MONTJUIC CASTLE (CASTELL DE MONTJUIC)

The cable car ride takes 5-10 minutes one way, traveling 750 meters between Parc de Montjuïc and Montjuïc Castle. Each cabin holds up to 8 people and offers panoramic views through large glass panels. During the journey, you'll see Barcelona Port, Sagrada Família, Tibidabo Mountain, Miramar Gardens, and the city skyline. The cable car makes three stops: Parc de Montjuïc (the starting point), Mirador stop, and Castell stop. The castle and surroundings Montjuïc Castle, built in 1640, sits 173 meters above sea level and served as a military fortress before becoming a municipal museum in 2007. The castle area features several gardens including Mossèn Costa i Llobera Gardens (known for its cacti collection), Miramar Gardens (with terraced viewpoints), and Joan Brossa Gardens. Near the Parc de Montjuïc station, visitors can access major attractions like the National Art Museum of Catalonia, Fundació Miró, and the 1992 Olympic Ring site.

With this efficient combo, you can indulge in two experiences at once, the Montjuic cable car and the Barcelona Aquarium. Montjuic Cable Car A trip along the Montjuic cable car guarantees gorgeous views of Barcelona's best monuments and natural landscapes of the Mediterranean Sea and the Montserrat mountains. The cable car's glass walls give an uninterrupted view of the landscape, and the experience is peaceful and serene, making it an excellent escape from the bustling city below. At the top, the Montjuic Castle offers a glimpse into the city's military history and provides a stunning viewpoint. Get bird's eye views of the world-famous Sagrada Familia, the towering Torre Agbar, the Barcelona Cathedral, and several other attractions. The cable car stops are Parc de Montjuic, Miramar, and Castell de Montjuic. Barcelona Aquarium Discover a variety of biodiversity and learn about the importance of the conservation of marine life on a skip-the-line entry visit to the Barcelona Aquarium. Explore the 35 aquariums that make up the facility, which is home to about 11,000 animals from 450 different species, and walk through the transparent tunnels. The three main zones are Planeta Aqua, the Oceanarium, and Explora! Children's Area.

Discover Barcelona's Old Town on foot then soak up the views from the cable car up Montijuic hill. Watch the sunset from Montjuic Castle and view the Magic Fountain Show.

Experience a stunning Mediterranean sunset on our exclusive sailing tour. Take in breathtaking views of the city's iconic as Sagrada Familia, the W Hotel, and Montjuic Castle.

From the maze-like streets of Barcelona to the heights of Monserrat, this 8-hour highlights and mountain tour will take you on a journey through the heart of Catalonia. Visit Montjuic Castle, Antoni Gaudi's Park Güell, Monserrat Monastery and much more!