Montjuïc Hill, towering above the harbour and the old town, has always been in a strategically advantageous position for the city’s defence, which is why a defensive castle has stood on its summit since 1640.

The building, which is very well preserved and has undergone only minor renovations, is fully open to visitors.

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Visit the small museum and the city walls

Castell de Montjuïc is relatively small, and a tour of the interior will take you about 30 minutes.

The entire ramparts are open to the public, offeringbreathtaking views of Barcelona, the harbour and the sea, as well as several rooms.

Inside the castle, you’ll find small exhibitions on the history of the castle and Barcelona, as well as on the natural features of Montjuïc Hill.

The indoor exhibitions are really just a supplement to the overall visit, and the main attraction for most tourists is the ramparts themselves.

Admission and opening hours

The castle is open to the public every day. It opens at 10.00 every day; closing time is 18.00 in winter and 20.00 in summer.

You can buy a ticket 12 eur on site or online at the same price.

Official website:ajuntament.barcelona.cat/visit

How to get there

Castell de Montjuïc stands right at the top of the hill, yet it is very easily accessible by public transport.

A cable car runs to the top – details of fares and operating times are provided on the Montjuïc Park page.

If you don’t want to pay for the cable car, regular bus number 150 runs to the top from Placa Espanya station.

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