Live in La Salut, El Coll, El Carmel, Can Baró, El Baix Guinardó, or Vallcarca-Penitents? You can get a non-transferable admission card that grants you free entry to Park Güell during regular hours (7am to 10pm). Call 010 or hop onto the municipal website to request it.
Park Güell free entry for locals only: Here’s what you need to know
Park Güell isn’t just a tourist magnet, it’s a local favorite, too. Tucked into the slopes of Carmel Hill, this colorful patch of Catalonia now opens its gates free of charge to nearby residents. Live close by? Here’s how you get in.
Free entry to Park Güell for locals
If you’ve been wondering, “Is Park Güell free?”—the answer is: yes, if you live next door. As of July 1, 2020, Park Güell rolled out the welcome mat for locals. In an effort to make the space more accessible to residents, and not just the crowds with cameras, the park now offers free daily access to people living nearby. No need to pre-book or stand in line—just show proof you’re local, and you’re in.
Gaudir Més members
Part of the Gaudir Més programme from Barcelona City Council? Good news—your membership gets you free Park Güell tickets every day. But here’s the catch: you need to request the ticket on the day you’re planning to go (no booking ahead). Just apply via the Gaudir Més website and enjoy your self-guided free tour of Park Güell like a true local.
Opening hours for residents
Residents of Barcelona can enjoy Park Güell free of charge from 7am to 10pm—no advance booking is needed. Just show proof of residence and you’re in. As part of the Park Güell free entry for locals initiative, there are also two exclusive time slots when only local visitors are allowed inside and tourist access is restricted:
- Bon dia Barcelona: 7am to 9am
- Bon vespre Barcelona: 8pm to 10pm
Frequently asked questions about Park Güell free entry
Yes, locals have free access to Park Güell, at any time during its opening hours (7 AM to 10 PM).
Residents living in neighborhoods adjacent to the park can avail of free access using an admission card. This card is non-transferable and can be requested over the phone (010) or through the municipal website.
Gaudir Mes is an initiative from Barcelona City Council. With this membership. With this membership, locals can access information about the city as well as discounts and other perks, including free daily tickets for Park Güell. Residents must apply for the ticket from the Gaudir Més website on the day of their visit and not in advance.
Park Güell is open from 7am- 10pm, depending on the season. It is best to check the detailed opening hours here.
Park Güell is located between the neighborhoods of El Coll, La Salut, Vallcarca i els Penitents, El Carmel and Can Baró, in the districts of Gràcia and Horta-Guinardó.
Park Güell is well connected by public transport like the metro and by buses. Learn more about getting to Park Guell here.
From the Serpentine Beach to Austria Garden, there are a variety of lush green spaces in Park Güell that will help you feel connected to nature at this UNESCO World Heritage site.
The best time to visit Park Güell would be between 9:30am to 11am on a weekday when the crowds are manageable.
