Park Güell is Barcelona’s most famous green space, stretching across parts of the Tres Creus and Carmel hills. Since 1984, it’s been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, considered one of Antoni Gaudí’s most important creations – a truly unique work that influenced many movements and artists of the time.
Inspired by English garden cities, Gaudí was obsessed with blending architecture perfectly with nature. One of the best examples is the park’s stone columns, which resemble palm trees, stalactites and natural caves. Alongside other masterpieces like Casa Vicens, Casa Batlló and the spectacular Sagrada Família, Park Güell is one of the finest examples of Gaudí’s Modernist style.
At the heart of the park there’s a huge square, surrounded by a sinuous bench decorated with colourful mosaics in the trencadís technique. It’s partially supported by the Hypostyle Hall, also known as the Hall of a Hundred Columns – though it actually has 86. While the square is the park’s central gathering point, the dragon sculpture on the main staircase has become its most recognisable symbol.
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How much does it cost to enter Park Güell?
Standard admission is €10. Discounted tickets are available for €7 for children aged 7–12, seniors over 65, holders of the reduced-rate Targeta Rosa, and companions of visitors with disabilities. Entry is free for children under 6, full Targeta Rosa holders, and members of the ‘Gaudir Més’ cultural programme – every day of the year.
What are the opening hours?
Park Güell is open daily from 9.30am to 7.30pm. Visitors are allowed to enter up to 30 minutes after the time stated on their ticket. There are also two dedicated time slots for local residents and ‘Gaudir Més’ members: from 7-9.30am and 8-10pm.
What’s included with your ticket?
A general ticket gives you access to all of Gaudí’s architectural works within the park, including the Hypostyle Hall, the Porter’s Lodge Pavilion, the Austria Gardens, the Nature Square, the Laundry Room Portico, and more – all connected by beautiful pathways, viaducts, and trails.
How long does it take to visit?
Park Güell spans 12 hectares and can be explored in different ways. If you’re short on time, visiting just the monumental zone takes around two hours. If you’d like to take your time and explore the green areas and panoramic viewpoints as well, it’s worth setting aside at least half a day.