Barcelona from above
Montjuïc Cable Car: Tickets, Opening Hours and Route
The Montjuïc Cable Car runs for about 750 meters from Montjuïc Park to the castle, with panoramic views of Barcelona, the port and the Mediterranean. On the return journey, it stops at Mirador, near the Mirador de l’Alcalde viewpoint.
- Round-trip ticket
- Montjuïc Castle
- Panoramic view of Barcelona
- 3 stations
Tickets
Montjuïc Cable Car Ticket
One ticket for a round trip between Montjuïc Park, the castle, and the Mirador.
Round-trip ticket
Montjuïc Cable Car
Parc Montjuïc, Castell and Mirador
Travel from Parc Montjuïc to the castle by cable car, then return via Mirador with this round-trip ticket.
- Round-trip ticket
- Parc Montjuïc station
- Castell station
- Mirador station
- Panoramic views
- Mobile ticket
Route
The Montjuïc Cable Car Route
The cable car follows a circular route between Parc Montjuïc, Castell, and Mirador.
Outbound
Parc Montjuïc → Castell
From Parc Montjuïc, the cable car goes directly to Montjuïc Castle, with no intermediate stops.
Return
Castell → Mirador → Parc Montjuïc
The return journey includes a stop at the Mirador station, near the Mirador de l’Alcalde, before heading back to Parc Montjuïc.
With a round-trip ticket, you can get on and off at all three stations.
Route map: Parc Montjuïc → Castell → Mirador → Parc Montjuïc.
Remember: on the way up, the cable car goes directly to the castle. The Mirador station is located on the return journey.
The Route
The 3 Cable Car Stations
The route includes three stops, each corresponding to a different point of interest on the hill.
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Parc Montjuïc
This is the most convenient station if you are arriving from central Barcelona. It is next to the upper station of the Montjuïc Funicular.
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Castell
Castell station is near Montjuïc Castle at the top of the hill. Admission to the castle is not included in the cable car ticket.
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Mirador
This station provides access to the Mirador de l’Alcalde and several gardens of Montjuïc. It's a great stop to enjoy the view.
In brief
Montjuïc Cable Car at a Glance
| Route | Parc Montjuïc → Castell → Mirador → Parc Montjuïc |
|---|---|
| Length | 752 meters |
| Elevation Gain | 84.55 meters |
| Stations | Parc Montjuïc, Castell, Mirador |
| Main Destination | Montjuïc Castle |
| Cabins | Up to 8 people |
| Ticket type | Round-trip, from 17.10 € |
| Open | Every day |
| Getting there | Metro to Paral·lel, then the funicular |
| Full route before closing | Arrive at least 20 minutes before closing |
| Accessibility | Wheelchair accessible |
The official website does not give a fixed journey time. To complete the full route, arrive at least 20 minutes before closing.
Hours
Montjuïc Cable Car Opening Hours
| January – February | 10 AM – 6 PM |
|---|---|
| March - May | 10 AM – 7 PM |
| June - September | 10 AM – 9 PM |
| October | 10 AM – 7 PM |
| November – December | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| December 25, January 1 and 6 | 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
Last entry 15 minutes before closing, or 20 minutes before if you wish to complete the full route.
Source: official website of the Montjuïc Cable Car. Hours may change: check the schedule for your date before visiting.
Access
How to get to the Montjuïc Cable Car
The easiest way from the center of Barcelona is:
Metro L2L3 → Paral·lel → Montjuïc Funicular → Parc Montjuïc
The funicular drops you off very close to the Parc Montjuïc cable car station. It is part of the metro network and uses the same transport tickets.
You can also reach the station by:
- TMB buses 55150
- Barcelona Bus Turístic – Red Route, Telefèric de Montjuïc stop
Address: Av. Miramar, 30, Barcelona.
The easiest way: take the metro to Paral·lel, then the funicular. You'll arrive directly at Montjuïc Park, right next to the cable car.
Know the difference
Cable car, funicular, or port cable car?
These three transport services in Barcelona are often confused.
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Montjuïc Funicular
The funicular is a public transport service linking Paral·lel to Montjuïc Park. Use it to reach the cable car’s Parc Montjuïc station.
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Montjuïc Cable Car
The cable car featured on this page connects Parc Montjuïc, Castell and Mirador, taking you up to Montjuïc Castle.
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Port Cable Car
This is another cable car. The Montjuïc Cable Car does not connect to the port or Barceloneta.
The easiest way is to take the funicular from Paral·lel, then the Montjuïc Cable Car up to the castle.
On the way back, get off at Mirador if you have time: it's a great spot to enjoy the view and take a stroll through the gardens.
The round-trip ticket is the most convenient as it allows you to get on and off at all three stations.
Explore the Surroundings
All About Montjuïc
Make the most of your visit to the hill by exploring the main attractions of Montjuïc.
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© Enric, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Montjuïc Castle
Visit the fortress located at the top of the hill and enjoy the views of the port.
© Jorge Franganillo, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Joan Miró Foundation
One of the major modern art museums in Barcelona, located on Montjuïc.
© Felix König / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0
National Art Museum of Catalonia
Discover the MNAC and its extensive collection of Catalan art at the Palau Nacional.
FAQ
Montjuïc Cable Car FAQs
The most convenient station from the city center is Parc Montjuïc, accessible via the funicular from the Paral·lel metro station. However, you can start the journey from any of the three stations.
The funicular links Paral·lel to Montjuïc Park. The Montjuïc Cable Car takes you up to the castle and stops at Mirador on the return journey. The Port Cable Car is a separate service. The ticket offered here does not include a ride to the port or Barceloneta.
No. The cable car takes you close to the castle, but admission to the castle requires a separate ticket.
Yes. Strollers are allowed in the cabins, but the operator asks you to fold them so they do not obstruct other passengers.
Yes. The facilities are accessible for people with reduced mobility.