Family
Barcelona with kids: from the park to the boat
A short walk with room to run, real ships and a trip out to sea.
- Duration3 h 15 min
- Distance2.14 km
- DifficultyEasy
- Stops4 stops
A route designed for children that won't leave anyone exhausted: start in Parc de la Ciutadella, head down to the port to see galleys at the Maritime Museum, look out over the city from the Columbus column and finish with a boat trip on Las Golondrinas.
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01
RestStart in the largest park in the centre. There's room to run around, a lake with rowing boats and the monumental Cascada fountain, which a young Gaudí helped work on while still a student.
45 min est.
"Look for the life-size stone mammoth: kids love having their photo taken with it."
25 min on foot·1.9km
02
VisitHead down towards the port to the Maritime Museum, inside the Drassanes Reials, the medieval shipyards where galleys were built. The star piece is a full-size replica of a 16th-century galley.
On here
5 plans in the next 30 days
45 min est.
"Las Golondrinas leave from right opposite: check the boat times before you go into the museum."
2 min on foot·140m
03
PhotoRight next door, the Columbus column points out to sea. Inside, a lift takes you up to a small lookout at the top, with the port and the Rambla at your feet.
20 min est.
"From the bottom, count the bronze lions around the column: there are eight."
2 min on foot·130m
04
ExperienceTo cap off our route, what better than a sea trip? Las Golondrinas offer a unique perspective of Barcelona from the water. Enjoy the sea air, observe the port, Maremagnum, and the Barcelona coastline. An unforgettable experience for the whole family!
On here
1 plan in the next 30 days
1 h est.
"If weather permits, try to sit on the upper deck for the best panoramic views."
An editorial selection designed to experience the city at your own pace.
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