Best Things to Do in Barcelona for Families with Young Kids
Home · Barcelona · Families with Young Kids
From the classic Piscines Bernat Picornell and 1-Day Ticket to Barcelona Zoo, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 3.9 · 2,827 reviews
Dive into Piscines Bernat Picornell, Montjuïc's Olympic-standard swimming pools. Swim laps in the same waters used at the 1992 Games and 2013 World Championships, then combine your visit with the hill's other Olympic venues nearby.
Best season
★ 4.4 · 3,889 reviews
Spend a full day exploring Barcelona Zoo, tucked right inside leafy Ciutadella Park. Wander at your own pace through wide-ranging animal enclosures, covering plenty of ground across the park's green, family-friendly grounds.
★ 4.4 · 19,097 reviews
Discover Barcelona Aquarium at Port Vell, home to one of Europe's largest marine collections. Walk through the 80-meter underwater tunnel as sharks and rays glide overhead on this easy two-hour harborside visit.
★ 4.1 · 75,004 reviews
Discover L'Aquàrium de Barcelona right on the Port Vell harbor. Walk through the underwater tunnel and come face to face with sharks and rays gliding overhead among the Mediterranean and tropical marine life.
★ 4.4 · 271 reviews
Discover Glòries playground, a standout among Barcelona's family-friendly outdoor spots. Let the kids climb the big hill-slide structure, wind through tunnels, and test balance features while you relax in this calm, well-maintained space.
★ 4.0 · 37,347 reviews
Discover Barcelona Zoo tucked inside the leafy paths of Ciutadella Park. Wander among the animal enclosures at an easy pace, enjoying a relaxed family morning surrounded by mature trees and green space.
★ 4.4 · 48,580 reviews
Discover Tibidabo Amusement Park, perched atop Barcelona's highest mountain since 1899. Ride vintage attractions alongside newer ones, then soak in sweeping city views next to the Sagrat Cor church on a half-day family outing.
★ 4.3 · 1,135 reviews
Discover PortAventura, Spain's largest theme park on the Costa Daurada near Salou. Spend a full day tackling rollercoasters and rides across themed zones, a worthwhile trip beyond central Barcelona for those with time to spare.
★ 4.4 · 1,730 reviews
Discover Climbat La Foixarda, one of Barcelona's most established bouldering gyms on Montjuïc. Tackle routes for all skill levels, join an Open event or kids' competition, and pair your climb with other hillside attractions nearby.
★ 3.9 · 1,910 reviews
Discover the Olympic diving pool on Montjuïc's clifftop. Take a dip or stretch out poolside while the city skyline and harbour unfold below you.
★ 4.1 · 1,241 reviews
Step into FC Barcelona's world with the Total Experience Pass. Explore the trophy-filled museum plus extra stadium areas and matchday spaces for the club's most complete behind-the-scenes look.
★ 4.6 · 169,453 reviews
Step into Spotify Camp Nou, one of the world's largest football stadiums and home to FC Barcelona since 1957. Explore the museum's trophies and Messi-era history, seeing the stadium itself amid its ongoing Espai Barça renovation.
★ 4.4 · 25,495 reviews
Step onto the grounds of Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium, the centrepiece of the 1992 Barcelona Games. Walk the arena that once hosted the opening ceremonies, then take in views over the Olympic Ring before exploring the nearby cluster of Montjuïc's Olympic venues.
★ 4.3 · 14,048 reviews
Step into FC Barcelona's story at its immersive museum experience. Move through trophy halls and multimedia exhibits tracing the club's history from its founding to the Messi-era glory days at Camp Nou.
★ 4.3 · 66,883 reviews
Discover Diagonal Mar Park, a modern seafront green space near Barcelona's coastline. Stroll beneath sculptural steel pergolas, relax by the artificial lake, and pair your visit with shopping or a bite at the neighboring Diagonal Mar centre.
★ 4.3 · 7,982 reviews
Discover Parc de la Pegaso, a former truck factory reborn as a green retreat in Sant Andreu. Wander bamboo-lined paths beside canals and ponds, relax on open lawns, and enjoy a quiet, crowd-free escape from the city.
★ 4.5 · 9,633 reviews
Explore the Museum of Natural Sciences of Barcelona inside its striking glass-and-steel home at Parc del Fòrum. Wander through galleries on geology, biodiversity, and evolution designed to engage kids and adults alike, then step out to the waterfront Forum setting.
★ 4.7 · 8,439 reviews
Step into Paradox Museum Barcelona, where nothing is quite what it seems. Test perspective tricks and optical illusions hands-on, snap photo-worthy shots in mind-bending rooms, and get help along the way from welcoming staff.
★ 4.2 · 5,149 reviews
Discover Parc de la Creueta del Coll, a former quarry reborn as one of Barcelona's most distinctive green spaces. Swim in the lake-turned-pool beneath towering rock walls, and take in Chillida's massive suspended sculpture hanging overhead.
★ 4.4 · 2,904 reviews
Discover Club Natació Atlètic Barceloneta, a seafront swim and fitness club on Plaça del Mar. Swim laps in the indoor or outdoor pools, hit the gym, and soak in Mediterranean views like a local rather than a tourist.
★ 4.4 · 7,378 reviews
Step into Turó Parc, the polished green heart of Sarrià-Sant Gervasi. Stroll the formal paths past the ornamental duck pond and mature trees, enjoying a quiet, well-kept escape favored by local families and dog walkers.
★ 4.1 · 3,542 reviews
Discover BIG FUN MUSEUM, a colorful selfie playground just off La Rambla. Wander through oversized, playfully designed sets built purely for creative photos and lighthearted fun with kids or friends.
★ 4.6 · 78,065 reviews
Wander through Ciutadella Park, built on the ruins of a demolished citadel for the 1888 Universal Exposition. Stroll past the Catalan Parliament and Barcelona Zoo, admire the ornate Cascada fountain young Gaudí helped shape, then relax by the boating lake and open lawns.
★ 4.5 · 1,595 reviews
Discover Skatepark Mar Bella, a free beachside spot in Sant Martí loved by locals. Ride the ramps yourself or simply watch skaters of all levels, dropping in for a quick look or staying for hours.
★ 4.2 · 5,391 reviews
Step into Jean Nouvel's green oasis inside the 22@ tech district. Wander past ivy-clad concrete walls with peekaboo windows, jog the wide paths, and relax under shady trees alongside local families and dog walkers.
★ 4.1 · 9,430 reviews
Discover Parc de l'Espanya Industrial, a green surprise steps from Sants Station. Stroll past the artificial lake and red watchtowers, and spot kids sliding down Andrés Nagel's dragon-shaped slide.
Explore Diagonal Mar, Barcelona's modern seafront district built after the 2004 Forum of Cultures. Wander past high-rise towers and the shopping mall, relax in Parc del Fòrum or Parc Diagonal Mar, and reach the quieter northern beaches.
★ 4.5 · 7,084 reviews
Discover Westfield La Maquinista, a sprawling mall on Barcelona's northern edge. Browse mainstream clothing, footwear, appliance, and toy stores, grab a bite on the restaurant floor, and park for free right outside.
★ 3.9 · 6,351 reviews
Step into the Museum of Illusions for a burst of playful, mind-bending fun. Wander through optical illusion rooms and photo-op setups built for camera-ready snapshots with family or friends.
★ 4.7 · 48,826 reviews
Explore CosmoCaixa, Barcelona's flagship science museum spanning a historic building and expansive underground complex. Wander through a real flooded Amazon rainforest with live animals and examine an exposed geological wall revealing millions of years of Earth's strata.
Barcelona · ⚽ Sport
Piscines Bernat Picornell
1h30
Barcelona · 🌳 Nature
1-Day Ticket to Barcelona Zoo
4h
Barcelona Aquarium: Entry Ticket
2h
Barcelona · 🎭 Entertainment
L’Aquàrium de Barcelona
Glòries playground
1h
Barcelona Zoo
2h30
Tibidabo Amusement Park
3h
PortAventura Theme Park Entry Ticket
8h
Climbat La Foixarda
Piscina Municipal de Montjuïc
FC Barcelona Museum Total Experience Pass
Spotify Camp Nou
Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium
FC Barcelona Museum "Barça Immersive Tour" Ticket
Diagonal Mar Park
Parc de la Pegaso
Barcelona · 🎨 Museum
Museum of Natural Sciences of Barcelona
Paradox Museum Barcelona
Parc de la Creueta del Coll
45 min
Club Natació Atlètic Barceloneta
Parc del Turó
BIG FUN MUSEUM
Ciutadella Park
Skatepark Mar Bella
Parc del Centre del Poblenou
Parc de l'Espanya Industrial
Barcelona · 🚶 Neighborhoods
Diagonal Mar i el Front Marítim del Poblenou
1h15
Barcelona · 🛍️ Shopping
Westfield La Maquinista
Museum of Illusions
CosmoCaixa Museum of Science