Ciutadella Park Guided Experience: Explore Nature, Gaudí, and Triumphal Arch in Barcelona
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Barcelona
Join us on a guided tour of Ciutadella Park in Barcelona, where you'll explore nature, discover Gaudí's influence, and learn about the park's historical significance. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the city's green oasis!
Duration: 1 hour, 45 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Arc de Triomf - This is the meeting point for the start of the tour.

We will explain and get to know one of the key monuments of Barcelona where you will be able to take your first photos.

From here we will start the tour to the gardens of the Ciutadella Park.

  • Parc de la Ciutadella - We will discover and rediscover one of the most popular and oldest parks in Barcelona, the Ciutadella Park.
  • Castle of the Three Dragons - A castle in a park? Yes!

At the main entrance of the park awaits us this castle whose history we will discuss and explain. Although it is currently not open to the public, we will talk about its history and you will be able to take some photos if you wish.

  • Monument al general Prim - Who was General Prim, and why is the park dedicating a monument to him?
  • Cascada Monumental - This is the monument par excellence in the gardens of Ciutadella Park. It will surprise us with its magnificent “chariot of the Dawn” and “the birth of Venus” among other ornamental motifs. Here we will also talk about Gaudí and how he participated in its design.
  • Mamut - This life-size version of the elephant’s distant relative is waiting to be discovered in the gardens of the Ciutadella Park.
What's Included
  • Entrance to Ciutadella Park gardens
  • Guided tour of the grounds
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

Uncover the hidden gems of nature and delve into the history of the Ciutadella Gardens, widely recognized as the vital breath of Barcelona city. A delight not to be overlooked!

Our journey begins at the Arc de Triomf, an important landmark of Barcelona’s chronicles.

Next, we will find ourselves in the luxuriant greenery of the Ciutadella Park - the largest public park in Barcelona currently.

  • This park holds the title of the largest public green space in Barcelona, boasting stunning gardens and tremendous biodiversity.
  • Its historical background is riveting: it served as a military stronghold, possesses a fortress and a striking monumental waterfall designed, in part, by Antoni Gaudí, among other things.
  • It ranks among the most renowned and frequently visited parks for nature enthusiasts.

The excursion takes you on a historical and botanical exploration through the gardens of one of Barcelona’s most ancient and cherished parks. Care to join?

Location
Arc de Triomf
We will meet at "Arc de Triomf", (just under the arch) where we will start the guided tour. (The monument is located one minute walk from the train or metro stop "Arc de Triomf").
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Q209wmjeremya
Apr 9, 2024
Interesting visit - The guided tour was very interesting. Miriam explained some of the history of the park to us and I learned something about some tree species in this beautiful place.
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