Barcelona thrives on its big dates: congresses at the Fira, races at the Circuit and festivals that fill the city. In those weeks, getting around becomes the real challenge.
This guide covers the main venues, how to reach each one and why a pre-booked car with driver is usually the most reliable way to arrive on time, and to get back.
Part 01 · The Venues
Where the Big Events Take Place
Fira Gran Via, the congress venue
In L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, about 12 km from the airport, it hosts Mobile World Congress (1–4 March 2027), the Smart City Expo World Congress and trade fairs such as Alimentaria. It's served by metro line L9 Sud and FGC trains at Europa|Fira station.
Fira Montjuïc and the Olympic Ring
Next to Plaça d'Espanya, in the Sants-Montjuïcdistrict, it hosts smaller shows and congresses, while the Palau Sant Jordi and the Olympic Stadium stage the big concerts.
Parc del Fòrum and the waterfront
At the end of the Diagonal, next to Poblenou, it's home to festivals such as Primavera Sound. And Port Vell hosts the Barcelona Boat Show.
Trade Fairs and Congresses
One chauffeur for the whole fair
Daily pickup at your hotel, transfers between the venue, meetings and dinners, and a car waiting at the exit. No taxi queues and no surge pricing.
Chauffeur for trade fairs →Part 02 · The Problem
Why Getting Around in Event Weeks Is So Hard
Taxi queues and surge pricing
When tens of thousands of attendees leave at once, taxi ranks jam and ride-hailing apps push up their fares exactly when you need them most.
Packed metro at opening and closing
The L9 and FGC trains work well, but first thing in the morning and at closing time they're packed, and with a suit, a laptop bag or product samples the ride feels long.
A tight schedule
Between the stand, off-site meetings and client dinners, every missed transfer costs time and opportunities.
Part 03 · The Solution
How to Organise Your Transport
A car by the hour for meeting days
A chauffeur by the hour waits for you at every stop: venue, hotel, client office and restaurant. More details in our guide to car rental with driver.
Transfers for teams and guests
For delegations, speakers or VIP clients we coordinate several vehicles and staggered schedules with our corporate event chauffeur service.
Arrivals that make an impression
At galas, premieres and award ceremonies, the car is part of the image too: discover our red carpet chauffeur service.
From the airport straight to the venue
If you land on the day of the fair, your chauffeur can meet you at the airport and take you directly to Fira Gran Via, about 15–20 minutes away.
For Your Team
Organising attendance for a group?
We coordinate sedans and V-Class vans for delegations, with a single point of contact throughout the event.
Corporate events →Quick Questions
How long does it take from central Barcelona to Fira Gran Via?
About 15–25 minutes by car from the centre, depending on traffic; longer at peak arrival and departure times.
How do I get to the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya?
By car it takes about 35–45 minutes from Barcelona on a normal day; on race days it's worth leaving much earlier. A chauffeur knows the access roads and drops you as close as possible.
Can I book a car for several days of a trade fair?
Yes: you can book by the hour each day or a full-day service with the same chauffeur for the whole event.
Do you offer transport for groups?
Yes. We coordinate several vehicles for teams, speakers and guests; also read why private transport makes the difference at your event.
Ready When You Are
Arrive on Time for Every Appointment
Chauffeurs who know Barcelona's venues, access points and timings, so you can focus on the event.