Park Guell Location | Your Easy Guide to Getting There

Where is Park Güell located?

Park Güell Barcelona address: 08024 Barcelona, Spain

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. Spread over a total surface area of 19 hectares, the park is a green area in an otherwise urban space.

Closest landmark:Casa Vicens (1.4 km)

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Getting to Park Güell location by public transportation

Best for: Avoiding traffic
Travel time: 20 minutes
Closest station: Lesseps/Vallcarca
Closest entrance: Avinguda del Santuari de Sant Josep de la Muntanya

Take the green line (L3), and alight at either Lesseps or Vallcarca stations.

From the Lesseps stop, the Avinguda del Santuari de Sant Josep de la Muntanya entrance is the closest point of entry. From the Vallcarca, take the escalator on Baixada de la Glòria and head to the entrance on Avinguda del Santuari de Sant Josep de la Muntanya. From both stops, it will take you 20 minutes to reach Park Güell. You may want to take a taxi or a bus from the station as the route to the park is uphill.

Best for: Budget-friendly
Travel time: 15-20 minutes
Closest stop: Carretera del Carmel-Park Güell
Güell Avinguda del Santuari de Sant Josep de la Muntanya

You can take bus no H6 or D40. Get off at the Travessera de Dalt bus stop. From here, a quick 10-minute walk will take you to Park Güell. You can enter from either Avinguda del Santuari de Sant Josep de la Muntaya, or from Carrer de Larrard.

You can also take the bus lines 24 and 92. Both halt at Carretera del Carmel-Park Güell, which is right across the park’s main entrance.

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Best for: Saving time
Travel time: 10-15 minutes
Closest stop: Park Güell
Closest entrance: Carretera del Carmel

If you are taking the Bus Turístic Bus, also commonly known as Hop-On Hop-Off, take the blue line. Alight at the Park Güell stop.

From the Barcelona City Tour, take the East (green color) route. Get off at the Park Güell stop.

The stop is located on Avinguda de la Mare de Déu de Montserrat. From here, it takes 10 minutes to reach the entrance on Carretera del Carmel through Av. Pompeu Fabra on foot.

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Park Güell directions by car

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Driving to Park Güell

Best for: Convenience
Highway 13 minutes

The fastest route would be to get on HighwayGüell C-58. Exit on 23B to reach Park Güell/Carrer d'Olot. However, driving down to Park Guell is highly discouraged. Apart from having to deal with the traffic, having to find parking nearby makes it an extremely tiring process. Most of the parking spaces around the park are in a green area exclusively for residents. You will have to resort to paid parking facilities nearby.

Of course, taking a taxi would be a smarter option as it would allow you to skip the hassle of walking uphill. However, do ask them to drop you off at the Carrera del Carmel entrance.

Parking near Park Güell

BSM Travessera de Dalt Park Güell car park:Book in advance to ensure a slot for yourself.
Pàrquing Esperança i Park Güell: Located next to the Hospital de la Esperanza and Park Güell, this facility is spread over 4 floors and has more than 400 spaces.
Parking Massens: This covered car park in the Garcia district has 280 spaces and is open all year round.

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Walking to Park Güell location

Walking is a great way to explore Barcelona, and Park Güell is easily accessible by foot from many nearby neighborhoods. If you're staying in the Gracia or El Carmel neighborhoods, it's a pleasant walk to the park entrance.

From the Gracia neighborhood, take the Carrer de Gran de Gracia and walk uphill until you reach Carrer de Larrard. From there, turn right and follow the signs to Park Güell. The walk should take around 25-30 minutes, depending on your walking speed.

Alternatively, from El Carmel, take the escalators up to Carrer de Massens and then walk along Carrer del Taquigraf Garriga until you reach the park entrance. The walk should take around 20-25 minutes, depending on your walking speed.

Park Güell location visitor tips

Budget-friendly: If you're looking for a budget-friendly way to reach Park Güell, taking the metro is the best option. The L3 line will take you to either the Lesseps or Vallcarca station, both of which are a 15-20 minute walk to the park entrance.

Fastest way: If you're short on time and don't want to waste any minutes, taking a taxi to Park Güell is the best option. Taxis are readily available throughout Barcelona and will drop you off directly at the park entrance.

To sightsee: If you're not in a rush and want to explore the city on foot, walking to Park Güell is a great option. You can start from nearby neighborhoods such as Gracia or El Carmel and enjoy the sights along the way.

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Park Güell from popular stations

Travel time: 20 mins (uphill walk)
It is the closest metro stop to the park. Enjoy a scenic 20-minute uphill walk through Güell Park Gardens, passing colorful houses and mosaic pathways. This option might not be ideal for those with limited mobility.

Travel time: 15 mins (steep walk)
Shortest walk, but involves a steep downhill path. Consider taking the escalators at Baixada de la Glòria (temporarily out of service) for a more relaxed access.

Travel time: 30 mins (bus + walk)
Catch bus no. 24 from Riera de Cassoles stop for a direct uphill ride to the park entrance. Offers panoramic views along the way.

Park Güell directions from other Barcelona landmarks

Sagrada Familia Cathedral interior with tourists exploring the intricate architecture, Barcelona.

Travel time: 30 mins (bus + walk)
Grab a bus no. H6 at Mallorca - Marina, a scenic ride offering glimpses of Gaudí's masterpiece. Disembark at the Gaudí'sPark Güell stop and enjoy a leisurely stroll through the park.

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Plaça de Catalunya Barcelona bustling square with fountains and people.

Travel time: 35 mins (bus + walk)
Hop on bus no. 24 at Plaça de Catalunya, a convenient option with frequent departures. Get off at Park Güell stop and immerse yourself in the whimsical Gaudí wonderland.

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Travel time: 20 mins (bus + walk)
Take bus no. 24A from Hospital de Sant Pau stop for a direct ride to Park Güell. This shorter option saves you some walking time and is ideal if you're visiting both landmarks.

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Frequently asked questions about Park Güell location

Where is Park Güell located?

Park Güell is located at 08024 Barcelona, Spain.

How to get to Park Güell easily?

You can reach Park Güell by bus, metro and Barcelona hop-on hop-off bus tours.

What is the easiest way to reach Park Güell in Barcelona?

Taking the metro would be the most convenient way to reach Park Guell.

Which is the closest bus stop to Park Güell?

The closest bus stop to Park Güell is the Carretera del Carmel-Park Güell stop which is located right across the park's main entrance.

Which is the closest metro station to Park Güell?

The closest metro station to Park Güell would be either Lesseps or Vallcarca, both on the L3 line, and located about 15-20 minutes away from Park Güell.

Is parking available at Park Güell?

No, the Gaudi park doesn't have its own parking for general public use, and is mostly reserved for the residents.