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Barcelona Metro

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An official TMB map for using the Metro Barcelona.

Whether you’re going to Les Corts District for the first meeting of the day or need to plan a visit to La Sagrada Família, the Metro Barcelona app is here to help you need to get around this incredible Catalonian city.

Official TMB Map

Searching for Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Universitat de Barcelona (The University of Barcelona) or La Sagrera-Meridiana stations is easy as you’ll find them all quickly on the official TMB map. The recognisable map is easy to use making any journey on Barcelona’s Metro stress-free. The map will also work offline so there’s no panicking when your phone signal drops!

Journey Planner

Plan journeys to and from any metro stations and many places of interest like Parc de Montjuïc or Basílica de la Sagrada Família. Barcelona Metro will then figure out the quickest and simplest routes. Pick one and you get to see a full summary of the route including where the changes are and the total journey time.

– Did You Know? –

On Saturdays the Metro Barcelona runs a 24-hour service starting at 5am and running through to Sunday.

Step-By-Step Guides

Metro Barcelona can walk you through a route, showing you step-by-step which line to take, where to change and which direction to head in. This is all presented on the official TMB metro map where the stations and changes are marked clearly so you can’t go wrong!

Available free iOS and Android

Nearest station.

When travelling around Barcelona, avoid confusion and always know your nearest metro station thanks to Barcelona Metro. The Journey Planner will also let you choose Current Location and will present you the three stations that are closest to your location so you have the option of which to use.

– Travel Tip –

There are ticket machines at every Metro station. You can pay in coins and notes or with credit and debit cards.

Barcelona Metro review on Google Play

Super util, rapida y no falla

jorge bc | 20th December 2017

Barcelona metro review on itunes.

So useful, and if you’re not sure which way the line you’re meant to be getting on is… you click maps and it shows you the end of the line, so you know which signs to follow! Makes traveling so easy!

amber_ck | 1st December 2017

Loopylol | 24th september 2017.

The T-10 ticket could be better value than the Tourist Ticket. The T-10 is a multi-person ticket that gets you 10 journeys and is valid for as long as you’re in Barcelona.

All stations in Barcelona City are classed as Zone 1. If you are travelling outside of the city, tickets will be more expensive.

Additional Features

Walking routes.

Sometimes it’s actually quicker to walk from one station to another rather than trying to change. Save time with the walking routes shortcuts overlay on the map.

Twitter Updates

Live official Twitter updates from TMB.

Official TMB tweets are displayed in original Spanish

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The Ultimate Barcelona Metro Guide [2024]

Coming to Barcelona and want to know how to get around the city using public transport?  The metro system in Barcelona is an efficient and easy way to get around Barcelona. Here’s everything you need to know about the Barcelona metro, including how to buy metro tickets, metro hours of operation and which metro lines in Barcelona you can use to navigate the city.

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Know Before You Go to Barcelona

Before travelling to Barcelona, make sure you book accommodation and popular attractions ASAP as hotels and tickets can sell out.

⭐ TOP 3 BARCELONA ACTIVITIES TO BOOK IN ADVANCE:

1: Sagrada Familia Skip the Line Ticket  - a must-see in Barcelona!

2: Park Guell Admission Ticket - colourful mosaic terraces and gorgeous views

3: Casa Batlló Entry with Self-Audioguide Tour - stunning Modernist Building & rooftop

🛌 MY FAVOURITE HOTELS IN BARCELONA:

$$ : Sercotel Hotel Rosellon - Incredible view of the Sagrada Familia from some rooms and the terrace

$$:  H10 Madison 4* Sup - top location with rooftop pool & view of the Gothic Cathedral

$ : Chic & Basic Lemon Boutique Hotel - great value hotel near Plaça Catalunya

❗BEWARE OF PICKPOCKETS❗

Although Barcelona is a safe city, pickpockets are a problem here, particularly in popular tourist areas and on the metro.  Use a  theft-proof backpack and consider getting some hidden-pocket clothing to keep your belongings safe.

Why Use the Metro in Barcelona

Public transport in Barcelona is clean and efficient (most of the time), and the metro is usually the quickest way to get from A to B as it avoids the city traffic above.  It is cheap to use, easy to navigate and safe – although pickpockets can be a major problem so keep a hand on your belongings at all times!

Buying Barcelona Metro Tickets

You need to buy a ticket before you board the metro, contactless credit cards are not valid for your journey.

Standard single metro tickets and rechargeable T-Casual 10 journey tickets can be purchased from ticket vending machines available at all metro stations which accept both cash and card payments.  You can also purchase the Hola Barcelona Travel Card in advance online or from the ticket machines in the metro station.

If you just want to take a single journey on the bus, you can buy a bus ticket on the bus with a credit card, but not the metro.

READ MORE: Is the Hola Barcelona Travel Card Worth It?

Barcelona’s metro system offers various ticket options to suit different travel needs.  Before you buy your tickets, think about how many times you’re likely to use the metro while you are in Barcelona so you buy the best ticket for your trip.

Children under the age of four can travel for free, otherwise, everyone else will have to buy a ticket.

Select your language using the flags displayed on the machine, then you can select the desired ticket type and zone, and the machine will provide you with the corresponding ticket.

Once you are in the metro system your ticket allows you to change as many times as you need, for a total journey time of up to 75 minutes.  You can also switch between the metro, buses and trams for up to 75 minutes as well.

Separate from the metro, you can also use these tickets for journeys on other public transport in Barcelona , including buses, trams, Montjuic Funicular and suburban trains within certain zones.

Types of Metro Tickets in Barcelona

Since the beginning of 2024, the ticket system has changed and now it is no longer possible to buy the old disposable metro tickets.  The new scheme is called T-mobilitat, and provides rechargeable tickets instead.

You can still buy the following tickets at the machines in all metro stations:

• Hola Barcelona Travel Card for unlimited travel on public transport for 2, 3, 4, or 5 days
• A single ticket for the metro or bus
• A single airport ticket for 1 metro journey to or from the airport
• The T-casual 10-journey ticket
• The T-dia single-person day ticket
• The T-familiar 8-journey ticket over 30 days
• The T-grup 70-journey ticket over 30 days
• The T-usual ticket for unlimited travel on public transport for 30 days (best for commuters and not common for tourists).

These tickets are not personalised, and you can buy them or recharge multi-journey tickets you already have at any ticket machine in the metro station.

T-mobilitat also has an option for using your mobile phone to buy and use as a contactless ticket.  If you live in Spain it is possible to register for T-mobilitat and buy additional transport cards online which will be delivered to your home, but delivery outside of Spain is not permitted.

The only other way for non-residents to buy other transport tickets is to register and use the T-mobilitat app (which is awful and didn’t work properly for me), or make an appointment to buy the tickets from a T-mobilitat office.  Check the information about the T-mobilitat scheme here .

Bearing all that in mind, the easiest option for visitors is to either buy the Hola Barcelona Travel Card online in advance, or to buy that or one of the other tickets from the ticket machines at the metro and train stations.  I don’t recommmend using the T-mobilitat app!

Most Common Barcelona Metro Tickets

The most common types of metro tickets for visitors to Barcelona are:

Hola Barcelona Travel Card

This travel card is designed for visitors who are in Barcelona for 2 to 5 days and provides unlimited rides on public transport, including the metro, buses, trams, and suburban trains, within the specified time period,  It also includes the metro or train journey to and from the airport.

It can be great value if you plan on taking several journeys during your stay.  You can buy the Hola Barcelona Travel Card online in advance here , or from the ticket machines. Read more about the Hola Barcelona Travel Card here .

Hola Barcelona Travel Card Cost:

• 48-Hour/2 Day Public Transport Ticket: € 17.50
• 72-Hour/3 Day Public Transport Ticket: € 25.50
• 96-Hour/4 Day Public Transport Ticket: € 33.30
• 120-Hour/5 Day Public Transport Ticket: € 38.20

If you also plan to visit lots of museums while you are in Barcelona then the Barcelona Card could be better value for you as it also offers discounts and free admission to certain museums and attractions, as well as unlimited transport during the duration of the ticket.  It’s valid for between 3 and 5 days with prices starting from €55 for 3 days.  Read more about the Barcelona Card here.

This is a single-person, multi-journey card that allows for ten separate trips by one person on the metro, buses, trams, and suburban trains within Zone 1 of the Barcelona transport network.

Cost: €12.15 for 1 zone (plus 50 cents for the card if you buy a new one, there is no added cost for topping up your existing card)

NB: The T-Casual replaced the popular T-10 which could be shared between multiple people – the T-Casual cannot be shared, each person must purchase their own ticket.

An individual travel card allowing an unlimited number of journeys to be made in one day on all operators in the integrated transport system.  It is valid for 24 hours (1 day) from the time of the first validation. You can also use it for a maximum of one round trip to or from Aeroport T1 and Aeroport T2 metro stations on line L9 Sud, or the train journey from and to the airport.

Cost: €11.20 for 1 zone.

Single Ticket (Bitllet senzil)

A single ticket is valid for a single journey on the metro network, including transfers, within the city limits.  It is not valid for metro stations Aeroport T1 and Aeroport T2 on line L9 Sud, but you can use it for a bus journey or the Montjuïc funicular.

Cost: €2.55

Single Airport ticket (Bitllet aeroport)

Trips to the airport on line L9 are not included in the standard metro tickets, so if you travel to or from the airport on the metro you will need one of these airport tickets.  It is valid for a single metro journey to or from the airport on the metro network.

Cost: €5.50

INSIDER TIP: The R2 train line (not the metro) from Barcelona Airport Terminal Two to Barcelona is included in the following metro ticket types:

T-usual card

A month-long travel card for unlimited journeys on all operators in the Integrated Fare System. The ticket is only to be used by the holder and could be useful if you’re spending several weeks in Barcelona on a Workation or as a Digital Nomad.

Cost: from €21.35 for 1 zone

T-familiar Card

The T-familiar card is a multi-person travel card allowing 8 journeys in 30 consecutive days from the first validation, so it could be useful for families who only want to take one or two journeys on the metro.

Cost: €10.70 for 1 zone.

Which Barcelona Transport Ticket is Best for You?

Which Barcelona metro ticket you buy will depend on how many times you are likely to take the metro, bus or other public transport in Barcelona.

Most tourists tend to buy the Hola Barcelona Travel Card , which is great value as long as you are going to make use of it and get your money’s worth.

It is very convenient to know that you just have one ticket that will cover all of your public transport needs throughout your trip and you don’t need to worry about topping up or buying new tickets once you have your Hola Barcelona Card that is valid for the duration of your stay (from 2 to 5 days).

You can buy the Hola Barcelona Travel Card online in advance here , or from the ticket machines at any metro station including at the airport. Read more about the Hola Barcelona Travel Card here .

If you also plan to visit lots of museums while you are in Barcelona then the Barcelona Card could be better value for you as it also offers discounts and free admission to certain museums and attractions as well as unlimited public transport for the duration of the ticket.  Read more about the Barcelona Card here.

However, if you only plan on using Barcelona public transportation a few times then you might not need to buy the Hola Barcelona Card, and a couple of single tickets or the T-Casual 10 journey ticket might be sufficient for your needs.

If you are only spending one day in Barcelona and think you’ll take 5 or more journeys, then the T-dia day ticket will be best for you.

Topping Up Existing T-Casual Cards

If you already have a T-Casual or T-Usual card that you want to top up, you can do that at any of the ticket machines, and select the option “I already have a card” which will allow you to reload your ticket.

Barcelona Metro Zones

Barcelona’s transport network is divided into different zones. The most commonly used zone for visitors is Zone 1, which covers the entire city of Barcelona and the immediate surrounding areas.  You can find a map of the zones on the official TMB website here .

If you plan to travel outside Zone 1, such as to the airport or neighbouring towns, you may need to purchase additional zone tickets or pay an extra fare.

Barcelona Metro Lines

The metro lines in Barcelona are colour-coded and numbered.  Each line is also identified by the first and last stations on the line:

• L1 Hospital de Bellvitge / Fondo (Red Line)
• L2 Paral·lel / Badalona Pompeu Fabra (Purple Line)
• L3 Zona Universitària / Trinitat Nova (Green Line)
• L4 La Pau / Trinitat Nova (Yellow Line)
• L5 Cornellà Centre / Vall d’Hebron (Blue Line)
• L9N La Sagrera / Can Zam (Orange)
• L9S Aeroport T1 / Zona Universitària (Orange)
• L10N La Sagrera / Gorg (Pale Blue)
• L10S ZAL | Riu Vell / Collblanc (Pale Blue)
• L11 Trinitat Nova / Can Cuiàs (Pale Green)
• FM Paral·lel / Parc de Montjuïc (Funicular de Montjuïc)

Barcelona Metro Map

You can find a map of the Barcelona metro system below, as well as at every metro station and on the metro trains as well.  I also find Google Maps useful for showing me which metro stations to use.

When you get to the metro station to take the metro, follow the signs for the correct line that you want, and before you go onto the platform check you will be going in the right direction.

Before the entrance to each platform is a sign which tells you the direction of the train and the final stop, and a list of all of the stops that it will pass in that direction, with the current station at the top.

For example, in the photo below I was at Navas metro station which is listed at the top, and this is the red L1 line going towards Hospital de Bellvitge, stopping at Clot, Glories, Marina, etc., all the way to Hospital de Bellvitge at the bottom.

On the wall above each platform, there is also a map of the metro line showing all of the stops on that line, and the direction of travel is shown by colouring the remaining stops in the same colour as the line.  Stops that have come before your current station are shown in white.

Similarly, once you have boarded the metro train, above the door is another line map showing you the current location and the remaining stops.  Verbal announcements are made (in Catalan) to tell you what the next stop will be.

Red arrows at the end of each carriage light up to show you which side of the train the doors will open so you can prepare to get off at your stop.

Barcelona Airport Metro Tickets

The journey to the airport is not included in standard single metro tickets for use on the L9 metro so you will need to buy a special Single Airport ticket (Bitllet aeroport).  However, one return journey to/from the airport is included in a T-dia metro ticket, or your Hola Barcelona card.

Alternatively, you can use the other tickets such as the T-casual to board the R2 train from Clot, Passeig de Gracia or Sants train stations to the airport at no extra charge.

>>Click here to read more about how to get from Barcelona airport to the city centre .

Barcelona Metro Hours of Operation

The Barcelona metro opens every day at 5.00 am. The metro closes at different times, depending on the day of the week and public holidays.  The last trains leave the terminal station at each end of every metro line at the indicated end time.  The timetable is as follows:

• Weekdays (Monday to Thursday) : until midnight.
• Fridays and eves of public holidays : until 2.00 am.
• Saturdays : continuous service all night.
• Sundays and mid-week holidays : until midnight.
• 23 June (Midsummer Eve) : continuous service all night.
• 24 December : until 11.00 pm.

There are a few metro stations which have different opening hours, but they aren’t commonly used by tourists.  In case you need them, those are L9 Sud stations Parc Logístic, Mercabarna and Mas Blau and L10 Sud stations ZAL, Riu Vell, Ecoparc and Port Comercial, and La Factoria.  These stations operate Monday to Sunday from 5.00 am to midnight and on 24 December until 11.00 pm.

The Frequency of Metro Trains in Barcelona

Barcelona metro trains run every few minutes all throughout the day.  The exact frequency varies depending on the line and the time of day, which could be anything every 3 minutes to up to every 10 minutes at quiet times on the less-frequented lines.

Validating Tickets

Once you have bought your metro ticket you must validate it before entering the metro platform. Look for the ticket barriers and follow the green arrow on the front directing you to the correct side to walk through.

Scan your T-mobilitat or transport card on the pale blue square reader on the top of the ticket barrier and the gate will open for you to walk through.  Don’t wait too long before you walk through, they close automatically!

The small information screen near the scanner will tell you how many journeys you have left on your T-Casual or other multi-journey card.  Once it reaches 0 journeys left you’ll need to top it up before you can take another trip.

For the old-style disposable metro tickets, your ticket will be stamped and spat out on top of the barrier for you to collect before you go through.  Make sure to keep your ticket throughout your journey, as you may be required to show it during inspections.

Each time you use a T-Casual ticket, the machine will stamp on the back of the card so you can see how many journeys you have used, and how many you have left before you need to buy a new ticket.  The last number on the row shows how many journeys you have used.

“ Titol Esgotat ” means you have no more journies left and you’ll need to buy a new ticket for your next journey.

How to reach Barcelona’s Main Attractions by Metro

Barcelona’s metro system will take you wherever you need to go, as long as you know which station you need to get off at.  Google Maps is useful for finding suggested routes, but you can just as easily use the Barcelona metro map to figure out how to get there.

The Tmb website also has a journey planner available online here and through their app.

For easy reference, these are some of the most popular attractions in Barcelona and the metro stations & lines you need to get there:

• Plaça Catalunya – L1 and L3, Plaça Catalunya
• La Rambla – L1 and L3, Plaça Catalunya, also L3 Liceu and Drassanes
• La Sagrada Familia – L2 and L5, Sagrada Familia
• Camp Nou – L3 Palau Reial and L5 Collblanc
• Park Güell – L3 Lesseps
• Casa Batlló – L3, L2, and L4 Passeig de Gràcia
• Picasso Museum – L4 Jaume I
• The Magic Fountain – L1 and L3, Espanya
• Sants Train Station – L3 and L4 Sants Estació
• Barcelona Airport – L9 Aeroport T1 or Aeroport T2 (or train R2 to the Airport)

More Tips for Using the Metro in Barcelona

Avoid rush hour.

Keep in mind that metro lines can get very crowded during peak hours as commuters cram onto the trains, so plan your travel accordingly.  Avoid the peak times around 8.30am – 9.30am and 4.30pm to 5.30pm if you can!

Beware of Pickpockets

Pickpockets are notorious in Barcelona, and many operate on the metro and in the stations.  Be especially careful of your belongings when it is busy.  A pickpocket can grab your phone or wallet as they brush past you, so make sure you keep your valuables safely hidden away.  Use a  theft-proof backpack and consider getting some hidden-pocket clothing to keep your belongings safe.

Claire Sturzaker

I'm Claire and I love Barcelona! I first came to Barcelona as a student almost 20 years ago, and adore this city. I want to share all of my insider tips to help you to enjoy Barcelona as much as I do. If you want to visit Barcelona and have an amazing time – you are in the right place!

Barcelona Lowdown

Barcelona Metro Guide: Timetables, Maps, Tickets & More

The Barcelona metro is modern, efficient and easy to use. Trains run frequently throughout the day, and you seldom have to wait more than a few minutes.

This article contains all the information you need to help you get around the city, including maps, timetables, tickets and more.

Barcelona Metro lines and maps

Route planning.

• Timetable and opening times
• Transport zones

Tickets and travel passes

Travelling by metro, help and assistance.

• Wheelchair access

Barcelona airport metro

Barcelona metro faqs.

Barcelona’s metro system comprises 161 stations connected by ten lines which cover the entire city. The metro is linked to the railway network and there are metro stations at both terminals of Barcelona airport.

There are maps at the entrance to all metro stations as well as in the vestibules, on the platforms and inside the trains.

The map is colour coded, and the colours also appear on signs within the stations and on the platforms. In this article, and throughout the website, I refer to both colours and line numbers.

Download a free PDF map of Barcelona metro here >>

Over the years, I’ve tried several different apps and websites and prefer Moovit , which is available for Android and iOS.

Alternatively, there’s a route finder on the TMB website . Google maps also works well in Barcelona.

Barcelona Metro timetable & opening times

Departures vary throughout the day, at most times trains depart every five minutes.

* The night before public holidays, the metro often runs through the night.

If you are at a stop further along the line, the last train may depart ten or even twenty minutes later.

Barcelona metro zones

Barcelona’s public transport system is organised into six zones. The city of Barcelona and the entire metro system are within zone one.

Zones two to six cover surrounding towns and cities and extend as far as Blanes, Vic, Manresa and Calafell.

If you are visiting towns outside Barcelona, check out this article about Barcelona travel zones .

There are a lot of different tickets and travel cards available for the Barcelona metro. In this post, we take a look at the most suitable ones for tourists and people visiting for a few days.

Single metro ticket

Single metro tickets currently cost €2.40 are valid for one journey.

Single tickets allow you to transfer between different metro lines as part of the same journey, as long as you don’t leave the station or pass through the ticket barriers.

If you leave the station and re-enter, you will have to purchase another ticket. Single metro tickets don’t allow you to transfer to other modes of transport (tram, bus, train etc.)

Single airport metro ticket

The airport metro costs €5.15 each way. If you mistakenly arrive at the airport metro station with a standard single metro ticket, you will have to purchase an additional ticket to leave the station.

Hola Barcelona travel card

The Hola Barcelona travel card is aimed at tourists and offers unlimited travel on the Barcelona metro, including the airport metro.

It also covers TMB buses, tram, the Monjuïc funicular railway and commuter trains operated by RENE and the FGC within zone 1.

Four different cards are available valid for 48, 72, 96 and 120 hours from their first use.

Find out more and purchase your Hola Barcelona card here >>

The T-día allows unlimited journeys on the ATM integrated transport system for 24 hours from its first use. It can be used to travel on the metro, including the airport metro, commuter trains (operated by RENFE and FGC), trams, and TMB buses.

Unlike the Hola Barcelona Card, which only covers zone 1, the T-día can cover from one to six zones, and the price varies accordingly. A 1 zone T-día costs €10.50.

The T-casual is valid for ten journeys and allows you to transfer between different modes of transport within one trip. A 1 zone T-casual costs €11.35.

The T-casual be used to travel on the metro, commuter trains (operated by RENFE and FGC), trams, and TMB buses but is NOT valid for the airport metro.

Unlike the other transport passes mentioned here, the T-familiar can be shared by up to eight people travelling at the same time.

The T-familiar is valid for eight journeys and allows you to transfer between different modes of transport within one trip. A 1 zone T-casual costs €10.00.

It can be used to travel on the metro, commuter trains (operated by RENFE and FGC), trams, and ATM buses. The T-familiar is NOT valid for use on the airport metro.

Discount Cards and Sightseeing Passes

There are several different sightseeing and city passes available in Barcelona, some of which include free public transport.

If you are thinking of purchasing a travelcard or sightseeing pass, I recommend you read this post >>

Metro stations

All of Barcelona’s 161 metro stations are located underground, a few of them are connected to train stations. At street level, the stations are marked by signs with the familiar red and white “M” logo.

As you enter the station, a sign above the door indicates the stop’s name and which metro line(s) stop there. Most stations have two or more entrances, usually with steps down to the vestibule and escalators back up to street level.

Outside the station there is also a map of the metro system and, at most stations, one of the entrances will have a glass elevator down to the vestibule.

Once inside the metro station, they are all laid out similarly, although some are larger than others. Entering the station from street level, there is a hall with ticket vending machines, maps of the metro system and ticket barriers giving access to the trains.

How to purchase metro tickets

Ticket machines at the station accept cash (coins and notes) and cards. At a few of the larger stations, there are also ticket offices staffed by TMB personnel.

The ticket machines accept most European credit and debit cards (Visa and Mastercard), but I’ve been told that some non-EU credit cards don’t work. If your card doesn’t have a chip and a four-digit PIN code, you won’t be able to use it to purchase tickets from the machines.

Tickets can also be purchased via the TMB app , from some tobacconists and online.

Ticket barriers

Access to the trains is through a row of automatic ticket barriers similar to those shown in the photo above.

To open the barrier you insert your ticket into the slot at the front of the barrier, it then passes through the machine where it is checked, validated and stamped before exiting through the slot at the top of the barrier.

As you remove the ticket from the top of the barrier, the glass gates slide open to let you through. A green LED arrow below the slot where you inserted the ticket indicates which gate will open. Red crosses mark the gates which are being used to exit the station. A few stations still have the older style metal turnstiles.

One of the barriers is adapted for people using wheelchairs or with pushchairs, as shown in the photo. Next to that, there is a metal gate which can be opened by station staff if needed.

Ticket inspectors patrol the stations and on the trains checking tickets. The fine for travelling without a valid ticket is currently €100.

Locating the correct platform

Once through the ticket barriers, there are stairs and lifts down to the metro lines. Colour coded signs guide you to the right platform.

In most stations, each platform serves one line travelling in just one direction. A sign at the top of the stairs shows which stations the train will stop after departing the current station.

Once on the platform, you’ll see a long sign which runs along the entire length of the platform. Located on the wall, just above head height, the sign includes the station’s name and a plan of the line.

The plan of the line is divided into two sections. The section which is marked in white represents the stations where the train has already stopped. The coloured section shows the stations which the train will stop at after leaving the current station. There are also arrows indicating the direction of travel.

Next train signs

Illuminated signs above the platform display the time remaining before the next train will arrive, its destination and the current time.

Boarding and alighting the trains

Upon arrival at the station, on some lines, the train’s doors open automatically. You should let passengers alight from the train before boarding.

On the lines where the train doors don’t open automatically, there are buttons or levers on the doors to open them manually. Please wait until the button is illuminated (indicating that it has been activated) before pressing the button to open the doors.

At peak times, the metro can get very busy. Generally speaking, carriages towards the middle of the trains tend to be less crowded since, in most stations, the stairs down from the vestibules are at the end of the platform.

Exit signs & street maps

Once inside the train, you’ll see red arrows at each end of the carriage which light up to show which side of the train you will be able to exit at the next station. If the train doors don’t open automatically, there are buttons or levers on the doors to open them manually.

As you alight from the train, look at the sign that runs the platform’s length to see where the nearest exit is located. Exits are marked by the word Sortida (Exit in Catalan). If there is more than one exit available, the corresponding streets’ names will also be indicated.

There are street maps on the platforms and in the vestibule to help you get your bearings and decide which exit is nearest to your destination. When leaving the station, the ticket barriers open automatically; you don’t need to insert your ticket again.

There are information points located on all platforms with metro maps, street maps and an intercom that can be used to speak with station staff.

Wheelchair access & mobility scooters

Currently, 147 of Barcelona’s 161 metro stations are accessible to wheelchair users.

In most cases, there is a lift up to the vestibule from one end of the platform. In metro stations with platforms on both sides of the train, there may only be a lift on one of the platforms.

At stations which have been adapted for wheelchair users, there will be at least one lift between street level and the vestibule.

List of metro stations which haven’t been adapted yet

The airport metro is currently the only metro line in Barcelona with crewless trains. There are stations at both terminals of Barcelona airport, and trains depart approximately every five minutes.

The L9 sud (orange line) runs from Barcelona airport to the University of Barcelona campus in the Les Corts district. It has 15 stops: Airport T1, Airport T2, Mas Blau, Parc Nou, Cèntric, El Prat Estació, Les Moreres, Mercabarna, Parc Logístic, Fira, Europa-Fira, Can Tries-Gornal, Torrassa, Collblanc, Zona Universitaria.

To get to the city centre, you have to change lines either at Torrassa or Collblanc . Depending on where you are staying in the city, you can expect the journey to take approximately 45 minutes.

The airport metro currently costs €5.15 each way.

If you plan to use the metro to travel from and to the airport, you should consider purchasing a Hola Barcelona Travel Card , which gives unlimited travel on the metro.

There’s more information about transferring to and from Barcelona airport in this post >>

Does Barcelona metro run 24 hours a day?

Barcelona metro runs all night from Saturday to Sunday and during some public holidays. On Friday nights, it runs until 2 am. On weekdays and Sundays, the metro runs until midnight and then opens again at 5 am.

Does it matter which entrance I use when entering a metro station?

In most metro stations, it doesn’t matter which entrance you use. Once underground, the main hallway gives access to all platforms.

The only exception is Liceu which is on the L3 (green line). The Liceu metro stop has two entrances, one for each platform. The only way to change between platforms is by leaving the station and returning to street level.

Before going through the ticket barriers at this station, you should check the signs to ensure that you are entering the correct part of the station.

Can I take the metro up to Montjuïc?

The Montjuïc funicular railway connects to the metro system at the Paral·lel metro stop on the L3, green line. Signs and pictograms in the station direct you to the funicular.

If you visit the MNAC , Magic Fountain, Poble Espanyol, Palau de Sant Jordi or the Miró Foundation , it’s best to take the L3 (green line) or L1 (red line) to Espanya. From here you can either walk or catch bus number 150. Bus number 150 also stops at Montjuïc castle and the upper funicular station.

Can you use a metro ticket on the bus in Barcelona?

Single metro tickets can not be used to travel on buses in Barcelona. However, numerous travel passes do allow you to transfer between metro, bus, tram and commuter trains as part of the same journey. For example, the Hola Barcelona travel card offers unlimited travel on the metro, tram, commuter trains and TMB buses (except the night bus).

Does the ticket for the Aerobus include the metro?

The Aerobus is run by an independent company and isn’t part of the ATM system. When transferring from the Aerobus to the metro, you have to purchase separate tickets, one from the Aerobus and another for the metro.

Does the airport metro ticket allow me to transfer to another line?

If you purchase a ticket for the airport metro, as long as you don’t go out through the ticket barriers, you can transfer to another metro line as part of the same journey.

Is the metro safe in Barcelona

Barcelona is a very safe city, but unfortunately, like many other large European cities, it does have a problem with pickpockets in crowded public places. When travelling on the metro, you should take care of your belongings and be aware of what’s going on around you.

Is the Barcelona metro easy to use?

The Barcelona metro is very easy to use, the stations are well signposted, and there are separate platforms for each line, making it unlikely that you will get on the wrong train.

Are there child fares for the Barcelona metro?

There aren’t child fares on the Barcelona metro, and children aged four years and upwards pay full fare.

Children under four travel free of charge and don’t need a ticket.

The T-Jove is a travel pass for young people (under 25), which is valid for three months, but it’s quite expensive and isn’t usually worth buying for short stays.

Can you take dogs and cats on the Barcelona Metro?

Dogs and cats are allowed to travel on the metro in Barcelona, although there are some limitations. Cats must be transported in a cat carrier. Dogs which have been chipped may travel on the metro except for peak times; Mon – Fri, 07:00 – 09:30 & 17:00 – 19:00.

When travelling on the metro, dogs must be kept on a leash and wear a muzzle. Dogs must be supervised by an adult (one adult per dog) and cannot use the escalators. Dogs may not occupy a seat and should not obstruct the doors.

Guide dogs are exempt from the above restrictions and may travel on the metro at any time.

Can you transport bicycles on the metro in Barcelona?

Bicycles may be taken on the metro except for peak times; Mon – Fri, 07:00 – 09:30 & 17:00 – 20:30. During July and August, bikes can be transported at any time.

Folding bikes are exempt from these restrictions and may be transported on the metro at any time as long as they are folded up and don’t cause an obstruction or inconvenience, other travellers.

Are skateboards and scooters/electric scooters allowed on the metro?

You cannot use skateboards or scooters in the metro, neither in the trains nor on the metro premises (platforms, passageways etc.).

However, you may transport skateboards and scooters on the metro as long as they don’t cause an obstruction or inconvenience, other passengers.

Electric scooters are currently banned from public transport in Barcelona

In January of 2023, it was announced that electric scooters will temporarily be banned from all forms of public transport in Barcelona. The ban will take effect from February 1st until the 31st of August 2023. Apparently, the ban is due to the fact that there have been fires on trains caused by electric scooters with faulty batteries.

As always, if you have any questions or think I’ve missed anything, please leave a comment below.

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Hi Richard, I was mailing you earlier. Can you tell me if the Aerport to Mataro and back is covered by the 3-zone T-familiar ticket. Or do we need another ticket for aerport to city, then use the 3-zone T-familiar for the city to Mataro run. We will enjoy walking thru the city so wont need a zone 1.

Yes, from Barcelona Airport to Mataró by train using the route I described in my reply to your other comment is covered by the 3-zone T-familiar and counts as one journey (of the 8 on the ticket).

If you are arriving at terminal one you should use the free shuttle bus and not the airport metro to transfer to terminal 2 (where the train station is located) because the T-familiar is not valid for travel on the metro from the airport. The location of the shuttle bus stop is described in this post .

If you take the metro from terminal 1 to terminal 2 then you would have to purchase an additional ticket for the metro and, although it might save you a few minutes when compared with the shuttle bus, I don’t think it’s really worth it.

There are other combinations that you can make by taking either the airport metro or the bus to Plaça de Catalunya and then catching the train or bus from there to Mataró but they all work out more expensive and aren’t any quicker.

There is also a direct bus from the airport to Mataró but, at this time of year, there are only two departures per day and they don’t combine well with your flight.

Hello, thank you for this informative site. I’m having some trouble understanding. Could you please suggest which TMB ticket would be the best to purchase if I live in Xior Diagnol Besos and study at the University of Barcelona Business school? I FIGURED my best option must be the T-Usual. Is that correct? How many zones do I purchase for?

Thank you for your help!

Hi Rss sid,

It depends on how old you are and how long you will be staying in Barcelona. If you are under 25 and are staying for a few months, the 90-day T-Jove would be the cheapest option. If not then, as you say, the T-Usual would also be good value since it works out a little cheaper than the T-casual.

The Xior Student Housing Residence in Besos and the Pedralbes campus are both within zone 1 so, assuming that you only want to travel between these two sites and into the city centre, then you will only need a 1 zone travel card.

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Barcelona Metro

Discover everything about the Barcelona Metro , one of the most practical means of transport to discover the capital of Catalonia. Find out about its lines, timetables and fares.

The Barcelona Metro is the fastest and cheapest way to get around the city . The vast network is made up of 180 stations and 12 lines that cover 90 miles (146 km) and run mostly in the city center but also in the suburbs, with stops in the city's top attractions . 

Curious facts about the Metro

The subway in Barcelona was founded in 1920 and in just four years the first section was inaugurated. The first stretch connected Plaça Catalunya with Plaça de Lesseps.

Since then, the Barcelona Metro has continued to grow throughout the years and is to this day 90 miles (146 km) long. It is currently run by two different operators.

The Barcelona Metro is slightly different compared to other subway systems since it has three disparate types of tracks, all of which have a specific width . The difference is unnoticeable for the Barcelona Metro customers.

In December 2009, the Barcelona Metro became the first electrified railway network in Spain with automatic trains on all its lines.

Barcelona Metro Operating Hours

The metro in Barcelona operates from 5 am to midnight from Monday to Thursday.

On Friday the subway opens until 2 am and on Saturday and other public holidays, the metro is open 24 hours a day.

There are various types of public transport tickets and travel cards , depending on the time you spend in Barcelona and how often you plan to use the city’s transportation system. In the following link, you will find useful information on the several types of tickets, so you can pick your card correctly depending on your needs:

• Barcelona tickets and travel cards.

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Getting Around Barcelona: Guide to Public Transportation

How to use the metro, buses, commuter trains, and more

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As Spain's second-largest city after Madrid , Barcelona teems with no shortage of things to see and do. Getting from one place to the other in a city this size can seem challenging to first-time visitors. Throw in the unfamiliar Catalan place names, and things are seemingly complicated even further.

But although it seems complicated at first, Barcelona's public transportation system is a cheap, easy and efficient way to get around town. It's a much better option than renting a car, and although the city is quite walkable, sometimes catching the metro or a bus can save you valuable time.

How to Ride the Barcelona Metro

Here in Barcelona, the most popular way to get around town is via metro .

Operated by TMB (Transports Metropolitans de Barcelona), locals tend to prefer the metro for its easy-to-use system, low fares, and frequency of trains.

Metro stations are usually indicated by red and white signs bearing an M. Once inside the station, purchase a ticket from the electronic machines (instructions are available in Catalan, Spanish, English and French), and use it to pass through the turnstiles.

Barcelona Metro Fast Facts :

• Cost : €2.40 for a single ticket. €11.35 for a 10-journey pass, known as a T-Casual card (allows rides on all public transportation in Barcelona)
• How to pay : Cash or card at the ticketing machines
• Hours of operation : Monday–Sunday 5 a.m.–midnight
• Transfer information : At the transfer station, follow the signs indicating where to board the train for your final destination. Once you arrive, exit the station as normal.
• Accessibility : As of October 2020, only 14 of Barcelona's 159 metro stations have not yet been adapted for users of reduced mobility. Steps are being taken to make all stations accessible as soon as possible.

Start planning your journey using the Barcelona metro system's online route planner .

Riding the TMB Bus

Buses in Barcelona are another easy way of getting around town, with the added bonus of getting to see the city pass by as you ride. TMB, the same company that runs the Metro, also operates the bus system.

Bus stops in Barcelona are either shelters or poles displaying the numbers of the bus lines that stop there. As your bus approaches, wave to the driver to indicate that you'd like to board.

Once on the bus, be sure to validate your travel pass (such as the T-Casual card) if you have one; if not, you can buy a ticket from the driver for €2.20. The largest bill accepted is 10 euros.

When your stop is approaching, press the red button to signal the driver. Exit the bus through the rear doors.

Check the TMB website for full information about how to take the bus, including operating hours .

The Rodalies Commuter Rail

Rodalies is the suburban train network throughout Catalonia. Its stations are identified by a white R against an orange background. This is an especially great transport option for taking day trips from Barcelona .

Information about the trains, including schedules and routes, is available on the Rodalies website .

Barcelona's Tram System

The tram network in Barcelona is not very extensive at this point, but it's a great way to explore beyond the city center. There are six tram lines and nearly 30 kilometers of track. Visit the Barcelona tram website to learn more.

Getting To and From El Prat Airport

• Metro : The L9 Sud line stops at both terminals. Tickets cost €4.60.
• Aerobús : Connects both terminals with Plaça Catalunya. Tickets cost €5.90.
• Train : The L2 train currently only stops at Terminal 2, though plans are in place to add a stop at Terminal 1 as well. It's accessible in Barcelona proper at the Passeig de Gràcia, Sants, and França stations. Pricing information can be found on the Rodalies website .

Taxis in Barcelona

Official Barcelona taxis are painted black with yellow doors. They can be found at taxi ranks all over town, or you can call one at +34 933 033 033.

Renting a Car

While renting a vehicle can be a great way to explore further-afield parts of Catalonia, it's not really an ideal way to get around Barcelona. The sheer number of people and vehicles in the city can make it difficult to get around, other drivers seemingly treat traffic laws as mere guidelines, and finding a decent, centrally located parking spot (that's not in an expensive garage) is next to impossible. Our advice: save yourself the money and frustration.

Bike Sharing in Barcelona

Bicing , Barcelona's bike-sharing program, has become a popular method of public transportation in the Catalan capital.

With more than 6,000 mechanical bikes and 800 electric bikes available to rent, it's a quick and efficient way to get around town. It's also easily integrated with other modes of public transportation in Barcelona, with docking stations conveniently located near metro stations and bus stops.

Tips for Getting Around Barcelona

• Barcelona is a generally safe city, but petty crime such as pickpocketing is common on public transportation. Watch your belongings and be aware of your surroundings at all times, especially on crowded metros and buses.
• Always keep small bills and coins on you in order to pay for public transportation. Oftentimes drivers won't be able to give change for large bills, and ticketing machines won't accept them, either.
• Walking can be an extremely rewarding and enjoyable way to see the city. Barcelona is incredibly pedestrian-friendly, and most of its major sights are concentrated into one area that's easy to navigate on foot.
• As in any major city, public transportation in Barcelona can get very crowded during both the morning and evening rush hours. Plan accordingly or consider an alternative method if you're on a tight schedule.
• If you're visiting in the summer, you'll likely want to check out one of the famous Barcelona beaches . But don't limit yourself to crowded Barceloneta just because it's close to the city center. Instead, hop on public transportation and head further afield—you'll likely have a much more pleasant experience, and find yourself surrounded by locals rather than tourists.

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Barcelona Metro : map, stations, pass, tickets, fares..

Barcelona metro.

To visit Barcelona , it is important to have a little knowledge of the lines, map, hours, and fares of the metro in Barcelona. This is the purpose of this page. Make it easier for you to travel during your stay, to get to all the tourist attractions in the city without asking too many questions, and even buy a ticket in advance for your trips.

Tips: You want to find a hotel close to a metro station . We have selected the hotels closest to the main metro stations in the Catalan capital. 

The Hola Transport Card is an ideal card to enjoy all of Barcelona's public transport: Metro, Bus, Tram... Unlimited journeys from 48 hours. On the spot, your card is waiting for you at any Barcelona Metro station.

Buy online the Hola Barcelona Public Transport Card!

New BCN Pass 2024 >> Hola card + Sagrada Família + Park Güell

The Barcelona metro is pleasant to use because it is clean, fast, economical and of course air-conditioned, which is more than enjoyable in summer!

• It is composed of 8 lines: L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, L9, L10, L11 managed by the company TMB (Transports Metropolitans de Barcelona).
• And 4 lines L6, L7, L8, and L12 belong to the FGC (Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat de Catalunya).

You can travel on its 12 lines with a standard metro ticket and also enjoy the Barcelona bus network.

TMB and FGC are the two logos you will look for in the street to find the entrance of a station.

Barcelona Metro Map

To facilitate your journey, you can click on the link below to download the official map of the Barcelona metro, it is a PDF, so you can print it and bring it with you. Good to know, you can also obtain it for free in the Tourist Office of EL Prat airport as in all metro stations.

• Barcelona Metro Map PDF

Barcelona Metro Hours

Normal Hours

• Monday to Thursday from 5 am to midnight.
• Friday from 5 am to 2 am
• Saturday from 5 am until Sunday morning without interruption
• Sunday from 00h to 24h

During public holidays

• Holidays: from 5 am to midnight
• Holiday eve: from 5 am to 2 am
• December 31, June 23, August 14, and September 24: from 5 am then all night without interruption
• 24 December: from 5 am to 11 pm
• December 25: from 5 am to 2 am

Barcelona Metro Zones

All stops in Barcelona's metro network are in zone 1. This means that with a classic metro ticket or with your Hola Bcn or Barcelona Card tourist passes, you can reach any metro station in town.

One exception with the standard ticket: from the airport, you must buy a special ticket which costs 5.50€ to reach the centre or return to the airport.

You can visit the following page if you wish to reach the city centre from Barcelona Airport with the Line L9S .

The frequency of metro trains in Barcelona

• During the day, the metro usually passes every 2 to 4 minutes.
• While at night, the passages are less frequent, you can wait up to 10 minutes.

Barcelona Metro tickets prices

• A metro ticket or any public transport card is valid for any journey by metro, bus, tram or ferrocarril.
• You can buy individual tickets at the ticket machines. The Barcelona metro ticket price is 2.55 euros.
• You can also buy a  T-Casual card which allows you to make ten trips on all lines of the network for a price of 12.15 euros .
• Be careful, though! Neither of these two solutions is valid for taking the metro to and from the airport.  In this case, you must buy an airport metro ticket for  5.50 euros .
• Football fans, on FC Barcelona match days, there is a special ticket for you to use the buses that serve the Camp Nou stadium : the ticket costs 3.10 euros.
• Children up to 3 years do not pay in the Barcelona network - Children from 4 years pay the full fare.
• A ticket is valid for 75 minutes (an hour and a quarter), during which time you can make as many line changes as you like without leaving the metro.
• Barcelona's metro is very secure and guarded. There's no point trying to travel without a ticket. It is unlikely that you will escape control in this case.

The different types of metro tickets in Barcelona

There are different types of tickets for the Barcelona metro that will suit your needs during your stay in the Catalan capital.

Here is a selection of the most commonly used tickets:

Single ticket This is the classic metro ticket: one ticket, one journey!

T-casual card Is an individual travel card that allows you to make 10 journeys on the entire Barcelona Metro and Bus network.

T-usual card Is a monthly pass that allows unlimited travel for one month for all the operators of the integrated tariff system. This card is personal (individual).

T-grup card As the name suggests, this card is designed for groups. It allows 70 journeys over 30 days on the entire Barcelona public transport network.

T-familiar card Like the T-grup card, the T-familiar card allows several people to travel together on a single card. It allows 8 journeys in 30 consecutive days from the first validation, on all operators.

T-jove card For those under 25, the T-jove card offers unlimited travel for 90 days on all operators of the Barcelona transport system.

How to reach Barcelona's main monuments by metro?

Which subway for the Sagrada Familia?

To get to Barcelona's Sagrada Familia by underground you can use two lines L2 and L5. The station is called without surprise Sagrada Familia.

Line L2 - Violet  - is very practical because it passes not far from the Plaça de Catalunya with the Passeig de Gràcia station - that is to say the centre of Barcelona.

Line L5 - Blue- crosses the city from east to west. Passing to the center and the eixample. De Passeig de Gràcia is three stations from the Sagrada Familia

Which metro for Camp Nou?

To get to the FC Barcelona Stadium known as Camp Nou by metro you can use metro lines L3 and L5.

Line L3 -Green- very practical because it passes through the centre of Barcelona and therefore the most visited places. The two resorts closest to Camp Nou are Palau Reial and  Les Corts .

Line L5 - Blue - crosses it we have all the city, it is necessary to choose the stations CollBlanc or Badall and to make a small walk of about ten minutes. The nearest station to Camp Nou is CollBlanc.

Which metro for Casa Milà - La Pedrera by Antoni Gaudí? To visit Casa Milà the nearest metro lines are L3(green) and L5 (blue). The two lines L3  and L5, stop at the Diagonal station which is the closest to Casa Mila from where you only have 200 meters left to walk.

Which metro for Antoni Gaudí's Casa Batlló? The metro stations to go to Casa Batlló are lines L2 (violet), L3 (green), and L4 (yellow). These three lines pass through the Passeig de Gràcia station which will be your stop. From there are two blocks to go up to discover the Casa Batlló.

Which metro for Picasso Museum? The Picasso Museum of Barcelona is located on Montcada Street 15-23. The entrance is at N°17. The nearest metro station is Jaume I on line 4 . All you have to do is get off at Carrer de la Princesa in front of the metro and then turn right to find Montcada.

Which metro for Barcelona airport? Barcelona airport is known as Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat. The L9S (orange) line connects the two Barcelona airport terminals T1 and T2 to the rest of the city's public transport network. To get from the airport to Plaza Catalunya (city centre), change at Torrassa to the L1 line (red). Changing at Collblanc, the L5 (blue) line takes you to the Sagrada Família.

Barcelona metro pass: A simple option to get around Barcelona by metro

The Hola Transport Card or the Barcelona Card are two serious options to consider for your transport needs as they offer an unlimited number of trips by metro, especially to and from Barcelona airport. More explanations on the two pages in question. advantages.

Good tips :  Hop on Hop Off Barcelona is a good alternative to discover the city if you prefer to be outdoors and enjoy the sunshine of Barcelona!

The " Barcelona City Pass " is a fantastic package that combines priority access to the Sagrada Familia, Park Güell, and a ticket for the official Barcelona city Hop-On Hop-Off tourist bus. Book it Now!

How do I buy a metro ticket in Barcelona?

All metro stations in Barcelona have metro ticket vending machines and multi-trip cards. Metro tickets are also valid for buses. However, only some bus stations have ticket distributors: Mitre / Prat de la Riba, Diagonal / Muntaner, Gran Via / Pau Claris, Diagonal / Francesc Macià and Pg Zona Franca / Foneria.

Buying your Barcelona metro ticket with an ATM is very simple and intuitive by following these few steps:

• Select the language in which you want the messages to appear (Catalan by default, Spanish, English, or French).
• Choose the type of ticket you wish to purchase. The most common types of tickets are already displayed on the screen. Click on the "Others" option to discover all the other types of tickets and passes.
• Choose the number of tickets using the plus and minus signs on the left of the screen.
• Pay for your purchase: the machine now displays the total cost of your order. The payment systems are also activated. You can pay in Euro with coins, banknotes, or with payment cards. If you pay by credit card, the cash dispenser will issue you with a purchase receipt. For other payment methods, the receipt is only issued if you request it by clicking on the "Payment receipt" button.

Barcelona metro stations, lines, stops, changes and connections.

LINE L1  - Red

The red line crosses the whole city from east to west and stops at many tourist places such as the Arc de Triomf (Parc de la Ciutadella), Plaça Catalunya, and Plaça d'Espanya.

Its main connections are with the yellow line at metro station Urquinaona, the green line at Plaça d'Espanya, the purple line at Plaça Universitat or Clot, and the blue line at Sagrera-Meridiana or Plaça de Sants.

LINE L2 - Violet

The purple line connects Badalona to Parallel. The main points of interest in this line are the Sagrada Familia, Passeig de Gracia, and Sant Antoni in the Raval. Its main connections are with the yellow L4 line and the green L3 at metro station Passeig de Gracia, the blue L5 at Sagrada Familia, and the red L1 at Plaça Universitat or Clot.

LINE L3- Green

This line has 3 stops on the Rambla (Plaça Catalunya, Liceu, Drassanes) then continues north to Passeig de Gracia and Diagonal, while on the other side continues to Plaça d'Espanya via the Poble Sec and Parallèle. This metro also has stops near Park Güell (Vallcarca), Camp Nou (Les Corts), and Parc du Labyrinthe de Horta (Mundet). Its main connections: with the blue L5 line at Diagonal, the red L1 at Plaça Catalunya and Plaça Espanya, the yellow L4 at Passeig de Gracia, and the violet L2 at Parallel and Passeig de Gracia.

LINE L4 - Yellow

It connects the fashionable district of Gracia, north of the city with the Passeig de Gracia, the square of the Gothic Cathedral then heads towards the main beaches, those of Barceloneta and the Olympic port. Its main connections are with the red L1 on Plaça Urquinaona, with the violet L2 in Passeig de Gracia, with the green L3 in Passeig de Gracia, with the blue L5 in Verdaguer.

LINE L5 - Blue

It's a line to the business districts. It is however useful to join the station of Sants, Badal (for those who visit Camp Nou) and the Sagrada Familia. Its main connections are with the green line L3 to Diagonal, the yellow L4 to Verdaguer, the purple L2 to Sagrada Familia.

LINE L9S - Orange

It connects the two terminals T1 and T2 of Prat airport with the other lines going towards the centre. It's the newest in the Barcelona network. These main connections are with the orange line, the red line at metro station Torrassa, the blue line at Collblanc, and with the green line at the university zone.

The other lines are less interesting for you to discover, as they are quite far from the tourist attractions of the city.

Accessibility and reduced mobility

Barcelona's metro is constantly improving its accessibility for people with reduced mobility. Since 2012, for example, a relief map of the metropolitan network and a Braille metro guide are available at TMB information points. Sound and light devices have also been installed.

To date, more than 90% of Barcelona's metro network is accessible to people with reduced mobility. However, 15 stations out of a total of 156 stations are still undergoing adaptation work.

Stations not yet adapted : L1 : Plaça de Sants, Espanya, Urquinaona and Clot. L3 : Espanya and Vallcarca L4 : Maragall, Verdaguer, Urquinaona, Ciutadella-Vila Olímpica, and Jaume I (project in progress). L5 : Virrei Amat, Maragall, Verdaguer and Plaça de Sants.

Connections between lines to be adapted: Catalunya L1/Rodalies (commuter trains) - L3/FGC (the connection between L1 or Rodalies at L3 and FGC is not accessible in both directions). Passeig de Gràcia L2/L4 - L3/Rodalies (suburban trains) /Renfe (mainline trains). (The connection between L2 and L4 to L3 and Rodalies/Renfe is not accessible in both directions).

Getting around Barcelona

Our passes and tickets to get around Barcelona as easily and cheaply as possible.

Transport Pass

Aerobus + unlimited public transportation.

Ideal for your stay "Transport Pass" includes both the transfer by Aerobus to and from the airport and the Hola Card which gives unlimited access for 48, 72, 96, or 120 hours to public transport: metro, bus (TMB), urban trains (FGC, Zone 1), TRAM, regional trains..

Hola Transport Card

Unlimited access to public transport.

Enjoy unlimited access from 48 to 120 hours to Barcelona's public transport: Metro, bus (TMB), urban railway (FGC, Zone 1), Montjuïc funicular, tram (TRAM), regional railway (Rodalies de Cataluny) + 1 round trip from the airport to the city center. Only excluding NitBus, Aerobus & hop-on hop-off.

Aerobus Tickets

Transfers from airport to centre and back.

The Aerobus is a shuttle bus that takes you from El Prat Airport to city centre in 35 minutes. One departure every 5 minutes. 365 days a year! Online tickets, tips and infos!

Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

Best city tour: one single ticket, 3 routes and 45 stops.

Discover city sightseeing at your own pace with our selection of Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour tickets. An extraordinary and economic way to make the first connection with main tourist attractions.

19 comments

How to get from barcelona sants station to sagrada - maria (24 jun 2023 - 11:22).

We will visit Barcelona for one day trip in July 18. We will arrive in Barcelona Sants Station. How we can proceed in Sagrada? Likewise, Is just using one way ticket metro okay?

Metro App - Andrew Reiber (13 May 2023 - 10:36)

Thank you so much. This app makes it easy for a foreigner to fully understand the Barcelona metro system. Your descriptions and tips saved my family a lot of money and made our trip to this wonderful city much more enjoyable.

Info - Ivana (1 Apr 2017 - 18:52)

Hola quería saber que línea de metro tengo que coger desde el aeropuerto hasta la clínica baranquer (oftamologia). Gracias

Trasporti - [email protected] (16 Jan 2013 - 10:00)

Come arrivo dall'aeroporto di Girona al l'hotel Turin?

TRAJET - PEPITO (15 Oct 2012 - 12:15)

Bonjour, Comment se rendre de l'aéroport de Barcelone à L’hôtel Acevi Villarroel? Merci d'avance,

comment s'y rendre? - Azhara (12 Oct 2012 - 09:00)

comment se rendre de l;aeroport de barcelone au centre ville :hotel Acta Antibes? quelle ligne de metro?? Merci

toni - toni (20 Sep 2012 - 17:15)

como llegar desde la estacion renfe de gava a plaza de las glorias

metro - debs (23 Aug 2012 - 12:15)

quelle ligne de metro prendre pour l hotel flor park ?

URGENT DEPLACEMENT - Aurelie (20 Jun 2012 - 10:30)

Comment se rendre de l aeroport de barcelone a calella de palafrugell ? merci d avance

desplazamiento aeropuerto-camp nou - matilde (4 Jun 2012 - 22:15)

hola,voy a barcelona y quisiera saber que lineas de metro tengo que coger desde el aeropuerto al camp nou,y posteriormente,del camp nou a la estacion del sant para coger el tren que va a salou para ir a port aventuras,gracias

oficinas de metro de barcelona - Sandra (21 May 2012 - 20:15)

Querria informacion, sobre la posibilidad de alquilar algun local, dentro del metro, quien es el que gestiona esto, y si se ha de pagar algun i mpuesto por tenerlo alli, gracias a quien me pueda contestar e indicarme adonde dirigirme

Transport aeoport à hôtel - [email protected] (21 Oct 2011 - 18:00)

Comment aller de l'aéroport El Prat Barcelone à l'hôtel Tryp Barcelona Apolo

transporte de aeropuerto - Gustavo (20 Oct 2011 - 09:45)

Alguien me sabe decir como llego del Aeropuerto T2 (BCN) al Hotel NH Sant Boi?

Trajet - [email protected] (12 Oct 2011 - 10:00)

Comment fais t on por aller de la gare de Sant a l aéroport.

Transport - [email protected] (22 Aug 2011 - 10:30)

Comment se rendre à l'hotel AC Hotel Barcelona Forum by Marriott Paseo Taulat, 278, Sant Martí, 08019 Barcelone depuis l'aéroport de Barcelona.

transport novotel sant cugat - celine monseur (24 Jul 2011 - 12:31)

Comment se rendre de l'aéroport el prat à notre hotel le " novotel sant cugat" ?

quien sabe.... - abel (8 Jun 2011 - 14:15)

quien sabe como llegar desde cornella centro hasta la estacion del norte....?muxas gracias al que conteste

OFTALMOLOGO - JARNI (24 May 2011 - 09:15)

Como llegar desde el aeropuerto hasta la clinica barraquer ( calle muntaner )

parada metro en el juzgado gran via de les corts catalanes - jesus (22 Feb 2011 - 13:30)

quiero saber que linea coger y como ir desde av diagonal 568 a gran via de les corts catalanes 111 que está el juzgado

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Barcelona Metro Timetables for 2021

Updated in 2021

Here you can find the times of Metro Barcelona�s first and last train services.

General schedules

Monday to Sunday: from 5AM to 12PM

Holidays and holiday eves from 5AM to 12PM

Special schedules

24th December: 5AM to 11PM

31th December: 5AM to 01AM

The Metro of Barcelona will be able to increase its services to cover various events organized during the year in the city. Find out about these extensions at the customer information desks located in the stations.

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Barcelona eye shock move for Liverpool star four years after failed transfer

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Liverpool star Darwin Nunez has reportedly emerged as a shock target for Barcelona with both clubs set for a big summer of change.

It is expected that there will be a huge clear out of players at Barcelona due to their salary cap being slashed to £174million by La Liga.

As a result, star player and top earner Robert Lewandowski, who pockets £27m-a-season, is likely to be sold.

Though he will turn 36 in August, the Poland captain is still considered one of the best strikers in the world, scoring 24 and assisting nine in 45 games this season, and it will be a tough task to replace him.

And according to The Sun , Barcelona have identified Nunez as a possible replacement, having come very close to signing the forward four years ago when he was at Almeria.

Though one of Liverpool’s best paid players, Nunez is currently on wages of around £7m which makes him an affordable target and the Spanish giants are hopeful a deal can be done.

It seems unlikely that the Reds will sell however, given that they only signed the Uruguay international from Benfica two years ago in a deal worth up to £85m – a club record.

The 24-year-old has a contract until 2028, and amid the Uruguayan’s surprising decision to remove all references of Liverpool from his Instagram account , some reports suggest the idea of playing for Barcelona is an appealing one to him.

But nothing can be ruled out, especially with Arne Slot set to take the reins from Jurgen Klopp at the end of the campaign, with Liverpool hoping to provide the new manager with a decent transfer budget.

As such, they may be inclined to make one big sale, and Nunez could be the ideal candidate if they receive the right offer and especially if the forward doesn’t fit into Slot’s plans.

Nunez has split opinion during his time at Anfield, with his tenacity and physical prowess praised, though he continues to miss huge chances which have cost his side dear in certain games.

He has so far recorded 33 goals and 17 assists in 93 appearances for the club, but has hit the woodwork nine times this season, nearly double more than any other Premier League player, and missed 26 big chances – behind only Erling Haaland.

Aside from Nunez, Liverpool could offload talisman Mohamed Salah should they receive another monster bid from the Saudi Pro League, but it is said that they don’t plan to do so even after the Egyptian King’s recent bust-up with Klopp .

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Holidaying in Spain this summer? You'll be banned from doing this beach essential

Can’t wait spend your summer holiday lounging in a pool? If you’re travelling to Spain this year, you might need to reconsider.

The Catalan region – which includes Barcelona – is currently facing drought , and local authorities are introducing extra measures to save water.

In Barcelona, beach showers are being shut off and swimming pools left empty as signs reading ‘Drought alert. During your stay, save water’ signs have appeared around the city.

As such, local residents are now restricted to 200 litres of water per day – the average 10-minute shower uses around 150 litres.

And while authorities were initially hesitant to introduce measures impacting tourists , hotels are now also expected to follow the rules too, meaning swimming pools can’t be topped up, or refilled.

However, some hotels have found a workaround, by topping up their pools with salt water, which is still allowed.

In some areas across the region, there’s been no rain at all for the last three years, rendering it the worst drought in modern history.

The situation is so severe, that in February, the Catalan government announced a state of emergency as water reserves have fallen below 16%.

And, officials haven’t ruled out even harsher measures if needed.

Head of water for Greenpeace Spain, Julio Barea, told Spanish news channel RTVE that the rules ‘are going to have to be much more restrictive if it doesn’t end up raining’.

She added there could be ‘water cuts in Barcelona, which would be a tragedy’.

Best things to do in Barcelona

• Interested in architecture? Marvel at La Sagrada Familia, Park Güell or Casa Batlló, all designed by the famous Antoni Gaudí
• Learn about art history at the Picasso Museum
• Stroll around Ciutadella Park
• Enjoy an evening drink in the Gothic Quarter
• Reach new heights at Montjuïc.

Elsewhere in Andalucia in southern Spain, which is also facing a drought, the local government is considering introducing water metres to hotel rooms and replacing bathtubs with showers.

Unfortunately, that’s not the only travel warning tourists hitting Spain have been warned about.

Numerous Spanish destinations are amongst the European hotspots increasing dramatically in price.

The biggest hike  seen is for return flights from the UK to Menorca – where average flight prices have shot up from £178 in 2020 to £291 now (a staggering 63% rise).

According to findings by  The Mirror , along with flight comparison website Hopper, trips to Barcelona have also been hiked by around 30%, rising from £143 to £187.

Spain on the whole has seen some big price increases, with the likes of Malaga in third place rising 28% to £246 from £129. Ibiza Town is also in the top ten, after increasing 17% from £182 to £213.

Meanwhile, a travel warning has also been issued for those planning to stay with family or friends and friends who are lucky enough to live in Spain.

It turns out, if you don’t sort out the right paperwork, you could be fined a whopping £8,000.

Without a letter of invitation, those staying with friends, rather than in a hotel or rented apartment, could face a hefty fine.

So, before you jet-set off this summer, make sure you do your research and plan ahead.

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Nearly 44 Million Travelers Leaving Town for Unofficial Start of Summer

Second highest memorial day holiday travel forecast since aaa began tracking in 2000.

WASHINGTON, DC (May 13, 2024) – AAA projects 43.8 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Memorial Day holiday travel period*. This year’s total number of travelers is a 4% increase over last year and comes close to matching 2005’s record of 44 million Memorial Day travelers.  

“We haven’t seen Memorial Day weekend travel numbers like these in almost 20 years,” said Paula Twidale, Senior Vice President of AAA Travel. “We’re projecting an additional one million travelers this holiday weekend compared to 2019, which not only means we’re exceeding pre-pandemic levels but also signals a very busy summer travel season ahead.”   

Road trips are expected to set a record. AAA projects 38.4 million people will travel by car over Memorial Day weekend, the highest number for that holiday since AAA began tracking in 2000. The number of drivers this year is up 4% compared to last year and 1.9% higher than in 2019. Traveling by car is appealing for many people because of the convenience and flexibility it provides. AAA car rental partner Hertz says Orlando, Denver, Atlanta, Boston and Las Vegas are the cities displaying the highest rental demand , with the busiest pick-up days projected to be Thursday, May 23 and Friday, May 24.  

This Memorial Day weekend drivers can expect similar gas prices as last year when the national average was roughly $3.57.  Pump prices rose this spring but have held somewhat steady in recent weeks. Prices may creep higher as the summer driving season gets underway. The wildcard remains the cost of oil, and unlike last year, there are now two wars – in the Middle East and Ukraine – that could roil the oil market.  

Airports are bracing for a spike in travelers. AAA expects 3.51 million air travelers this holiday weekend, an increase of 4.8% over last year and 9% jump compared to 2019. This will be the most crowded Memorial Day weekend at airports since 2005, when 3.64 million flew for the holiday as the travel industry finally rebounded post 9/11. This Memorial Day weekend, air ticket prices are comparable to last year. AAA booking data shows a 1% to 2% increase in prices for domestic flights. Several factors play into how much travelers pay for airfare, including destination, number of stops, and fare class. For example, passengers who book nonstop flights with seat selection and carry-on bags included will likely pay more than those who select basic economy with a layover.  

  Nearly two million people are expected to travel by other modes of transportation, including buses, cruises, and trains. AAA projects 1.9 million people will take these other modes of transportation, an increase of 5.6% compared to last year. “This category took the biggest hit during the pandemic with fewer people taking public transportation or not cruising at all,” Twidale said. “Now – five years later – we’re back to 2019 numbers. Travel demand has been soaring, and long holiday weekends create the perfect windows for getaways.”  

Best/Worst Times to Drive and Peak Congestion by Metro 

INRIX , a provider of transportation data and insights, says drivers leaving Thursday or Friday should hit the road early to avoid mixing with commuters. Travelers going back home on Sunday or Monday should avoid the afternoon hours when return trips will peak.   

“Travel times are expected to be up to 90% longer than normal. Travelers should stay up to date on traffic apps, 511 services, and local news stations to avoid sitting in traffic longer than necessary,” said Bob Pishue, transportation analyst at INRIX.  

Please note that the times listed below are for the time zone in which the metro is located.   

For example, Atlanta routes = ET and Los Angeles routes = PT

Source: INRIX   

Source: INRIX  

Top Destinations 

This Memorial Day weekend, travelers are seeking theme parks and entertainment venues in Orlando, New York, Las Vegas, and Southern California. Seattle, Anchorage, and Vancouver rank high because of the popularity of Alaska cruises this time of year. Florida beaches and cruise ports will also be packed. European cities dominate the international list. The top 10 domestic and international destinations below are based on AAA booking data.  

Travel Trends   

As travelers make plans for summer and beyond, AAA Travel has identified the following trends:  

• Bucket Lists : Travelers taking once-in-a-lifetime trips  
• Milestones : Families booking anniversary, retirement, and family reunion trips  
• Asia : More travelers interested in visiting Asia, especially Japan   
• Solo Trips : More people, especially women, interested in traveling by themselves  
• Luxury Vacations : More travelers seeking high-end cruises and tours  
• Trains : Many travelers interested in rail vacations across New England, Canada, and Europe  
• Adventure in Nature : Travelers booking trips to Antarctica, Africa, and South Pacific  

  Travel Agent Survey  

A recent survey of AAA travel agents highlights topics travelers are frequently discussing when booking trips:  

• Travel Insurance : 51 % of agents say more travelers are interested in protecting their trips  
• 77% of agents say ocean cruises  
• 70% of agents say all-inclusive vacations  
• 67% of agents say river cruises  

Holiday Travel Forecast Methodology   

In cooperation with AAA, S&P Global Market Intelligence (SPGMI) developed a unique methodology to forecast actual domestic travel volumes. The economic variables used to forecast travel for the current holiday are leveraged from SPGMI’s proprietary databases. These data include macroeconomic drivers such as employment, output, household net worth, asset prices, including stock indices, interest rates, housing market indicators, and variables related to travel and tourism, including gasoline prices, airline travel, and hotel stays. AAA and SPGMI have quantified holiday travel volumes going back to 2000.   

Historical travel volume estimates come from DK SHIFFLET’s TRAVEL PERFORMANCE/Monitor SM . The PERFORMANCE/Monitor SM is a comprehensive study measuring the travel behavior of U.S. residents. DK SHIFFLET contacts over 50,000 U.S. households each month to obtain detailed travel data, resulting in the unique ability to estimate visitor volume and spending, identify trends, and forecast U.S. travel behavior, all after the trips have been taken.  

The travel forecast is reported in person-trips. In particular, AAA and SPGMI forecast the total U.S. holiday travel volume and expected mode of transportation. The travel forecast presented in this report was prepared the week of April 15, 2024.   

*Memorial Day Holiday Travel Period   

For this forecast, the Memorial Day holiday travel period is defined as the five-day period from Thursday, May 23 to Monday, May 27, 2024.   

AAA Travel Agent Survey Methodology 

AAA clubs distributed surveys to a random sample of their travel agents between March 18 and March 29, 2024 to understand recent traveler trends over the past 60 days. 186 AAA agent responses were collected from 13 AAA clubs (representing 97% of AAA membership overall as of February 2024).  

About AAA    

Started in 1902 by automotive enthusiasts who wanted to chart a path for better roads in America and advocate for safe mobility, AAA has transformed into one of North America’s largest membership organizations. Today, AAA provides roadside assistance, travel, discounts, financial and insurance services to enhance the life journey of 64 million members across North America, including 57 million in the United States. To learn more about all AAA has to offer or to become a member, visit AAA.com.   

About S&P Global   S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) provides essential intelligence. We enable governments, businesses, and individuals with the right data, expertise, and connected technology so that they can make decisions with conviction. From helping our customers assess new investments to guiding them through ESG and energy transition across supply chains, we unlock new opportunities, solve challenges, and accelerate progress for the world. We are widely sought after by many of the world’s leading organizations to provide credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics, and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity, and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help the world’s leading organizations plan for tomorrow today. For more information, visit  www.spglobal.com .   

About DKSA    

DK SHIFFLET boasts the industry’s most complete database on U.S. resident travel both in the U.S. and worldwide. Data is collected monthly from a U.S. representative sample, adding over 60,000 traveling households annually, and is used daily by leading travel organizations and their strategic planning groups. DK SHIFFLET is an MMGY Global company.   

About INRIX     

Founded in 2004, INRIX pioneered intelligent mobility solutions by transforming big data from connected devices and vehicles into mobility insights. This revolutionary approach enabled INRIX to become one of the leading providers of data and analytics into how people move. By empowering cities, businesses, and people with valuable insights, INRIX is helping to make the world smarter, safer, and greener. With partners and solutions spanning across the entire mobility ecosystem, INRIX is uniquely positioned at the intersection of technology and transportation – whether it’s keeping road users safe, improving traffic signal timing to reduce delay and greenhouse gasses, optimizing last mile delivery, or helping uncover market insights. Learn more at INRIX.com.   

Barcelona Metro Map & Routing 4+

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Barcelona Metro is the navigation app that makes travelling by TMB Metro public transport in Barcelona simple From the Sagrada Família to the Park Güell, cheering on FC Barcelona or rooting for RCD Espanyol, whether you’re a Barcelona native on your commute to work or sightseeing fresh from Barcelona–El Prat Airport we’ll show you the best way to get where you’re going in Barcelona. We make taking the metro easy. Tap, tap, tap! Pan and zoom your way across Barcelona with ease using our simple, interactive maps. We’ll even show your route on the map Plan journeys, sharpish Search for stations and find your way using the world’s fastest route planner No internet? No problem Maps and journey planning even work offline Regular map updates Auto-magic updates keep our maps always up-to-date and box fresh Every step of the way Step-by-step guide means you’ll never get lost again Save your faves From finding your way back home, to taking the stress out of commuting, and all the places in-between. Your personal Shortcuts are never more than a swipe away Barcelona VIP features: An ad-free experience Proper VIP treatment, with no ads, ever Priority support Problem with the app? We’ll be there to help you out We’re the world's number one for public transport apps, check out our world-famous Tube Map London, New York Subway Map and Paris Metro Map apps today Visiting Madrid, Paris or Berlin soon? We’ve got you covered there too. Take our apps with you, just search Mapway on App Store Barcelona VIP available as an in-app subscription: 1,99 € monthly or 5,49 € annually, or as a one-off purchase of 14,99 €. Prices may vary by location. Cancel at any time, for any reason. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, at the cost of your chosen price tier. Subscriptions can be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to Account Settings in your iTunes Account. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription to that publication is purchased, where applicable. Read our terms in full at https://www.mapway.com/terms-conditions/

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Greatest and easiest app in bcn

So useful, and if you're not sure which way the line you're meant to be getting on is... you click maps and it shows you the end of the line, so you know which signs to follow! Makes traveling so easy!

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It does what it says it does. So easy to navigate and plan with the route planner. Just look on the map where you want to visit, locate the nearest metro and plan your journey to or from there. Simple!

Made Travel Simple

This was a gem of an app to have on my phone when visiting Barcelona recently! So easy to use and understand.

Thank you for the lovely review. :)

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This Is the Sunniest City in Europe — and It's the Birthplace of Pablo Picasso

Here's what you need to know to plan a perfect trip to Málaga, Spain.

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Málaga, Spain is a sun-seeker's paradise. The city along the nation's southern coast is the sunniest place in Europe , getting more than 280 sunshine hours a month, which works out to more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year. Málaga sits on the aptly named Costa del Sol, or the "sun coast," but this city has a lot more going for it than just the sun. It's also a cultural paradise and the birthplace of Pablo Picasso. 

"Málaga is a fantastic destination because it has a Mediterranean climate. Its winters are mild, and the summers are nice and warm. It has a sometimes-overlooked history rich in Roman history and Moorish influence. There are many cultural activities to do, such as the Picasso Museum and flamenco shows," Kristin Espinar, founder of Must See Spain , shared. And, as with the rest of Spain,  Espinar added, "Málaga has fantastic cuisine — especially fresh local seafood and tapas. Don't miss local chiringuitos , which are seaside seafood restaurants that locals flock to." 

Ready to explore this fantastic city? Here's what you need to know about visiting Málaga, Spain. 

Top 5 Can’t Miss

• Stay at Finca Cortesín, voted the top hotel in Spain and Portugal by our readers. 
• Pablo Picasso was born here — visit the Picasso Museum to learn more about the artist’s life.
• Spend a day on beautiful La Malagueta Beach. 
• Stroll around the historic center of the city. 
• Visit during the spring or fall to enjoy pleasant weather with fewer crowds. 

Courtesy of Finca Cortesi­n Hotel, Golf & Spa

Best Hotels & Resorts

Gran hotel miramar.

Spend a few days in the lap of luxury with a stay at the Gran Hotel Miramar . The historic palace has been turned into a five-star hotel that looks out onto the Mediterranean. Each of its rooms is decked out with plush furnishings in a soothing natural palette, making the panoramic views the star of the show. The hotel's spa is equally alluring and uses local ingredients for a unique Andalusian touch. 

Finca Cortesín

In 2023, Finca Cortesín was named the top hotel in Spain and Portugal by Travel + Leisure readers in the World's Best Awards . Readers fell hard for its white-washed walls, colorful rooms, and gorgeous sea views — not to mention its fantastic Cabell B. Robinson–designed golf course. Here, guests can play a full 18 and then unwind in the spa, which comes with science-forward treatments like oxygenated facials. 

Palacio Solecio

Have one more regal stay at the Palacio Solecio , an 18th-century palace-turned-hotel. The hotel is as glamorous as you'd imagine, with four-poster beds, floor-to-ceiling windows and doors that open to spacious patios, and deep soaking tubs in the bathrooms. The hotel's central location makes for easy access to some of the city's most sought-after sites, including Santiago Church, just a few feet away. 

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Picasso Museum

Explore Pablo Picasso's past and his artistic genius, and discover a few other fantastic artists, at the Picasso Museum inside the Buenavista Palace. Here, guests can explore Picasso's life through his 144 works on rotation and check out the museum's exhibitions, including works by María Blanchard and Joel Meyerowitz. 

Alcazaba and Gibralfaro Castle

Surround yourself with Málaga's history during a visit to the Alcazaba and Gibralfaro Castle . The historic castle is a Moorish fortress that takes up an astonishing 21,310 square meters.  "Must-see attractions really come down to the preferences of the visitors, but the Alcazaba — and nearby Gibralfaro Castle and Roman Theatre — are some of the most highly visited attractions for good reason," Jess Rodley, the bookings director at Andorra Escapes who also travels to Málaga for her summer vacations, shared. "Filled with history, these sites are exceptionally well-preserved."

Mercado Central de Atarazanas

Sample some of Málaga's best flavors with a visit to the Mercado Central de Atarazanas . The market, now located inside a 19th-century building, dates back to the 14th century. Here, travelers and locals alike can mix and mingle over the local meats, cheeses, and plenty of fruits and vegetables. The market is open every Monday to Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Carmen Thyssen Museum

Málaga is absolutely spoiled with culture, so make sure to visit at least two museums. Once you hit the Picasso Museum, make your way to the Carmen Thyssen Museum , housed in a restored 16th-century palace. Here, guests can gaze upon 19th-century Spanish paintings, with a special focus on Andalusian art.

La Malagueta Beach

After looking at all the gorgeous human-made art, it's time to look at some created by Mother Nature with a visit to La Malagueta Beach . The beach is just 10 minutes from the city center, making it easy to stop by or spend an entire day. There are also plenty of beachside bars and restaurants to enjoy while you're there.

Centro Histórico

Centro Histórico is the heart of the city. Here, travelers can weave their way through the bustling, narrow streets, check out the historic plazas, and shop in local stores. It's also where you'll find the Málaga Cathedral, the Picasso Museum, and the Carmen Thyssen Museum — all within a few blocks. 

La Malagueta

Make your way to La Malagueta, the city’s beachside neighborhood, for a little surf and sand with a splash of culture. While here, visit the Pompidou Centre for a colorful afternoon filled with modern art.

La Victoria

Get a local perspective with a visit to La Victoria , one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city. Located just north of the city center at the foot of Mount Gibralfaro, this area is well-known for its beauty, traditional homes, local tapas bars, and street art. 

The best time to visit Málaga is over the summer season. However, here, the summer extends from late spring into autumn (from May through October). This is when the weather is at its prime and when everyone is out and about enjoying all that fantastic sun. Travelers can also expect plenty of fun summer festivals too, including the Málaga Fair in August, a week-long party that honors all the best parts of Andalusian culture. That said, even if you can't come during the summer, there are plenty of other times worth a visit. 

"The shoulder seasons are a great time to visit Málaga. I recommend traveling in the spring (March to May) or fall (September to November)," Espinar said. "The temperatures will be mild, you’ll find smaller crowds, and you’ll have more energy for exploring the city and sights."

Rodley also advocates for the shoulder seasons in April and May and late September: "Visiting during the springtime, you can catch the gorgeous blossoms and flowering jacarandas of the parks and gardens while enjoying the moderate temperatures and fewer crowds when exploring the city and surrounding areas," Rodley explained. "Align your trip with Easter and you'll be able to experience the color, culture, and festivities of Holy Week parades. A visit in September is perfect for wine tours and sightseeing with fewer tourists. At this time of year, it may still be warm enough to enjoy the beach without having to contend for a space on the sand." And, as Espinar added, "If you choose to go in the winter (December to February), you’ll find the benefits of having milder and warmer weather than the rest of Spain. There will be fewer tourists and you’ll enjoy the city. Málaga also has stunning Christmas lights displays, which makes it a great December destination." 

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To visit this sunny destination, you can fly into Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport , one of the largest airports in Spain. The airport offers plenty of direct flights to cities around Europe and connections to cities around the world via airlines like LATAM, Air France, Easy Jet, and Emirates. The airport is also just a few miles outside of the city center, making it a convenient jumping-off point. 

Visitors coming from spots like Madrid and Barcelona may decide to drive — and that's a fantastic idea, as you can drive along the Mediterranean on the AP-7 for a scenic journey. 

Travelers can also get to Málaga by taking the train to the María Zambrano station . Trains run regularly from Madrid; the trip takes about three hours and costs around $75. 

Getting Around 

Renting a car is a great option for those who want to get out and explore beyond the city's bounds and see more of the Costa del Sol region. Car rentals are available at the airport and numerous locations in the city with major operators like Avis, Budget, and Dollar Car Rental. 

Málaga also has a robust public transit system that guests can take advantage of during their stay, including both buses and a metro line, which covers most of the city. Travelers can get a single ticket or travel passes, which are easy to recharge online . There are plentiful taxis and Ubers available throughout Málaga, too.

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