Montjuïc, Barcelona
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Montjuïc

Museums and gardens on the hill

Montjuïc is the green hill above the port, with the national art museum, the Olympic ring, a castle and a string of gardens.

The Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya is open Tuesday to Saturday, Sundays until 15:00, and closed Mondays. The Castell de Montjuïc is open daily, closing at 18:00 from 1 November to 28 February and at 20:00 between 1 March and 31 October.

The Telefèric de Montjuïc climbs the hill daily, closing between 18:00 and 21:00 depending on the month.

Getting there

Espanya (L1, L3) is the usual start for the Palau Nacional and the Font Màgica. Paral·lel (L2, L3) and its funicular reach the hill from the Poble-sec side.

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What to see

The Fundació Joan Miró, CaixaForum and the Pavelló Mies van der Rohe all sit on the lower slopes. The Poble Espanyol is an open-air architecture museum nearby.

Where to eat and drink

Few restaurants sit on the hill itself. The Poble Espanyol has several, and Poble-sec is a short walk down.

Nearby neighbourhoods

Poble-sec, Barcelona Poble-sec Tapas at the foot of Montjuïc 5 places · 1.1 km away Sant Antoni, Barcelona Sant Antoni Books, a market and Sunday tapas 5 places · 1.4 km away Sants, Barcelona Sants Station district and the Plaça d'Espanya 5 places · 1.7 km away El Raval, Barcelona El Raval Museums, markets and corner bars 19 places · 2.0 km away

The best of Montjuïc

Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya
Best museum Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya Romanesque murals and a rooftop viewpoint.
Castell de Montjuïc
Best view Castell de Montjuïc Ramparts with views of the port.
Jardí Botànic de Barcelona
Best garden Jardí Botànic de Barcelona Mediterranean plants in terraces.

Things to do in Montjuïc

The brick Casaramona building that houses CaixaForum Barcelona
Museum · €6 CaixaForum Barcelona An art and cultural centre in a former textile factory by Puig i Cadafalch at the foot of Montjuïc. Its programme includes exhibitions, concerts and family activities.
A view over the port from the ramparts of Castell de Montjuïc
Landmark Castell de Montjuïc A fortress on top of Montjuïc hill, with ramparts, a moat and views over the port. The city runs it as a public space with exhibitions.
A mausoleum among cypress trees in Cementiri de Montjuïc
Landmark Cementiri de Montjuïc A large hillside cemetery with terraced rows of niches and sculpted mausoleums. It has views over the port.
The Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on Montjuïc, seen from the top of its stands
Landmark Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys The main stadium of the 1992 Olympic Games, rebuilt from a 1929 original. Visitors can walk around inside when no event is on.
The Font Màgica de Montjuïc lit orange at night
Landmark · Free Font Màgica de Montjuïc A fountain below the Palau Nacional that runs light, music and water shows on set evenings. You watch from the steps and the avenue of Plaça de Carles Buïgas.
The white concrete building of the Fundació Joan Miró with a red sculpture on the lawn
Museum · €18 Fundació Joan Miró A museum on Montjuïc built to hold Joan Miró's paintings, sculptures and drawings. The building by Josep Lluís Sert has terraces with sculpture.
A planted path with a green sign in the Jardí Botànic de Barcelona on Montjuïc
Park · €5 Jardí Botànic de Barcelona A botanic garden on Montjuïc with plants from Mediterranean climates around the world, laid out in terraces.
The white villa among the trees of the Jardins de Joan Maragall on Montjuïc
Park Jardins de Joan Maragall Formal gardens on Montjuïc around the Palauet Albéniz, with fountains and sculptures. They open on a limited schedule.
A pergola, steps and a small pool in the Jardins de Laribal
Park · Free Jardins de Laribal A terraced garden on the slope of Montjuïc with a staircase water channel and pergolas, close to the Poble Espanyol.
Viewpoint · Free Mirador de l'Alcalde A viewpoint on Montjuïc looking over the port and the city, with sculptures and a small garden.
The port and container terminal seen over cacti from Mirador del Migdia on Montjuïc
Viewpoint · Free Mirador del Migdia A terrace on the south side of Montjuïc facing the sea and the container port, reachable on foot from the Poble-sec side.
The Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya at the top of its steps on Montjuïc
Museum Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya The national art museum in the Palau Nacional on Montjuïc. It is known for its collection of Romanesque murals and Gothic altarpieces.
Museum Museu Olímpic i de l'Esport A sports museum on Montjuïc next to the Olympic stadium, with interactive exhibits and Olympic memorabilia.
Nightlife Palau Sant Jordi The indoor arena built for the 1992 Olympics, which hosts large concerts and sports events.
The glass, marble and travertine Barcelona Pavilion by Mies van der Rohe
Landmark · €9 Pavelló Mies van der Rohe A reconstruction of Mies van der Rohe's German Pavilion for the 1929 International Exposition. A landmark of modern architecture.
The main square of Poble Espanyol lit at dusk
Landmark Poble Espanyol An open-air architectural museum built for the 1929 Exposition with copies of buildings from across Spain. Craft workshops, shops and restaurants fill the streets.
The dark station building of the Telefèric de Montjuïc
Landmark Telefèric de Montjuïc A cable car that climbs Montjuïc hill from the lower station near Avinguda de Miramar to the castle. Views stretch over the port.

What's on in Montjuïc

Local events in the next 30 days, read from the ward, park and organiser pages each one links to.

  • El Museu invisible. Gabinet de Numismàtica de Catalunya Exhibition

    Mon 9 Nov, Tue 24 Nov · Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

    An exhibition at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

    from 11:00 · Map · Source: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya · “El Museu invisible”. Gabinet de Numismàtica de Catalunya

  • Jujol a Sant Joan Despí Exhibition

    Tue 10 Nov, Sat 14 Nov · Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

    An exhibition at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

    from 10:30 · Map · Source: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

  • Talk: Mercè Rodoreda Activities

    Tue 10 Nov · Centre Cívic Font de la Guatlla

    A talk at Centre Cívic Font de la Guatlla, with free entry.

    Free · from 18:00 · Map · Source: Ajuntament de Barcelona · Xerrada 'Mercè Rodoreda

  • El Museu invisible. Gabinet de Dibuixos i Gravats Exhibition

    Wed 11 Nov, Wed 18 Nov · Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

    An exhibition at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

    from 11:00 · Map · Source: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya · “El Museu invisible”. Gabinet de Dibuixos i Gravats

  • ICOM DESIGN 2026 Annual Conference, Barcelona - The Architect Beyond the Building: Desig Exhibition

    12 to 13 Nov · Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

    An exhibition at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

    €130 · Map · Source: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya · ICOM DESIGN 2026 Annual Conference, Barcelona - The Architect Beyond the Building: Design and the Decorative Arts

  • Present Future Past Artists in the museum Online Exhibitions Exhibition

    Thu 12 Nov · Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

    An exhibition at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

    Map · Source: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

  • Conference day: La Festa del Videojoc Activities

    Sat 14 Nov · Escola de Mitjans Audiovisuals

    An event at Escola de Mitjans Audiovisuals, with free entry.

    Free · from 10:00 · Map · Source: Ajuntament de Barcelona · Jornada 'La Festa del Videojoc

  • El so del MNAC. Iconografia musical a les sales d’art modern Exhibition

    14 to 15 Nov · Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

    An exhibition at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

    from 11:00 · Map · Source: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

  • Guided visit: Repression, attack and defence, from the Montjuïc Trial to the Civil War Activities

    Sat 14 Nov · Castell de Montjuïc

    A guided visit at Castell de Montjuïc.

    Map · Source: Castell de Montjuïc · Repressió, atac i defensa. Del Procés de Montjuïc a la Guerra Civil.

  • MNAC free Saturday afternoons Exhibition

    Every Saturday. Next: Sat 14 Nov · Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, Palau Nacional

    Free admission to the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya every Saturday from 15:00. Winter hours run to 18:00.

    15:00 · Map · Source: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya · Dissabtes gratuïts al MNAC

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  • Exhibition: Habitar de Uxue Puerta Exhibition

    On now, until 30 Dec · Espai Jove La Bàscula, la Marina de Port

    An exhibition at Espai Jove La Bàscula, with free entry.

    Free · Map · Source: Ajuntament de Barcelona · Exposició MAB 2026 "Habitar" de Uxue Puerta

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