Park · Ciutadella, Barcelona

Parc de la Ciutadella

Parc de la Ciutadella
Photo: Bernard Gagnon, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Parc de la Ciutadella occupies the site of a former citadel in the Ciutadella district. It contains formal gardens, a large fountain, a boating lake and the Parliament of Catalonia. The Barcelona Zoo occupies the eastern section.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 2 of Barcelona in 5 Days

Visiting Parc de la Ciutadella: what to know

Tickets
Park entry is free. Zoo admission is charged separately.
Time needed
1 to 2 hours
Best time
Weekday mornings
Getting there
Metro L4 to Ciutadella Vila Olimpica station

Barcelona itineraries with Parc de la Ciutadella

Day 2 of Barcelona in 5 Days

Gaudí and the Eixample

How Parc de la Ciutadella fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Sagrada FamíliaEixample
  2. 12:00Sant Pau Recinte ModernistaEixample
  3. 15:00Casa BatllóPasseig de Gràcia
  4. 17:00Casa MilàPasseig de Gràcia
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Parc de la Ciutadella FAQs

Is Parc de la Ciutadella free?

Yes, the park itself has free entry at all times.

How long do people spend in Parc de la Ciutadella?

Most visitors stay between one and two hours.

Does Parc de la Ciutadella have a zoo?

The Barcelona Zoo is located inside the park grounds.

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