Experts' Choice Award Parc de la Ciutadella
What the experts agree on
Barcelona's beloved central green lung, free to enter and great for picnics, jogging, or people-watching. Home to a zoo and boating lake, it gets packed with families and drum circles on sunny weekends.
“This is probably the best-loved park for local joggers, so head here if you’re the sort of traveler who brings your running shoes with you.”
– Travel + Leisure
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Come for a stroll, a picnic, a visit to the zoo or to inspect Catalonia’s regional parliament, but don’t miss a visit to this, the most central green lung in the city." Full review
Time Out "On a sunny Sunday you'll have to fight with the hordes of picnicking families, bongo players and dogs for a bit of the green stuff." Full review
Afar Magazine "Soak up the sun and stroll the grounds of this centrally-located Barcelona park." Full review
Frommer's "Lakes, gardens, and promenades fill most of the park that took its place, and admission to the park itself is free. The large green patch is also the site of the Zoo de Barcelona." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Let’s start big picture. What are we looking at, exactly?“And here’s the Arc de Triomf”—a phrase you might not expect to hear in Barcelona. It gets even more confusing when you discover..." Full review
Rough Guide "For a relaxing break, head to Parc de la Ciutadella. It's a lush oasis perfect for picnics, outdoor yoga sessions, or even joining a drum circle if you're feeling adventurous."
Lonely Planet "Today, Parc de la Ciutadella is the lungs of downtown Barcelona, a favorite meeting point where locals and travelers gather with friends, eat al fresco takeaway lunches, and listen to the..."
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National Geographic "Tots can choose from multiple playgrounds at the historic Parc de la Ciutadella, including a special toy-sharing area near the duck pond. The rambling green space is also home to the..."
National Geographic "For outdoor fun, the boating lake at the leafy Parc de la Ciutadella in the El Born district is always a hit. As well as the many bike tours, there are rickshaws, pedal cars for families..."
Lonely Planet "Barcelona's finest and most easily accessible green space, Parc de la Ciutadella is a sprawling expanse dotted with palm trees and curious buildings, including the 18th-century Palau del..."
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