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The Parc de la Ciutadella (Catalan pronunciation: [ˈpaɾɡ də lə siwtəˈðeʎə]; "Citadel Park") is a park on the northeastern edge of Ciutat Vella, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. For decades following its creation in the mid-19th century, this park was the city's only green space.
Wonderful park that is free to vistitors and only 10 minutes walk from the Gothic Quarter. The 31 hectares include the city zoo (worth a visit), the Palau del Parlament de Catalunya, a small lake, museums, and a large fountain designed by Josep Fontserè (and it's said contributions by a young Antoni Gaudí).
Ciutadella Park has a large number of century-old trees and a wide range of elements: the monumental waterfall, 19th-century buildings now used as museums, a lake for rowing boats, pathways and numerous sculptures. It shares the site with the city zoo.
The Parc de la Ciutadella is very idyllic and probably the greenest oasis in the megacity of Barcelona. It invites you to relax, to rebound and to go for long walks, as well as for a picnic. You can also use a rowing boat on the lake.
The Parc de la Ciutadella, Barcelona's urban "green lung", is no ordinary park. In 1869, the demolition of the military citadel, built a century earlier by Philip V, was highly significant for a boom Barcelona with its sights firmly set on the 1888 Universal Exhibition.
The Parc de la Ciutadella, built on the grounds where the city’s fortress once stood, is Barcelona’s most central park and for many years, was the only public park in the city. It measures over 17 hectares and lies on the north-eastern part of Ciutat Vella.
Lleno de árboles centenarios, el parque de la Ciutadella contiene una gran diversidad de elementos: la cascada monumental, edificios del siglo XIX hoy convertidos en museos, un lago para pasear en barquitas de remos, paseos y numerosas esculturas. Comparte espacio con el zoo.
Jan 30, 2023 · Anything goes! Visit Barcelona's biggest park like a pro with directions, things to see, picnic ideas, the zoo, museums, nearby attractions, and 9 hacks to help.
Parc de la Ciutadella, or Ciutadella Park, is a tranquil green oasis nestled in the heart of Barcelona. Conveniently located adjacent to the iconic Arc de Triomf, these two remarkable landmarks can be seamlessly combined for a single visit.
Wonderful park that is free to vistitors and only 10 minutes walk from the Gothic Quarter. The 31 hectares include the city zoo (worth a visit), the Palau del Parlament de Catalunya, a small lake, museums, and a large fountain designed by Josep Fontserè (and it's said contributions by a young Antoni Gaudí).
