You’ve just descended from the heights of Montjuïc Castle, feet dangling in the cable car, eyes still full of Barcelona’s skyline, and in comes your surprise encore: Mirador Station. This is your chance to step out, stretch your legs, and wander through some of Montjuïc’s most magical green corners.
Mirador Station is only accessible on the way down from the Montjuïc Castle.
On your way up, the cable car takes you straight from Parc de Montjuïc to the top. But on the way back, it makes this scenic stop.
A terraced lookout built into the hillside, this panoramic viewpoint combines sculpture, fountains, flowerbeds, and benches with jaw-dropping views of the city and sea. It’s where you’ll want to sit, breathe, and capture scenic pictures of Barcelona’s skyline.
Elegant and formal, these gardens are bursting with Mediterranean plants, palm trees, and serene corners with fountains. It’s a favorite for romantic strolls and loved for its slow, scenic descents with unbeatable sea views.
A dramatic and unexpected landscape of cacti, succulents, and exotic plants from around the world. Perched on the mountain’s sunny southern slope, this garden feels like a desert oasis with a Mediterranean breeze. It’s one of Europe’s most unique botanical spaces.
A lush, tranquil park known for its poetic landscaping and seasonal blooms. Water lilies float in ponds, perennials line the paths, and quiet corners invite you for a session of daydreaming. Locals come here for peace and to stay away from crowds.
Once home to an amusement park, this spacious garden is now a whimsical space blending playgrounds, public art, and forested walking paths. Sculptures inspired by Catalan poet Joan Brossa dot the landscape, making it feel both playful and poetic.
The cable car line spans 752 meters, ascending 84.55 meters from the base to the summit. Look at the Montjuïc cable car map.
Adjacent to the upper station of the Montjuïc Funicular, accessible via the Paral·lel metro station (Lines L2 and L3).
Note: This station is only operational for downhill journeys.
Inside the Mirador gardens, this station is a stone’s throw away from Mirador de l’Alcalde.
Nope! You can’t start your ride here, Mirador Station is a downhill-only stop. You’ll need to board the cable car at Parc de Montjuïc Station (the lower terminal) or Castell Station (up by the castle).
You can only arrive at Mirador Station on your way down from Montjuïc Castle via the cable car. Think of it as a scenic midpoint where you can hop off and explore the gardens. There are no roads or direct metro access here.
Some paths near Mirador Station, especially toward the cactus gardens, involve slopes or steps. However, Mirador de l’Alcalde and Joan Brossa Gardens are more gently sloped and may be easier to navigate.
No extra ticket needed. Your Montjuïc Cable Car round-trip ticket covers the full ride, including the stop at Mirador. Just hop off when the cabin doors open!
Yes! The nearby gardens, Joan Brossa and Mossèn Cinto Verdaguer, are great for casual picnics. Just pack out your trash, because these places are beautiful and should stay that way.
There are no restrooms at the station itself, but public toilets are nearby—Miramar Hotel, Joan Brossa Gardens, and other main garden entrances—within a few minutes’ walk.
At least 1 to 1.5 hours if you want to walk through a couple of gardens and take in the views without rushing. Add more time if you’re a photography lover or a slow stroller.
