Museums, beaches, sculptures, squares, unique architectural monuments, Barcelona has it all, which is why it is one of the most visited cities in the country. To take in all this beauty as a whole, there’s no better place than one of its fantastic viewpoints, whether from the mountain peaks or from inside its most iconic buildings. We invite you to enjoy a bird's-eye view of Barcelona.
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Park Güell
If there’s one place that’s an absolute must-see for any tourist visiting Barcelona for the first time, it’s undoubtedly the Park Güell. It is a place full of magic and colour where you can admire the marvellous mosaics created by the incomparable Gaudí. As well as admiring this architectural gem, which perfectly embodies Catalan Modernism, this spot offers one of the best views of the city, from which you can even see as far as the sea.
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Montjuïc Castle
Climbing Montjuïc is a unique experience, whether on foot – as you’ll be able to visit several of its many points of interest – or by cable car, which allows you to soar above the city and admire Barcelona from above. Awaiting you at the top of the mountain is Montjuïc Castle, a military fortress offering a beautiful view of the city.
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The Carmel Bunkers
One of the prettiest spots in the Catalan capital is the The Carmel Bunkers. At a height of 250 metres, in the upper reaches of Turó de la Rovira, you’ll find this very special spot offering a view of the whole of Barcelona from a very close-up perspective. An ideal plan is to go for a picnic at sunset to watch this great city gradually drift off to sleep.
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Tibidabo
Another magical and iconic spot offering different panoramic views of the city, allowing you to admire Barcelona in all its splendour, is the Tibidabo Park. Whether you’re enjoying one of its more than 30 rides, visiting its free viewpoint or the Fabra Observatory: from the top of this mountain, you’ll enjoy incredible views across the whole city.
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Basilica of Santa Maria del Pi
Another of the best viewpoints from which to admire Barcelona is the bell tower of the Basilica of Santa Maria del Pi. Once used as a watchtower, this medieval Gothic-style bell tower offers visitors a stunning view of the city’s historic centre. We invite you to discover its history by climbing its 54-metre-high narrow spiral staircase to discover a side of Barcelona you could never have imagined.
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National Art Museum of Catalonia (MNAC)
The National Art Museum of Catalonia (MNAC) boasts one of the most comprehensive art collections in Barcelona, as well as two spectacular terraces which attract crowds of tourists eager to admire the Montjuïc fountain from above, Collserola Tower, the Tibidabo, the Sagrada Família and the Olympic Ring, among other places of interest.
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Collserola Tower
The best views of the city are from the Collserola Tower, one of Barcelona’s most iconic structures, situated on the slopes of the mountain range of the same name. When you visit, you’ll feel truly privileged, as it offers a panoramic view of Barcelona, allowing you to take home a unique postcard of the city. How do you think you’ll feel when you’re 560 metres above sea level?
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Sagrada Família
One of the city’s most iconic landmarks simply had to feature on this list of Barcelona’s best viewpoints, as The Sagrada Familia offers a delightful view of the neighbourhood of the same name and the Eixample district. For the time being, it is not possible to climb the tallest tower, which will stand 170 metres high when completed, but the views from the existing towers and the suspended walkway are magnificent.
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Torre Glòries Viewpoint
You can’t leave Barcelona without seeing it from the top. The Torre Glòries Viewpoint, situated in the refurbished Plaça de les Glòries, is the only place offering 360° views of the city from its cupola, situated at a height of 125 metres. This visit is a must for anyone wishing to see and photograph the city’s most iconic landmarks, such as the Sagrada Familia, from a unique vantage point, or simply to enjoy a magical sunset.
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Other viewpoints in Barcelona:
Las Arenas, the statue of Columbus, Guinardó Park, Turó del Putxet Park, La Pedrera, the terraces of the Cathedral of the Sea, the terraces of Barcelona Cathedral, and the Joan Sales viewpoint.
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