Take a scenic 5-10 minute cable car ride above Barcelona to reach the historic Montjuïc Castle. Ride back with an optional stop at Mirador de l'Alcalde.
- Enjoy a quick, super-scenic ride from Parc de Montjuïc to Castell de Montjuïc and back on this roughly 5-to-10-minute round-trip cable car ride.
The ride is scenic. On the way, you can glimpse the iconic Basilica of Sagrada Familia, the busy Barcelona Port, and the storybook Tibidabo Mountain.
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Opt to hop down at Mirador de l'Alcalde and explore Joan Brossa Gardens. See one of Europe's largest collections of cacti at Mossèn Costa I Llobera Gardens.
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There's plenty to do at Parc de Montjuïc, including visiting the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the site of the 1992 Barcelona Olympics.
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Fun fact: The castle was accessible only by a steep climb or the Montjuïc al Castell funicular railway (1928-1963) before the cable car system existed.
- Montjuic Cable Car roundtrip tickets
- Tickets to Montjuic Castle
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Guests from United States, United Kingdom, Italy and over 48 countries have loved this experience
Tina
Apr, 2025
Price performance TOP ! This combination has given us a very nice sightseeing day 😊 definitely to recommend!View original review in German
Ethan
Mar, 2025
Althouh the line was long it moved very quickly. The cable car had amazing veiws of the city, then it drops you off at a beautiful castle at the top of the mountain. Easy getting up and down
Gyuris
Mar, 2025
We were lucky, because within 10 minutes from our arrival at the castle, a heavy fog came down to the Montjuic. We could see the beautiful panorama of the city.John
Mar, 2025
Great views of the city. Enjoyed the short ride. Time in line wasn't a bad wait.
Amy
Mar, 2025
Taking the gondola was beautiful. We were happy that we didn't miss this beautiful experience
Montjuïc Cable Car
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.
What's not allowed
- Pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Accessibility
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The cabins are fully adapted for passengers with reduced mobility.
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Assistance dogs are welcome.
Additional information
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Here's the route map for your reference.
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Here's the detailed schedule.
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The cable car seats 8 people per cabin and is accessible for people with reduced mobility.
How to Use Your Tickets
You will receive an email with your Montjuic Cable Car ticket voucher. You may display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the redemption point of the tour.
Redemption point
Parc de Montjuic, Avinguda Miramar, opposite the Montjuïc Municipal Swimming Pool ,30, 08038 Barcelona, Spain.
Nearest bus stop is Paral·lel Stop ID: 9901, it is a 15-minute walk.Borad #L2 & #L3 to get you there.
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