After a spring individual and two months of confinement around the world, a real longing for the countryside and landscapes we rises to the head ! We have found in Catalonia have something to satisfy your cravings for flowers, herbs and tranquillity, and Barcelona is full of gardens, with their specificity. And to discover the parks of the city, we take the subway or the bus, which has the advantage of offering you a nice ride … For each park we will inform you of the bus to borrow or metro stations corresponding.
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It can be THE park, the most famous of Barcelona. Classified world heritage of Unesco, this work, rich in its originality is the symbol of colours of the Catalan city. Built at the beginning of the Twentieth century, Gaudi, its architect, wanted to respect the natural terrain of places leaving free rein to his imagination : flags colourful and benches in mosaic will amaze you in every corner of the park ! Major Attraction, a walk in this park offers some of the most beautiful symbols of the city to cite, for example, that the famous salamander mosaic or the large terrace, surrounded by benches wavy which offers a stunning view on the horizon. An original space, while curve, which fits perfectly into the true nature witness of the imprint of Gaudí.
Carrer d’olot 5
Metro : Vallcarca (green) or Lesseps (purple).
Bus : 92, or 24.
Price : 8 € adults / 6 € -12 years.
The park is open every day from 8 h to 22: 30.
The park of the CiutadellaLe park of the Ciutadella is a perfect place where to spend a beautiful day in Barcelona. Adobe Stock
The parc de la Ciutadella has the advantage of being located in the city centre. Created on the occasion of the Universal Exposition of 1888, it owes its name to an ancient military citadel, which formerly occupied the premises. Very diversified, the 60 hectares of the park are home to include the Museum of modern Art, the parliament of Catalonia, as well as a zoo, which covers more than 50% of its area. A park at the time of the family but just as romantic, because the charm of the classical gardens has been preserved through all its paths and walks. Its famous fountain based on the Trevi fountain in Rome and the massive structure was designed by Josep Fontsére with the help of the young Antoine Gaudi (then still unknown). It is also possible to mount on the two enormous crab claws that serve as stairs to a podium with a sculpture of Venus to enjoy a panoramic view of the park and pond surrounding it.
Passeig de Picasso, 21
Metro : Jaume I (yellow).
Bus : Passeig Pujades / Parc de la Ciutadella : 40, 42, H14, H16
Parc de la Ciutadella / Princesa : 39, 51, H14.
The park is open every day from 8 h to 22: 30.
The park Joan MiróCe large park diaphanous, also known under the name of ” Parc de l’escorxador “, that is to say, park abattoirs. Adobe Stock
In the Eixample district, parc Joan Miró is a nature space very nice for a break between two visits. Don’t miss the sculpture by Joan Miró, Woman and bird, a height of 22 meters. Spanning the equivalent of four city blocks, this vast park is on two levels. The bottom is landscaped with pine, palm trees, eucalyptus, aromatic and a covered pergola of wisteria and bougainvillea. The ideal place to wander with children because the park also offers a beautiful space for outdoor games.
Carrer Arago 2
Metro : Espanya L1 (orange)
Bus : L94 L 95 N16
The park is open every day from 10 h to 23h.
The botanical garden of the park of MontjuicLe botanical garden spreads over 14 hectares and is home to 4000 species. Adobe Stock
It is necessary to know to take the time to discover the Montjuic mountain and its beautiful park full of Cactus, which extends over 14 hectares. More known under the name of Gardens of Mossène Costa i llobera gardens, this site includes more than 800 species of exotic plants. Ranked among the 10 most beautiful gardens in the World gardens offer an exceptional view of the sea and the port of Barcelona, but also a stroll in a breathtaking variety of mediterranean flora harmoniously staged at the sandstone walkways postmodern to the botanical garden.
Carretera de Miramar 38
Metro : Parc de Monjuic (purple)
Bus : L55
free admission.
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Very little known to the general public, the park of the Labyrinth of Horta is a nook magic and secret of Barcelona. Built in 1802, by the Marquis Joan Antoni Desvalls of d Ardena, it was the top place of receptions grandeur of the haute bourgeoisie of barcelona. We appreciate the contrast of the two styles-romantic and neo-classical that are of the park of the Labyrinth of Horta, a corner of a unique nature.
Passeig dels Castanyers
Metro : Mundet (purple).
Bus : 27, 60, 73, 76.
Entrance 3 euros, free on Sunday and Wednesday. Open from 10 h to 20 h.
The gardens of PedralbesLes gardens were designed by Nicolau Rubió i Tudurí in 1924, from a project which consisted in a geometric design decorative, a large part of the trees that already owned the property. Adobe Stock
Around the Palace, of Italian style of the Nineteenth century, the gardens of Pedralbes are in free access. The palace can’t be visited but it can be free to enjoy a beautiful fountain, designed by Gaudi himself, and walk up to the basin. The grounds of the royal palace blends the tradition of landscapes in the French and English in impressive gardens surrounding the palace which is still today the residence of the royal family to Barcelona, and hosts a famous music festival in the summer.
Av Pedralbes 63
Metro : Pedro Reial (purple).
Bus : N12.
Entrance to the gardens is free, open from 10 a.m. to dusk.
The park CollserolaAu top of the district of Sarrìa Sant Gervasi and less than 15 minutes from the city, lies the park of Collserola the former lung of Barcelona. Adobe Stock
Behind the mountain of Tibidabo, the park extends over 8,000 hectares of protected nature, which makes it the largest in the city. With time and planning policies of the city, it has become a real space for recreation and nature discovery. The of the Collserola park has marked trails, recreation areas, and viewpoints offering stunning views of the Catalan city. The mediterranean climate and the terrain variable is are crystallized in a vegetation of mixed woods, where abundant white pine and holm oak, with riparian species in the wetland areas, which alternate with spaces of culture and bushes. The fauna comprises approximately 190 species of vertebrate ; there are squirrels, foxes and a few wild boars, in addition to many varieties of birds.
Carretera de l’església, 92
Metro : Baixador de Vallvidrera (S1 orange).
Bus : 118 – 128.
free admission.
The gardens of Laribal and the Theatre grecLes gardens of Laribal, located between the Joan Miró Foundation and the Greek Theatre, which were built on the occasion of the universal Exhibition of 1929. Caroline de Balanda / Le Figaro
Known for his theatre in the shape of an amphitheatre completely integrated in the mountain, these gardens have been designed for the 1929 universal Exhibition on the career of Montjuic, which has allowed the construction of many buildings in the Catalan capital. The best architects, sculptors and landscape designers of the time turned a house and its garden in a majestic palace surrounded by gardens. It features also a pergola, a gazebo and several ponds, and is a veritable paradise Greek. If not with a local touch : a big house type of Catalan. This corner of greenery once again offers a view over Barcelona.
Avinguda Diagonal 686
Metro : Poble Sec (green).
Bus : L55.
free Entry, open from 10 h to 21 h.
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