The Torre Agbar —officially the Torre Glòries since 2015— is the bullet-shaped skyscraper designed by Jean Nouvel, one of the icons of Barcelona’s skyline. It’s 144 metres tall and, since May 2022, you can visit its 360° Observation Deck, at 125 m. General admission costs €15 (children 5-17 and over-65s, €12; under-5s free); the combo with the Cloud Cities installation is around €22. It opens daily: 10:00-21:00 in summer and 10:00-18:30 in winter. It’s at Avinguda Diagonal 211, metro Glòries (L1).
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What is the Torre Agbar (and what is it called)?
Some buildings become part of a city’s soul, and the Torre Agbar is one of them. With its bullet-like silhouette rising between the Eixample and Poblenou, this skyscraper designed by French architect Jean Nouvel has become one of the most photographed icons of Barcelona. It was inaugurated in September 2005 as the headquarters of the water company Aigües de Barcelona (AGBAR), hence its popular name. In 2015 it was officially renamed Torre Glòries, although locals —and most visitors— still call it Torre Agbar. Since May 2022 you can visit it inside: the Mirador Torre Glòries opens at 125 metres with 360° views over the city.
Some key facts about the building:
- Architect: Jean Nouvel (inspired by the silhouettes of Montserrat and a jet of water).
- Height: 144 metres to the glass dome.
- Floors: 34 open-plan storeys, with no interior pillars.
- Façade: two “skins” — one of aluminium sheeting in 26 colours and another of 52,744 glass louvres.
- Night lighting: around 4,500 LED devices that change pattern depending on the event.
- Address: Avinguda Diagonal, 211, Barcelona.
What can you see inside? The Mirador Torre Glòries visit
The visit begins on level -1, with the access control and the free audio guide (downloadable via QR, in 10 languages). From there, the route is divided into two main spaces.
The Hipermirador Barcelona (level -1)
Before going up, the visit begins with an artistic experience that reinterprets the city through four installations:
| Section | What you’ll see |
|---|---|
| Prologue | Images of Barcelona’s urban patterns |
| Barcelonans | Paper sculptures portraying the city’s urban wildlife |
| Rhythms | Holographic screen showing Barcelona in motion |
| Atmospheres | 27 × 4 m screen with real-time data: wind, humidity, sea state |
⚠️ Important: the route is one-way; once you move forward you can’t go back, so take your time in each room.
The 360° Observation Deck (floor 30, at 125 m)
The lift goes straight up to floor 30, a large open oval with panoramic views over the whole city: from Montserrat to the Mediterranean, taking in the Sagrada Família, Tibidabo and the harbour. It’s one of the most spectacular viewpoints in Barcelona.
Cloud Cities Barcelona (optional experience)
On the same floor as the deck is the artwork Cloud Cities Barcelona, by artist Tomás Saraceno: an interactive sculpture of suspended spheres you can climb into and feel literally among the clouds. It’s booked with an extra ticket and its own time slot, requires good physical condition and has a minimum age (not suitable for young children, people with vertigo, heart problems or pregnant women).
What are the Torre Agbar (Torre Glòries) opening hours?
| Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 April – 31 October | Monday to Sunday | 10:00 – 21:00 |
| 1 November – 31 March | Monday to Sunday | 10:00 – 18:30 |
💡 Tip: book your visit for late afternoon in summer. You’ll arrive in daylight, watch the sunset from the deck and, on the way down, see the tower’s night lighting from the street.
How much does it cost to enter the Torre Agbar in 2026?
| Ticket type | Price (2026) |
|---|---|
| Adult (18–64) | €15 |
| Senior (65+) | €12 |
| Youth (5–17) | €12 |
| Child (up to 4) | Free |
| Combo Mirador + Cloud Cities | from €22 |
| Box-office surcharge (same-day purchase) | +€3 |
💡 It’s best to buy online in advance to avoid the box-office surcharge and secure a slot, especially in high season.
How to get to the Torre Agbar from the centre?
The Torre Glòries is at the junction of Avinguda Diagonal and Carrer de Badajoz, on the boundary between the Eixample and Poblenou.
| Transport | Line / Detail | Stop |
|---|---|---|
| Metro | Line 1 (red) | Glòries |
| Bus | Lines 7, H12, 192, V23, X1 | Glòries |
| Tram | Lines T4, T5, T6 | Glòries or Ca l’Aranyó |
From the centre, the metro journey from Drassanes (the nearest stop to Hotel Arc La Rambla) takes about 12-15 minutes with a single change on Line 3.
What to see near the Torre Agbar
Once you’ve visited the tower, the surrounding area has several interesting attractions:
- Els Encants Vells market: the oldest flea market in Barcelona, under its spectacular mirrored canopy, 5 minutes’ walk away.
- Museu del Disseny de Barcelona: design, fashion and history, on the same square.
- Rambla del Poblenou: the quiet promenade of the city’s most creative neighbourhood.
- Bogatell and Nova Icària beaches: less than 2 km away on foot along the seafront.
Hotel Arc La Rambla, your starting point in Barcelona
If you’re going to visit the Torre Agbar (Torre Glòries), Hotel Arc La Rambla is an ideal base. Located at La Rambla 19-21, just about 100 metres from the Drassanes metro stop (L3), it connects you with the whole city in minutes: you can reach the tower in around 12-15 minutes with one change. From the hotel you also have La Boqueria, the Gothic Quarter, the harbour and Palau Güell right at street level, five minutes’ walk away.
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Torre Agbar — frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to enter the Torre Agbar?
General admission for adults costs €15. Children aged 5 to 17 and over-65s pay €12, and under-5s enter free. The combo including the Mirador and the Cloud Cities installation costs from €22. If you buy at the box office on the day, a €3 surcharge applies.
What are the Torre Agbar (Torre Glòries) opening hours?
From April to October it opens daily from 10:00 to 21:00. From November to March, from 10:00 to 18:30. It’s closed on 25 December and 1 January.
How do you get to the Torre Agbar by metro?
The nearest metro stop is Glòries, on Line 1 (red). From the centre you can also arrive by tram (T4, T5, T6) or several bus lines.
What can you see from the Torre Agbar viewpoint?
From the deck on floor 30, at 125 metres, you get 360° panoramic views over Barcelona: the Mediterranean, the Sagrada Família, Montserrat, Tibidabo and the harbour.
What is Cloud Cities Barcelona?
It’s an artwork by the Argentine artist Tomás Saraceno located at the Torre Glòries viewpoint: a network of suspended spheres visitors can climb into. It requires an extra ticket, good physical condition and has a minimum entry age.
