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Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium
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Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium

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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.

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Reasons to go

  • Originally built in 1929 and renovated to host the opening and closing ceremonies of the 1992 Summer Olympics.
  • FC Barcelona has played matches here during transitions between stadiums, letting visitors watch football in an Olympic venue.
  • Part of the Montjuïc Olympic Ring, with elevated views over the surrounding 1992 Games venues.
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Full description

Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium was originally built in 1929 and extensively renovated to host the opening and closing ceremonies of the 1992 Summer Olympics, cementing Montjuïc's place in Barcelona's sporting history. The stadium occasionally hosts football matches, including FC Barcelona fixtures during stadium transitions, giving visitors a rare chance to watch a match in an Olympic venue.

Its elevated position on Montjuïc offers views over the surrounding Olympic Ring alongside the stadium itself. Reviewers frequently connect a visit here with exploring the broader cluster of 1992 Olympics venues nearby.

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Address

Passeig Olímpic, Sants-Montjuïc, 08038 Barcelona, Spain · Sants-Montjuïc
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Hours

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Booking

Booking required

Duration

2h

Best time

early morning, morning, lunchtime, afternoon, early evening or evening

Intensity

Active — lots of walking

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Good to know

  • Book tickets ahead if visiting for a football match, as availability can be limited
  • combine the visit with other Montjuïc Olympic sites nearby
  • check the schedule beforehand, since the stadium isn't used for events year-round.
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Reviews

I went to the Stadium for Bad Bunny’s Concert in Barcelona, May 22th, 2026. The concert was awesome and I have a seat, so I don’t have many complaints. However, the sound was not that good (I admit I don’t know if this is the stadium’s responsibility or the artist) and the audience management and organization was a…

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Laura Carril Herrera

3/5

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