The Carmel Bunkers
The Carmel Bunkers
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9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
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9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
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9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
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9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Thursday
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9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
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Neighborhood: Horta-Guinardó
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  • El Carmel • 10 min walk
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  • Sarah P
    18 contributions
    Nice views
    Nice view. Would reccomend getting the v19 bus to Ctra del Carmel-Mühlberg stop to make the walk easier. There's also a water fountain near the stop and would definitely make use of that. It can get quite busy depending on the weather so you might have to wait your turn for certain picture spots. It's perfectly fine up there, but don't hang around for too long once the sun has set, once you've got your pictures and seen the views, make your way down instead of waiting until it's completely dark.
    Visited November 2021
    Traveled with friends
    Written December 30, 2021
  • Chiara
    3 contributions
    Must-see
    I was on a trip to Barcelona and discovered this amazing place. The view is incredible. I unfortunately missed the sunset, but it was still very beautiful. Must-see for the sightseeing fans, it was one of the best I got to see in BCN. I would recommend taking the 22 bus from Plaza Catalunya, it stops near the top, you just have to walk a little.
    Visited February 2020
    Traveled solo
    Written February 10, 2020
  • _elainehindson
    Kent, United Kingdom277 contributions
    Panoramic views of Barcelona
    Our son recommended this place to us. It wasn’t in our guidebook, but it’s very popular with the younger generation especially, who like to go up to the Bunkers to watch the sunset. We are in our sixties, so felt like the oldest ones there, but if you take the metro L3 to Vallcarca, and the No.22 bus to Gran Turo de la Rovira (penultimate stop), it’s a short 10 minute walk to the top. There’s a set of concrete steps opposite the bus stop, and from there just keep heading uphill. The concrete bunkers were used for gun emplacements in the Civil War. They’re covered in graffiti now, and there are no facilities there, so take drinks with you. The views of the city are superb, and the 22 bus is very frequent, or you could even take a taxi out there, with a five minute walk to the top. We used our Hola Barcelona card on the metro and bus, and the bus stop is very close to Vallcarca Metro station. Worth a trip out for the views. We probably took an hour and a half out of our schedule to fit this in, but were glad we did.
    Visited March 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written March 24, 2023
  • Cohauz
    Barcelona, Spain7 contributions
    I used to love it..
    I have visited the bunkers many times, including 2 weeks ago. Before it was just a quiet place, now it’s a hotspot for young tourists to drink, be loud (inc music) and make a mess. It’s such a shame. Last week I was there with a friend of mine. We were just sitting and enjoying the sunset in a quiet place around the bunkers with not that many people around us. Then a group of british tourists came sitting next to us, like literally next to us.. hard music, loud talking, lots of alcohol. Thus we went away. It ruined the vibe.
    Visited March 2020
    Traveled with friends
    Written March 13, 2020
  • Zach Reulbach
    Mooresville, North Carolina2 contributions
    Stunning 360 views of Barcelona
    The bunkers are at the highest point in inner Barcelona, which provides stunning 360 degree views of the city, mountains, and mediterranean. The bunkers are also covered in neat looking graffiti. It is a somewhat long uphill walk to get there, but you can also take a taxi to the entrance. However, I enjoyed the walk up. This place is a must-visit for anyone in Barcelona.
    Visited June 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written June 25, 2023
  • PaulB27August
    The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom6,284 contributions
    Panoramic view of Barcelona and beyond
    We were rewarded with a long walk from Sants and Montjuic with the panoramic view. The toughest part of the hike is the last 500 metres. The view is certainly worth it. You will also get a view of the other side of the Collserola Ridge showing how populated Barcelona is and also the beautiful green space of the ridge. What was also amazing was how far and high altitude Tibidabo is considering the lengthy walk we had. Probably won't return, unless I feel the need to walk upon the iron bridge close to the bunkers
    Visited June 2020
    Traveled as a couple
    Written June 16, 2020
  • Tasha F
    Manchester, United Kingdom124 contributions
    Sunset
    We took the long walk up for sunset this week, the walk was nice and full of scenery. Very busy at the top, would not want to visit during peak season. There are even men selling wine which was clever of them! Lovely 360 views, very windy though bring a coat!
    Visited March 2020
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 6, 2020
  • MerCeyJRC
    Essex, United Kingdom238 contributions
    Best view in Barcelona
    A better (and quieter) view than Park Guel - worth the 20 minute additional walk. Take lunch with you and absorb the views. Absolutely beautiful and very peaceful. A 1 hour 15 minute walk from Ramblas (hilly at the end, but easily manageable) You can take the bus back down into Barcelona. Highly recommend!
    Visited January 2020
    Written January 23, 2020
  • Francesc Carreras
    Barcelona, Spain90 contributions
    Not worthy. Dirty and noisy.
    Nice view but impossible access. Very unconfortable to reach (forget about car) and no place to sit and relax: dirty and full of young people drinking and making loud noise. Not the calm that you expect in a nice hill viewpoint. Absolutelly not worthy.
    Visited October 2021
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 12, 2021
  • bcorbridge
    Stockport, United Kingdom7 contributions
    Breathtaking views
    Simply breathtaking view, unbelievable place to get some photos. Was disappointed that the weather was cloudy and windy however even despite the lack of sun it was incredible. Very hard work hiking all the way up though- it was a workout!
    Visited March 2022
    Traveled with friends
    Written May 5, 2022
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Cohauz
Barcelona, Spain7 contributions
Mar 2020 • Friends
I have visited the bunkers many times, including 2 weeks ago. Before it was just a quiet place, now it’s a hotspot for young tourists to drink, be loud (inc music) and make a mess. It’s such a shame.

Last week I was there with a friend of mine. We were just sitting and enjoying the sunset in a quiet place around the bunkers with not that many people around us. Then a group of british tourists came sitting next to us, like literally next to us.. hard music, loud talking, lots of alcohol. Thus we went away. It ruined the vibe.
Written March 13, 2020
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Zach Reulbach
Mooresville, NC2 contributions
Jun 2023 • Solo
The bunkers are at the highest point in inner Barcelona, which provides stunning 360 degree views of the city, mountains, and mediterranean. The bunkers are also covered in neat looking graffiti. It is a somewhat long uphill walk to get there, but you can also take a taxi to the entrance. However, I enjoyed the walk up. This place is a must-visit for anyone in Barcelona.
Written June 25, 2023
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PaulB27August
The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, UK6,284 contributions
Jun 2020 • Couples
We were rewarded with a long walk from Sants and Montjuic with the panoramic view.
The toughest part of the hike is the last 500 metres. The view is certainly worth it. You will also get a view of the other side of the Collserola Ridge showing how populated Barcelona is and also the beautiful green space of the ridge.
What was also amazing was how far and high altitude Tibidabo is considering the lengthy walk we had.
Probably won't return, unless I feel the need to walk upon the iron bridge close to the bunkers
Written June 16, 2020
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Tasha F
Manchester, UK124 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
We took the long walk up for sunset this week, the walk was nice and full of scenery. Very busy at the top, would not want to visit during peak season. There are even men selling wine which was clever of them! Lovely 360 views, very windy though bring a coat!
Written March 7, 2020
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MerCeyJRC
Essex, UK238 contributions
Jan 2020
A better (and quieter) view than Park Guel - worth the 20 minute additional walk.
Take lunch with you and absorb the views. Absolutely beautiful and very peaceful.

A 1 hour 15 minute walk from Ramblas (hilly at the end, but easily manageable)
You can take the bus back down into Barcelona.

Highly recommend!
Written January 23, 2020
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Francesc Carreras
Barcelona, Spain90 contributions
Oct 2021 • Couples
Nice view but impossible access. Very unconfortable to reach (forget about car) and no place to sit and relax: dirty and full of young people drinking and making loud noise. Not the calm that you expect in a nice hill viewpoint. Absolutelly not worthy.
Written October 12, 2021
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bcorbridge
Stockport, UK7 contributions
Mar 2022 • Friends
Simply breathtaking view, unbelievable place to get some photos. Was disappointed that the weather was cloudy and windy however even despite the lack of sun it was incredible. Very hard work hiking all the way up though- it was a workout!
Written May 5, 2022
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Beeny Jav
5 contributions
Jan 2020
A must visit!!! We got tos ee the panoramic views and city skyline. Photos cannot do justice to how scenic our experience was. Its a 30 mins walk from Sagrada. Can get a taxi from Park Guel or walk. V17 Port Vell bus drops you 5 mins away.
Written December 25, 2020
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Amy
Chester-le-Street, UK6 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
A hidden gem!
I could not recommended this place enough. This was by far our favourite place we visited during our 5 day stay in Barcelona. The views are spectacular overlooking the whole of Barcelona.
We caught a taxi which cost around 15euro from the centre of Barcelona. From the taxi drop off point it is approximately a 5-10 minute walk to reach the top. We read other reviews and packed a picnic to enjoy whilst taking in the views.
Written July 29, 2022
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Beatriz M
Düsseldorf, Germany5,673 contributions
Jan 2022 • Friends
Nice place with a nice atmosphere. We went there and people were having drinks or picnics. Definitely take the bus, we went down on foot and I imagine we would have been dead if we had gone up on foot. The bus leaves you very close to it but you still have to climb some stairs. Great views.
Written January 10, 2022
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