Barcelona El Prat (BCN) is Catalonia's biggest airport. You don't need a car in the city itself, but to explore the Costa Brava, the Pyrenees or the wine regions, a rental car gives you total freedom.
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At El Prat the rental desks are at both terminals (T1 and T2); check your confirmation to see which terminal applies to your company. Some providers use a shuttle to a lot just outside the airport. Bring licence, passport or ID, voucher and a credit card in the main driver's name.
Sitges is about 35 km away, Tarragona about 90 km and the loveliest Costa Brava bays (Tossa de Mar, approx. 100 km) take just over an hour. Girona is about 100 km, Pyrenees villages 150–200 km. Several roads around Barcelona carry tolls, though many Catalan motorways have become free in recent years — we detail the current situation in your offer.
Mind Barcelona's low-emission zone (ZBE) on weekdays; a modern rental car is virtually always compliant, but it's smarter to avoid driving into the city and park on the edge. City parking is expensive — plan your rental car mainly for day trips out.
No, public transport in the city is excellent. A rental car shines for trips to the Costa Brava, Montserrat or the Pyrenees. Many travellers rent for part of their stay only — we arrange that happily.
It differs per rental company; both terminals have desks. Your SunnVio booking confirmation states exactly where to go.
Many Catalan motorways that used to charge tolls are now free. A few stretches and tunnels still charge. Your offer lists what to expect.
Also read: our tips for renting a car in Spain or see everything about car rental in Spain.
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