get from Barcelona airport to the city center?
Yes, but public transport can be crowded. A private transfer from Barcelona airport ensures direct, stress-free travel.
Can I book a Barcelona cruise port transfer in advance?
Yes, you can pre-book a fixed-price private transfer to or from the cruise port for maximum comfort.
What is the best way to rent housing in Barcelona long-term?
Locals mainly use Idealista and Fotocasa. For short stays, Airbnb is still popular.