Montjuïc Cable Car — About, History, Storyline, Tours & Visitor Info
Soar to Barcelona’s hilltop on the Telefèric de Montjuïc for sweeping city-and-sea views. Pair your ride with Montjuïc Castle, gardens, museums, and Olympic sights for a perfect day.
Roundtrip Cable Car from €17Why Ride the Montjuïc Cable Car?
The Montjuïc Cable Car glides above parks, museums, and Olympic venues to the hill’s summit, where the Castell de Montjuïc overlooks the harbor. It’s the most scenic way to reach a district rich in culture, gardens, and 20th-century landmarks from the 1929 International Exposition to the 1992 Olympics.
Hilltop Views & Gardens
See Barcelona’s grid, Port Vell, and the Mediterranean while floating past Miramar and lush slopes.
Castle & Museums
Arrive near the fortress, then explore icons like MNAC and Fundació Joan Miró on the hill.
Quick Timeline
- 1640s–1750s — Origins and later rebuilding of Montjuïc Castle on the hilltop.
- 1929 — International Exposition transforms Montjuïc with grand avenues, museums, and the Magic Fountain.
- 1931 — Port Cable Car opens across the harbor (different line from the Montjuïc Cable Car).
- 1992 — Olympic venues and parks reshape the hill; the Olympic Stadium is refurbished.
- 2007 — Modernized Telefèric de Montjuïc reopens with accessible cabins and new stations.
Top Tours & Ticket Options
Montjuïc Cable Car Roundtrip
Effortless ascent and descent with photo-ready panoramas of city and sea.
Castle Walk + Cable Car
Ride up, tour the fortress with a guide, and learn Montjuïc’s strategic past.
Cable Car Ticket + Audio Guide
Self-guided ride with commentary on landmarks and hilltop highlights.
Sky Views, Magic Fountain & Castle
Bundle the cable car with Plaça d’Espanya vistas and a guided castle visit.
Storyline & What You’ll See
From Fortress to Culture Park
Montjuïc evolved from a coastal stronghold into Barcelona’s green cultural terrace, where exposition palaces, museum collections, and Olympic venues crown the slopes.
- Castle ramparts with widescreen harbor views.
- 1929 Exposition legacy: MNAC, Magic Fountain, grand stairways.
- Olympic ring and parks spreading across the hilltop.
The Ride
Enclosed cabins float between stations above gardens and rooftops. On clear days you’ll spot Barceloneta, Port Vell, and the city’s geometric grid.
Look For
Sea-facing cabin windows for the best harbor panoramas, the Miramar viewpoint, and trails linking stations, parks, and museums.
Insider Tips
Early or Golden Hour
Ride in the morning for clear air, or late afternoon for golden light and dramatic skyline color.
Weather Watch
High winds can pause operations. If skies turn gusty, providers may reschedule or refund per policy.
Roundtrip vs One-Way
Hikers can ride up and walk down through gardens; otherwise choose roundtrip for ease.
Visitor Cheatsheet
Opening Hours
Daytime hours with seasonal variations; extended daylight in summer.
Ticket Options
Roundtrip €17+ | Castle Walk + Cable Car €54+ | Ticket + Audio Guide €27.50+ | Combos €74+
What to Bring
Comfortable shoes, water, sun protection; light layer for breezes at the summit.
How to Get There
Metro L2/L3 to Paral·lel → Funicular de Montjuïc → short signed walk to the lower station.
Ready to Ride the Telefèric de Montjuïc?
Secure your spot online, choose off-peak slots, and add a castle tour or Magic Fountain visit for a full Montjuïc day.
Book Montjuïc Cable Car from €17