Why visit / Interesting facts:
- Best panoramic view of the city
- Ancient weaponry on display in the museum
Time required: 60 minutes
Phone: (34) 93 256 4445
Web site: http://www.bcn.cat/caste...
Opening hours:
Time period | Opening hours |
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From October 1 to March 31, Tuesday to Sunday: | 9am - 7pm |
From April 1 to September 30, Tuesday to Sunday: | 9am - 9pm |
Mondays: | Closed |
Admission:
Ticket type | Charge |
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General: | Free |
Public transport:
- Subway Line 2: Paral.lel + Funicular de Monjuic
- Subway Line 3: Paral.lel + Funicular de Monjuic
Address: Carretera de Montjuïc, 66
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Photo: Kang.Tang
Things you need to know:
- Castell de Montjuic is a Baroque style military fort standing on Montjuic Hill
- Its construction begun in 1640
- Being a prison and torture center for political prisoners, the castle used to be the symbol of terror
- Today it houses a military museum that showcases weaponry of ancient times
- The compound provides an excellent vista to the port below
What to do there:
- Enjoy the great view of the port and the city
- Walk around the enchanting garden that is littered with ancient cannons
- Visit the military museum
Tips & Insights:
- Free entrance to the castle's gardens