Barcelona: Montjuïc Castle E-Bike Tour with Terrace Tapas Stop
Three hours on an e-bike with a guide who lives in Barcelona, from the old port up Montjuïc to the castle, the Olympic Ring and the Palau Nacional, with a break on a terrace and the whole city below you.
- 3 hoursStarts at 10:15 and 14:30, plus 17:15 from May to October
- Free cancellationUp to 24 hours before, full refund
- Guide in English or FrenchChoose when you pick a time
- Small, comfortable groupsPrivate tours also available
- E-bike and helmet includedThe e-bike does the climbing
- Terrace stopTapas, vermut or coffee, pay as you go
Highlights
- The old port, Montjuïc Castle, the Olympic Ring and the Palau Nacional in a single three-hour loop
- The widest views in the city, from the harbour viewpoints to the castle ramparts 173 metres above the sea
- A break on a terrace by the 1992 Olympic diving pool, with tapas, vermut or coffee as you like
- Fewer cars, more trees and fresh air than on a ride through the centre
- A guide who lives in Barcelona and tells you how the hill went from fortress to World's Fair to Olympic Games
About this tour
Montjuïc is the hill that rises straight out of the sea at the south end of Barcelona, and most visitors only see it from below. On an e-bike the climb takes care of itself, so you can spend your energy on the views: the port, the coastline and the whole city spread out between the sea and the Collserola hills.
We start in the Gothic Quarter, roll down to the old port and the Columbus Monument, then climb through the gardens to Montjuïc Castle. Your guide lives in Barcelona and tells the hill's story as we go: the fortress that kept watch over the city more than over the sea, the 1929 World's Fair that gave Barcelona its palaces and fountains, and the 1992 Olympics that changed the city for good.
Halfway round we stop on a terrace by the Olympic diving pool for a vermut, a coffee or a plate of patatas bravas, paid as you go. This tour has fewer stops than our ride through the centre, and in exchange there's less traffic, more air and the widest views over the city.
The route
Start: Carrer de Cervantes 5, Gothic Quarter
Meet your guide, get fitted to your e-bike and go through a short safety briefing before we set off.
Passeig de Colom and the Columbus Monument
We ride through the medieval lanes to the waterfront, where yachts sit in Port Vell. The 60-metre column was raised for the 1888 World's Fair, and your guide explains how trade by sea built Barcelona and which way Columbus is really pointing.
Mirador de l'Alcalde
The first big view on the way up: the harbour, the cranes of the port and the sea stretching south. The e-bike does most of the climbing, so you arrive with breath left to enjoy it.
Jardins de Mossèn Costa i Llobera
A cactus garden on the slope above the Mediterranean, with hundreds of species of cacti and succulents from dry places around the world.
Montjuïc Castle
The fortress at the top, 173 metres above the sea, was rebuilt in the 18th century after Barcelona fell in 1714, and its guns were turned on the city as often as out to sea. It later served as a military prison. From the ramparts you see the skyline, the coast and the mountains behind the city.
Terrace stop by the Olympic diving pool
The 1992 diving events were held here, with the whole of Barcelona behind the divers. We lock the bikes at a terrace bar for a break: a classic vermut, a zero-alcohol spritz, a coffee or patatas bravas. Food and drinks are paid as you go, so everyone orders what they like.
The Olympic Ring
We ride past the Estadi Lluís Companys, built for the 1929 World's Fair and rebuilt for the 1992 Games, the Palau Sant Jordi arena and Santiago Calatrava's white telecommunications tower, with the stories of how the Olympics reshaped Barcelona.
Palau Nacional and Plaça d'Espanya
The great palace at the top of the stairs was the centrepiece of the 1929 World's Fair and now holds the National Art Museum of Catalonia. From its terrace your guide points out the avenue running straight down to Plaça d'Espanya.
Finish: Carrer de Cervantes 5
An easy ride back to the Gothic Quarter, with final tips for the rest of your day.
The order of the stops can change a little with traffic, events and the weather.
What's included
Included
- A local guide who lives in Barcelona
- Use of an e-bike for the whole tour
- A helmet, if you'd like one
- Your guide's tips for food, drinks and the rest of your stay
Not included
- Food and drinks at the terrace stop
- Entry to museums along the route
- Tips, which are up to you
Where we meet
Metro: Jaume I (L4) or Liceu (L3)
Our meeting point is on a quiet street in the Gothic Quarter, a few minutes' walk from Plaça de Sant Jaume. Look for the Tres Gatos poster on the doors. Please arrive 15 minutes before the ride starts: we use that time to check you in, fit your e-bike and helmet and run a short safety briefing.
The tour finishes back at the same address.
Good to know
- You need to ride a bike confidently: the e-bike makes the climb easy, but there are a few descents on park roads.
- Everyone riding their own e-bike needs to be at least 150 cm tall.
- Children aged 1 to 3 can ride in a child seat. Let us know when you book.
- Online bookings start from two people. Travelling alone? Write to us at hola@tresgatos.es.
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the ride starts. If you arrive late, the tour still finishes at the usual time.
- Bring comfortable shoes and clothes for the weather. On Montjuïc it can be windier than in the centre.
- New to cycling in Barcelona? Read our guide to the cycling rules that matter for visitors.
What guests say
"Igor is a personable and knowledgeable guide. This combination made for a very enjoyable e-bike tour. The tour itself covered all of the advertised locations. The tour pace was relaxed and Igor was ameniable to adjusting the amount of time spent at certain sites that held greater interest for us."
"Igor is a friendly and knowledgeable guide. While this tour has less stops and sites than the more popular city tour, it also has less traffic, better air, and some rare views. It also provides a better workout if you want it, though having e-bikes meant we could choose our level of support. Recommend this tour."
"You have to do this!!! Kevin was a fantastic guide, and cycling through the park and coast up to the top of Montjuic was a beautiful and exciting way to enjoy some gorgeous sights in Barcelona. Perfect balance of guided narration about the sights and just straight up bike riding. Can't recommend enough—extremely fun. Also, the e-bike definitely makes the cycling easier. 10/10!"
"It was a beautiful cruise up to the top. We enjoyed all the sites and views along the way of the city below and the coast beyond. Egor, our guide was knowledgeable of the history and the present day facts. Thank you."
These are reviews from verified bookings on GetYourGuide, quoted as written. You can read all of them on GetYourGuide.
Questions before you book
Is the ride up Montjuïc hard?
No. Everyone rides an e-bike, so the climb to the castle is easy and you can choose how much help you want from the motor. You do need to ride a bike confidently, because there are a few descents on park roads, and we keep an easy pace with plenty of stops.
Are food and drinks included?
No. We stop at a terrace bar by the Olympic diving pool, and everyone orders what they like and pays as they go: a vermut, a coffee, a zero-alcohol spritz or tapas such as patatas bravas.
How is this different from your Barcelona bike tour?
Our Barcelona bike tour rides through the centre to the Gothic Quarter, Gaudí's houses and the Sagrada Família. This one climbs Montjuïc instead: fewer stops, less traffic and wider views, with the castle, the Olympic Ring and a terrace break. Many guests do the city tour first and this one later in their stay.
Can children join the tour?
Everyone riding their own e-bike needs to be at least 150 cm tall. Children aged 1 to 3 can ride in a child seat for €10. Send us each child's age and height after booking so we can have the right bikes ready.
What language is the tour in?
English or French. You choose the language when you pick a time in the calendar. French tours run at 10:15 and 14:30.
Do you offer private tours?
Yes. We run this route as a private tour too, with your own guide and a pace that suits your group. Write to us at hola@tresgatos.es with your date and the size of your group.
Can you take a large group?
Yes. We work with travel agencies, schools and companies, and just as happily with a big group of friends. Larger groups ride in several small groups, each with its own guide. Write to us at hola@tresgatos.es with your dates and the size of your group.
Where does the tour start and finish?
At Carrer de Cervantes 5 in the Gothic Quarter, near Metro Jaume I and Liceu. The tour finishes at the same address. Please arrive 15 minutes before the ride starts.
Can I leave my luggage with you?
Yes. We can store small bags, like a backpack or a small cabin bag, at a partner facility near the meeting point for €3 per bag.
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes. If you cancel up to 24 hours before the tour starts, you get a full refund.
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