Ciutadella Park (Parc de la Ciutadella) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Ciutadella Park. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Highlights and Hidden Spots of Barcelona Bike Tour w/ Local Guide

• Barcelona 3-hour Bike or E-Bike Tour: Highlights and Hidden Gems

• Barcelona e-Bike Tour: Gaudí and Old Town Small Group

• Barcelona Off-the-Beaten Track Bike Tour

• Barcelona Segway Tour

Parc de la Ciutadella in Barcelona is completely free to visit, though a few attractions within the park, such as the Barcelona Zoo, do charge entry fees. However, there are also plenty of fun tours you can take to enhance your experience of this pretty and historic area—Segway and scooter tours start as little as US$4.

Yes, Ciutadella Park is absolutely worth visiting. Not only is it the city center's main green space, but it's basically a walk through Barcelona's culture and history. Look for the brick-built Umbraculum, the historic greenhouse, the Monumental Waterfall, the Governor's Palace, the Font de la Cascada, and so much more.

Per one customer who booked the Barcelona 3-hour Bike or E-Bike Tour: Highlights and Hidden Gems, "This was our first time taking a bike tour, and it exceeded our expectations. It was a great way to see the city and spend time outside. Our guide, Amedeo (or Ame, as he told us to call him), was excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and would definitely recommend this to everyone."

Parc de la Ciutadella was once Barcelona’s only green space—think of it as a smaller version of New York’s Central Park. Beyond its peaceful gardens, fountains, historical monuments, and well-maintained walking paths, the park is home to several prominent Barcelona attractions, including the Barcelona Zoo and the Catalan Parliament.

Yes, Ciutadella Park is entirely free to enter. This makes the park a perfect spot for a budget-friendly day of relaxation and exploration. However, the Barcelona Zoo, which is inside the park, requires a fee to enter, and additional activities like boat rentals will also incur a fee.

The best things to do in Parc de la Ciutadella include exploring the grounds, such as the peaceful rose garden; visiting museums and attractions, like the Barcelona Zoo; renting a rowboat for a ride around the lake; and simply grabbing a bench and people-watching or picnicking on the expansive lawn.

Historical landmarks in Parc de la Ciutadella include Cascada Monumental, a magnificent fountain designed by a young Antoni Gaudi (of Sagrada Familia fame) that looks more like a waterfall, and the Palau del Parlament de Catalunya, aka the Catalan Parliament building, which includes structures that date back to when the park was a military arsenal.

The time you should spend at Parc de la Ciutadella depends on what you’re looking to experience. A quick, 1- to 2-hour visit is enough time to stroll through the gardens and admire the sights, like Gaudi’s Font de la Cascada. But to really enjoy the park—perhaps renting a rowboat or having a picnic lunch—give yourself a half-day.

Parc de la Ciutadella is fantastic for families. Let the kids loose in the designated play areas—there are slides and climbing structures—and show them pretty spots like the rose garden and the waterfall fountain. The vast lawns are perfect for running around, playing frisbee, or having a family picnic, too.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting Ciutadella Park. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Barcelona:

• Sagrada Família

• Park Güell

• Casa Batlló

• La Pedrera

• Gothic Quarter

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Barcelona.