Barcelona Early in the Morning
Places that are best before the crowds
Barcelona's parks, the Rambla and the Collserola trails are at their calmest early in the day. Museums and monuments open later, so check hours before you plan around them.
4 places
All year When
The places
Park · Les Corts Jardins del Palau de Pedralbes Quiet gardens with fountains and a pavilion by Gaudí at the entrance. They sit beside the Palau Reial on Avinguda Diagonal.
Landmark · Barri Gòtic La Rambla The tree-lined pedestrian boulevard that runs from Plaça de Catalunya down to the port. The Boqueria, the Liceu and Plaça Reial all open off it.
Park · Sarrià-Sant Gervasi Parc de Collserola A large forested natural park above the city with marked trails, picnic areas and viewpoints. It is the green edge of Barcelona.
Park · El Born Parc de la Ciutadella The city's central park, laid out on the site of a military citadel. It holds the Catalan parliament, the zoo, a lake with rowing boats and a monumental fountain.
