Parks and green areas

Panoramic view of the city of Barcelona with the sea in the background
Although the city of Barcelona is vibrant, it also has corners away from the hustle and bustle where you can enjoy moments of silence and peace. Discover the hidden places around the city where it is calm, as well as the public transport to get there. Hola Barcelona takes you !
Tibidabo is the highest point of Collserola
Parc de Collserola is considered the lung of Barcelona due to the fact that it is the largest green space in the city . Find out the details and how to get there. Hola Barcelona takes you !
Girl with camera and the Sagrada Familia behind her
The memories of an unforgettable trip are undeniably linked to its photographs. These allow us to share our experiences with our friends and acquaintances and also transport us to those precise moments in the years to come. To help you have the best memories of the city and share incredible experiences on social media, we offer you a route through the best places to take a selfie in Barcelona .
Fountains in the Jardins de la Tamarita / Foto: Pere López, CC BY-SA 3.0 via la Wikimedia Commons
If you want to relax in Barcelona and isolate yourself from the urban noise, a perfect choice is to visit the city's parks and gardens. There are plenty to choose from, but here are eight that you may not know about and which are not to be missed.
A close up of one of the species that can be found in the Barcelona Botanical Garden / Foto: Jorge Franganillo CC BY 2.0 via la Wikimedia Commons
Barcelona has green areas, such as parks and gardens , to enjoy nature in the heart of the city, and large natural spaces to walk around and breathe . In the municipality of Barcelona, which includes the Serra de Collserola, there are over 1.4 million trees. The most common are holm oaks, white pines, London planes and stone pines. This information comes from the Centre for Ecological Research and Forestry Applications and the Urban Forest Effects Model.
Barcelona panoramic view
Whether you prefer hot or cold weather, taking in Barcelona while walking around in the open air is always a good plan. The Catalan capital has many interesting open spaces to enjoy culture, exercise or simply let yourself get carried away. Now that due to Covid-19 we must avoid closed spaces and crowded places, we invite you to put on your mask and find out how to have a good time outdoors during your stay in Barcelona.
Primer pla d'una cabina del telefèric sobrevolant la ciutat
On the Montjuïc cable car you can enjoy an impressive view of the city on a journey that takes you to the Montjuïc Castle. From the cable car's modern cabins you'll discover, with a bird's eye view, the silhouette of Barcelona's most unique buildings such as the Sagrada Familia or the Torre Glòries. This comfortable ride will take you to the top of the mountain.