The name Montjuic comes from the ancient cemetery built by the Jewish community in this mountain of Barcelona, and it literally means Jewish Mountain.
The hill is situated in a strategic location, from there you can clearly see the city and sea.
As a preparation of the International Fair hold in 1929, the area started to become more urbanized and gradually, new leisure, culture, and sports facilities were built.
The hill was formerly a popular attraction park, which today is a public park called Jardins Joan Brossa.
You will find several public gardens and green areas in Montjuïc, besides the Botanic Garden, with many natural native species of spectacular beauty. From the Olympic stadium to the magic fountain of Montjuic, this area is definitely a must-see during your visit.
Discover all areas of interest of the Montjuïc mountain, the public transport schedule and how to reach all the most beautiful spots in the area.
Montjuïc Castle
The Montjuïc Castle is located in the highest part of the Montjuïc mountain. Given its strategic location the castel was used in the past as a watchtower, until …
Montjuïc Fountain and other monuments
If you follow the Avenue Maria Cristina from Plaça de Espanya, you will find an escalator going up to the museum area of Montjuïc.
Olympic Park (Anella Olímpica): Visiting the 1992 Legacy
In the Montjuïc area you will find several sports facilities, built in occasion of the Olympic Games of Barcelona in 1992.
Viewpoints & Botanical Garden
The Botanical Garden of the Montjuic Hill has many local Mediterranean species, but also so many natural plants and flowers from all over the world.