Don’t get lost: A fun guide to Park Güell entrances and how to pick yours

Where is Park Güell located?

Park Güell location: 08024 Barcelona, Spain

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Park Güell is nestled on Carmel Hill in the Gràcia district of Barcelona, just north of the city center. It’s a bit uphill, but the views and atmosphere are totally worth the climb.

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How many entrances does Park Güell have?

There are three main entrances to Park Güell:

  • Carrer d’Olot (Main Entrance) – iconic and closest to the Monumental Zone
  • Carretera del Carmel – near the coach park and shuttle drop-off
  • Passatge de Sant Josep de la Muntanya – best if you’re arriving by metro

Each entrance has its pros depending on how you're arriving and what part of the park you want to explore first.

Park Güell entrances breakdown: locations, tips & timings

Carrer d’Olot Entrance (Main Gate)

Where is it? At the southern edge of the park, between the two iconic gatehouses
Best for: Visitors with pre-booked tickets, skip-the-line entry, guided tours
How to reach? Closest metro: Lesseps (Line 3), then a 15-minute uphill walk
Timings: Park hours (usually 9:30 AM–7:30 PM)
Average wait time: 10–20 minutes without skip-the-line
Facilities nearby: Toilets, ticket counters, café
Accessibility: Not ideal–has stairs and slopes

Carretera del Carmel Entrance

Where is it? Northeast side of the park, near the tourist coach parking
Best for: Group tours, shuttle service drop-offs
How to reach? Shuttle from Alfons X station or private coach
Timings: Matches park timings
Average wait time: Low
Facilities nearby: Restrooms, accessible paths, shaded rest areas
Accessibility: Yes–best choice for wheelchair users

Passatge de Sant Josep de la Muntanya Entrance

Where is it? Southeast side of the park
Best for: Metro travelers coming from Lesseps or Vallcarca
How to reach? Escalators from Carrer de Larrard ease the uphill climb
Timings: During park hours
Average wait time: 5–10 minutes
Facilities nearby: Limited
Accessibility: Moderate–has escalators, but some uneven terrain

With pre-booked tickets, you can enter through any of the three gates between 8am and 8:30pm. Thanks to the Park Güell free entrance for locals policy, residents can enter with a valid ID.

Disabled access at Park Güell

Park Güell is accessible to visitors with disabilities and offers several facilities to make their visit comfortable.

At the main entrance, there is a priority access queue for disabled visitors and those with reduced mobility. Wheelchairs are available for loan at the entrance, free of charge. There's also an adapted toilet nearby and staff assistance if needed.

For visitors with reduced mobility, the Carretera del Carmel entrance is the best option. It offers smooth, wide paths and fewer slopes. Wheelchair users are advised to stick to the designated accessible route, which offers a pleasant and barrier-free experience.

The park's pathways are paved and easy to navigate, and there are benches and shaded areas throughout the park for visitors to rest. Additionally, the park offers an audio guide with audio descriptions for visitors with visual impairments.

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What are the queues like at Park Güell?

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If you have a pre-booked ticket, use the Carrer d’Olot entrance and skip the main queue.
Shuttle users or groups should enter via Carretera del Carmel.
The Passatge de Sant Josep de la Muntanya entrance is usually less crowded, great for independent travelers.

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Frequently asked questions about Park Güell entrances

There are three entrances to Park Güell in total.

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