Top Rated Parks to Visit in Barcelona

"One of Antoni Gaudí’s most famed works, and one of the most visited attractions in Barcelona, is the spectacular Park Güell. One of the city’s largest parks, it is a green space that is rich in biodiversity and offers panoramic views of the city at its feet. You can either take a stroll around for free in the natural areas or pay a fee to enter the ‘monumental zone’ where the core attractions of the park are."

"Park Guell receives more than ten million tourists every year. Within the park Antoni Gaudi built a residential complex, which became his masterpiece."

"An idyllic green space, and one of the largest in Barcelona at over 280,000m2, is the iconic Parc de la Ciutadella. Barcelona’s answer to New York’s Central Park, it is home to the Catalan Parliament as well as the Barcelona Zoo. You can rent a boat to row on the lake, stroll along the park’s paths, or admire the magnificent fountain that was designed by a young Antoni Gaudí."

"If you would like to visit a city centre park, a good option is the Citadel Park, or Parc de la Ciutadella, which isn’t too far from the Chocolate Museum. Dating from the 19th century, and the earliest green space in the city, this 70-acre park has plenty of green space – perfect for a picnic, or to grab a breather from all your exploring."

"The park was developed on the site where the military citadel once stood. But it was torn down in 1869. After that, a huge park was born here, which managed to adapt to the needs of the World’s Fair held in 1888."

"The Parc del Laberint d’Horta (the Horta Labyrinth Park) is the oldest historical garden in Barcelona, found in the Horta-Guinardó district. Designed by Italian architect Domenico Bagutti for the Desvalls family estate in 1791, the park boasts scenic gardens with a maze of cypress trees (clue’s in the name labyrinth!). Here you can also find serene ponds, streams and a waterfall, to take a calm afternoon out of the city."

"5,865 km from city center 27 out of 29 places to visit in Barcelona. Away from the buzz of the metropolitan city, the Parc del Laberint d’Horta or Labyrinth Park of Horta offers peace and tranquillity. Easily referred to as the most beautiful park in Barcelona city, it is proudly the city’s oldest as it was constructed in 1792."

"These are the oldest public gardens in the city, created in the 18th century, and they are a perfect mix between a Neoclassical and a Romantic garden. They get their name from the maze with walls of cypress trees, but there are also fountains, a waterfall with a little stream and mythological sculptures."

"Also on the Montjuïc hill, you can find Joan Brossa Gardens. This park is named after the Catalan poet. By the way; all parks on Montjïc are named after Catalan poets."

"While you should definitely get up close and personal with the incredibly detailed facade of the Sagrada Familia, it won’t give you the best vantage point to get an Instagram-worthy photo. To get that picture-perfect shot, head across the street to the Placa de Gaudi park. From here, you can snap a photo of the entire facade of the Sagrada Familia in all its glory – the park was actually built specifically as a place to view and admire the church!"

"For the best views of the Sagrada Familia, there is no better place than the Plaça de Gaudí that sits beside it. It’s a magnet for photographers looking to get the best shot of the Sagrada, so impress your friends on Instagram by following suit with a visit to Plaça de Gaudí!. It is a relatively small outdoor space in comparison to the other gardens and parks mentioned on our list, but still well-worth a visit."

"If in addition to looking for a public children’s park in Barcelona you also want a place to cool off, the Parc de la Creueta del Coll is ideal. In the large square that welcomes visitors there are many play area features with which they will have fun. One of the great attractions of the Creueta del Coll is the large lake that becomes one of the outdoor swimming pools in Barcelona during summer, so you can take advantage of the opportunity to take a dip."

"Situated next to the Montjuïc Castle, the Jardins del Mirador de l’Alcade (Mayor’s Viewing Point) is known for its exceptional views over Barcelona. It’s a bright and tranquil space with an ornamental fountain in the centre of the park, which cascades into a pool below. There are different levels to these gardens, with sloping flower beds, paths, and seating areas to sit and take in the peaceful scenery."

"The tranquil gardens of Joan Maragall feel like a world apart from the buzz of the centre of Barcelona, with the only sounds you can hear being the flow of water from the ornamental fountains, and the chirping of birds. The gardens have elegant, tree-lined paths, large open grassy spaces, flowerbeds, impressive fountains and sculptures. The gardens are truly fit for a king, as they were constructed for the King of Spain at the start of the 20th century, Alfons XIII. The Joan Maragall Gardens also contain a small palace that still remains as a royal residence when the royal family come to Barcelona on official visits."

"Parc de les AigüesBarcelona, SpainI always stop at this park on my way to Parc Güell or Guinardó. There’s a tennis court, a kiddie playground and a ton of different trees for the nature lover. This park is generally not too busy which makes it great for reading or meditating."

"Bee Cakes is a takeaway cake shop that offers cakes whole or by the slice for your enjoyment in a variety of flavors and serving sizes. Each of Bee Cakes’ cakes and other baked goods is made fresh every day, or you can custom order your very own cake. The cakes you get at Bee Cakes are more simple than cakes you’ll find elsewhere, but they are still beautiful, moist, and flavorful."

"This cute cookie shop now has an online store, where you can buy cookie boxes in different sizes and have them sent to you, or someone you love. You can personalize the order and add a note. Libreria Freetime, Barcelona"

"The concept here is cookies and cookie dough, and they create pretty amazing things. For a birthday party ask for the cookie pizza!. Read my review of Cookona here."

"En Cookona son tan creativos que la misma masa de galleta la utilizan para hacer tartas, brownies y otras delicias. Ubicación: Carrer del Rosselló, 160, 08036."

"If you love surrounding yourself by a green atmosphere which makes you feel closer to nature, this might be your favourite coffee shop in Barcelona. Espai Joliu is all about coffee and plants, creating a cozy and natural space ideal to get the inspiration you need. This is how they describe the place: #whereplantsmeetcoffe."

"You know how much I love this café in Poble Nou, but don't forget that it is also an excellent place to find a different kind of Christmas gift!. Why not a beautiful plant, a cool magazine, prints or hand-made jewellery by a local artisan?. Read my review of Espai Joliu here."

"Espai Joliu is “where plants meet coffee.” The restaurant is surrounded by plants of all sizes, and offers specialty coffee, magazines, plants, and other trinkets for sale. We recommend the matcha latte. An added plus: it’s vegan and gluten-friendly."

"ÀMBIT Galeria d’Art was established in 1985 with the intention of promoting new alternatives in the art market in Barcelona. Since its origins ÀMBIT opted for contemporary art, focusing its activity on raising young artists from home and abroad, as well as already established figures. Since then, the gallery has been faithful to this double challenge and criteria of rigor and consistency that it has kept until now."