Can you visit the Olympic Stadium in Barcelona for free?

Yes. A visitor area at the Olympic Stadium is accessible for free when the event schedule allows.

What are the opening hours of the Olympic Stadium?

The visitor area is generally open from 10 AM to 7 PM from April to October and from 10 AM to 5 PM from November to March. Hours may change in case of an event.

Is the Olympic Museum in the stadium?

No. The Olympic and Sports Museum Joan Antoni Samaranch is located right next to the stadium, Avinguda de l’Estadi 60.

Are there concerts at the Olympic Stadium in Barcelona?

Yes. The Stadium Olímpic Lluís Companys regularly hosts major concerts and international tours. On event days, access to the stadium is reserved for ticket holders, and visiting conditions may be altered.

How much time should I plan for the stadium and the museum?

Plan for about 1h30 to quickly see the stadium and then leisurely visit the Olympic Museum.

The grand symbol of the Barcelona 1992 Games

Barcelona Olympic Stadium: Tour and Olympic Museum

The Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium is one of the iconic landmarks of Montjuïc. Built for the 1929 International Exposition and completely renovated for the 1992 Olympic Games, it hosted the opening and closing ceremonies as well as the athletics competitions. Right next door, the Joan Antoni Samaranch Olympic and Sports Museum extends the visit by tracing the history of the Games, sports, and Barcelona 1992.

Discover the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium and complete your visit with the Joan Antoni Samaranch Olympic Museum, in the heart of Montjuïc.

Barcelona 1992
Stadium accessible for free depending on events
Olympic museum nearby
Montjuïc

The enclosure of the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium, its stands and clock tower, from the stands

Stadium Name	Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys
Type	Olympic Stadium and Event Facilities
Neighborhood	Montjuïc
Stadium Address	Passeig Olímpic, 17-19
Inauguration	1929
Major Renovation	1992 Olympic Games
Capacity	Approximately 55,000 spectators
Stadium Tour	Free access to the visitor area depending on the events
Stadium Hours	April-October: 10 AM-7 PM / November-March: 10 AM-5 PM
Museum	Museu Olímpic i de l’Esport Joan Antoni Samaranch
Museum Address	Avinguda de l’Estadi, 60
Recommended Duration	1h30 to 2h for stadium + museum
Metro	L1 L3 Espanya then bus or walk up
Good to Know	Access to the stadium may be restricted on event days

The stadium's visiting hours may change depending on concerts, competitions, and technical requirements.

Editor's Review

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Your tour guide since 1996

Do both: the stadium can be explored quickly and for free, while the museum provides all the history that is inevitably missing when you simply look at the stands.

Allow about fifteen minutes for the stadium and approximately an hour for the museum.

Visit the stadium

Can you enter the Olympic Stadium in Barcelona?

Yes. A free visit zone usually allows entry into the Olympic Stadium and offers a view of the interior from the stands.

From April 1 to October 31, it is typically open from 10 AM to 7 PM; from November 1 to March 31, from 10 AM to 5 PM. Access may be interrupted before or during major events.

At the entrance, you can also see the Olympic cauldron, the Marathon Gate, and the two equestrian sculptures by Pau Gargallo.

Enhance Your Visit

The Joan Antoni Samaranch Olympic and Sports Museum

Located right next to the stadium, the Joan Antoni Samaranch Olympic and Sports Museum tells the story of the Olympic Games, major sports disciplines, and the 1992 Barcelona Games.

The visit combines historical objects, sports equipment, documents, videos, and interactive devices. The museum also features temporary exhibitions related to sports and major sporting events.

Olympic Museum Hours

October to March: Tuesday to Saturday from 10 AM to 6 PM
April to September: Tuesday to Saturday from 10 AM to 7 PM
Sunday and holidays: from 10 AM to 2:30 PM
Closed on Monday

The official adult rate is currently €6.30, and admission is free for children up to 7 years old when accompanied.

Barcelona Olympic and Sports Museum

Discover the history of the Olympic Games and sports, with a significant focus on Barcelona 1992.

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From 1929 to 1992

The History of the Olympic Stadium of Barcelona

The Olympic Stadium was designed by Pere Domènech i Roura and inaugurated in 1929 for the Barcelona International Exposition.

After several decades of use followed by decline, it underwent a major transformation when Barcelona was awarded the 1992 Olympic Games. The historic facades were preserved, while the stands and interior facilities were completely rebuilt.

The stadium notably hosted the opening and closing ceremonies, athletics events, and several major moments of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Since then, it remains a prominent venue for sports, concerts, and international events.

Olympic Heritage

The Montjuïc Olympic Ring

The Olympic Stadium is the heart of the Anella Olímpica, the large sports complex developed for the 1992 Games.

Just a few steps away are the Palau Sant Jordi, the Calatrava Tower, the Olympic Museum, and the expansive esplanades of Montjuïc.

This is one of the most fascinating areas on the hill to understand how the Olympic Games transformed Barcelona.

About Montjuïc

The Olympic Stadium at the Heart of Montjuïc

The stadium is located on the upper part of Montjuïc, near the Palau Sant Jordi, the Calatrava Tower, the Botanical Garden, and several major museums.

Further down the hill, you can continue to the MNAC, the Joan Miró Foundation, or the Mies van der Rohe Pavilion.

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