Familiarize yourself with all of Spain without leaving Barcelona on a visit to El Poble Espanyol, an enchanting showcase of the country’s varied architectural styles, and ascend the hill of Montjuïc in a cable car for marvelous views. After an approximately 15-minute panoramic city drive, you’ll arrive at El Poble Espanyol, an atmospheric village that brings together the architectural heritage of Spain through 117 buildings and plazas representing the country’s various regions. During your exploration, discover a picturesque town hall, church and monastery as well as wonderful buildings housing cafés and artisan shops displaying works in glass, ceramics and embroidery.
You’ll learn the charming village was built for the 1929 International Exposition and was meant to be demolished, but it proved so popular it was fortunately preserved for posterity. After approximately an hour, you’ll transfer to a cable car station for a ride up the slopes of Montjuïc, absorbing amazing views of Barcelona along the way. Once at the top, join your guide for a short but pleasant uphill walk to the exterior of the 17th-century Montjuïc Castle, where you’ll enjoy free time to snap photos or stroll the commanding fortification, a phenomenal spot for sweeping panoramas of dazzling Barcelona.