The general admission ticket to Park Güell costs €18 in 2026 (with discounts for children, over-65s and certain groups). The park is open every day of the year, and the ticketed visitor slots run roughly from 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., closing earlier in winter. The best time to visit is the first slot of the morning (9:30 a.m.) or the last slots of the afternoon: fewer crowds, better light for photos and, in summer, less heat. Book online in advance, as time slots sell out.
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How much does it cost to enter Park Güell in 2026?
Access to the Monumental Zone of Park Güell —the area designed by Antoni Gaudí, with the dragon stairway, the Hypostyle Hall and the wavy bench on the main terrace— requires a paid ticket. The rest of the park, around 95% of the grounds, is free to enter. General admission costs €18 (21% VAT included). In early 2026 the basic fare rose from the previous €10, so it is worth checking the current price when budgeting your trip.
| Ticket type | Price (2026) |
|---|---|
| General admission | €18 |
| Children aged 0–6 | Free* |
| Children aged 7–12 | €13.50 |
| Over-65s / Reduced Pink Card | €13.50 |
| Pink Card (Tarjeta Rosa) | Free |
| Visitor with a disability | Free |
| Companion of a visitor with a disability | €13.50 |
| MUHBA ticket / Ruta del Modernisme | €14.50 |
*Children aged 0–6 enter free but still need their own named ticket. Official Park Güell fares, VAT included.
We recommend buying your ticket online and in advance on the official website: places are assigned by time slot and, in high season, they sell out several days ahead. Once inside you can stay as long as you like, but if you leave the grounds you cannot re-enter with the same ticket.
What are Park Güell’s opening hours?
Park Güell is open every day of the year. Tourist visits take place during the ticketed slots, which start at 9:30 a.m. and whose final slot is around 7:30 p.m. in high season. Because the park has no artificial lighting, the closing time follows daylight and is brought forward in winter (to around 5:30 p.m.). Always check the exact slot for your day on the official website when booking.
Two time bands are reserved for residents and «Passi Verd» pass holders, with no tourist visits allowed: «Bon dia Barcelona» (7:00–9:30 a.m.) and «Bon vespre Barcelona» (8:00–10:00 p.m.). Note that your ticket allows a 30-minute grace period: if you book the 9:30 a.m. slot, you can enter until 10:00 a.m.; after that you lose your turn.
When is the best time to visit Park Güell?
The best time to visit Park Güell is the first slot of the morning, at 9:30 a.m., or the last slots of the afternoon. These are the quietest hours, with the best light for photographing the dragon stairway and the main terrace, and more comfortable temperatures. Mid-morning and midday (12:00–4:00 p.m.), especially in summer, bring together the largest crowds and the strongest heat.
- To avoid queues and crowds: book the first slot of the day and choose a weekday over a weekend.
- For the best photos: early light or the golden hour at sunset makes the trencadís mosaics glow.
- For the views: climb to the Turó de les Tres Creus for a panorama of Barcelona; it is stunning at sunset.
- In summer: skip midday; bring water, a hat and comfortable shoes, as the grounds have slopes and steps.
How to get to Park Güell
Park Güell sits on Carmel hill, in the Gràcia district. By metro, the nearest stops are Lesseps and Vallcarca (line L3, green), both a 15–20 minute uphill walk away (Vallcarca has outdoor escalators that ease the climb). The local bus 116 drops you very close to the entrance, and lines such as H6, 24 and 92 also serve the area, as does the Hop-on Hop-off bus.
Hotel Arc La Rambla — your base for discovering Gaudí’s Barcelona
From Hotel Arc La Rambla, getting to Park Güell is easy: our metro stop, Drassanes, is on the same L3 (green) line as Lesseps and Vallcarca, so you can ride there directly, with no transfers. At reception we can help with tickets and timings, and if you visit the park on your check-out day you can leave your bags in our luggage store. We are right on La Rambla, a few minutes from the Gothic Quarter, La Boqueria market and Port Vell — the ideal launch pad for exploring Gaudí’s Barcelona.
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Park Güell — frequently asked questions
How much is a ticket to Park Güell?
General admission costs €18 in 2026. Children aged 7–12 and over-65s pay €13.50, and children under 7 enter free (though they still need a ticket).
Is Park Güell free to enter?
Most of the park is free to enter, but the Monumental Zone with Gaudí’s works requires a paid ticket. Free access during special time bands is reserved for registered local residents and «Passi Verd» pass holders.
What is the best time to visit Park Güell?
The first slot of the morning (9:30 a.m.) or the last slots of the afternoon, when there are fewer people and better light. Avoid midday in summer because of the heat and crowds.
Do I need to book Park Güell tickets in advance?
Yes, it is strongly recommended. Tickets are assigned by time slot and, in high season, sell out days ahead. It is best to buy them online on the official website.
How long does a visit to Park Güell take?
A visit to the Monumental Zone usually takes 1 to 2 hours. You can stay as long as you like, but once you leave the grounds you cannot re-enter with the same ticket.
