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Montjuïc, Barcelona from above: From the castle to the city. History, nature and urban planning in the green lung of the city.

Duration: 2h and 15min
Languages: Spanish
Guru: Raul
Quality Verified Registered on July 27, 2023

I am passionate about history and how historical development affects places and people, therefore I look at geography, history and sociology in order to understand what surrounds us. Do not limit to fill your places check list and instagrams done.

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
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Tour description

A fantastic tour (read the comments) that is downhill 😉

Walkers, on Sunday afternoons the entrance to the castle is free, we will take advantage of the opportunity to go in and see the 360° views.

I invite you to discover the city away from the crowds of the centre and enjoy the spectacular views of Barcelona from Montjuïc .
We will talk about the history of Barcelona, its genesis and how it became the most important city on the Mediterranean coast of the Iberian Peninsula.
We will discuss the urban planning of Barcelona, how a small Roman city grew throughout the Middle Ages and modern times, how its growth was prohibited and how it was planned after the end of the prohibition.
About how Barcelona was bombed from the castle and its role in social and political repression. A love-hate story with the city.
How part of the mountain was developed for the 1929 World's Fair and its current uses.
We will cross gardens, quarries, parks, swimming pools...

We will start at the top of Montjuïc and go down the mountain to see the city, and the mountain, from above. As we go down to Plaza España we will visit several places of interest where we will stop to explain, and see, their stories and characteristics.

We will visit:

  • Exterior of the Castle
  • The Mayor's Viewpoint
  • Joan Brossa Gardens
  • Montjuïc Municipal Swimming Pool
  • Laribal Gardens
  • Jardins del Teatre Grec and amphitheater
  • National Museum of Art of Catalonia
  • Maria Cristina Avenue
  • Spain Square


The meeting point is the main entrance of the castle.
To get to the meeting point, from Plaza España you can take bus 150 and it will take you to the top, where the castle is located. Do not confuse the castle with the palace that can be seen from Plaza España.
You can also access it from the Paral.lel metro station, from there you take the funicular and when you get off, to the left of the exit, you can take bus 150 to the top.
You can walk up, but it's harder than it looks 😀.

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Ctra. de Montjuïc, 66, 08038 Barcelon...
    Ctra. de Montjuïc, 66, 08038 Barcelona, Spain
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    To the left of the main entrance bridge to the castle. Seen in black with a blue folder in his hand.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Mirador de Montjuic
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Mirador de l'Alcalde
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Piscinas Bernat Picornell
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Teatre Grec
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Carrer del Mirador del Palau Nacional
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Font Màgica de Montjuïc
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Plaça d'Espanya

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 20 people.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 3 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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