Further Distractions
Montjuïc (Mountain of the Jews)
The hill of Montjuïc has enough attractions to fill several days and was the main location of the 1992 Olympic Games. In addition to the Palau Nacional and the Fundació Joan Miró, visitors might also want to explore the Estadi Olìmpic and the accompanying museum, the Museu Arqueològic, the replica Spanish village (Poble Espanyol) or the Pavellò Barcelona, created by architect Mies van der Rohe, for the 1929 Exhibition. Other attractions include Castell de Montjuïc – an 18th-century fortress – and an amusement park. Half the fun is the funicular ride up the mountainside and the outstanding views from the top.
Montjuïc
Transport: Metro FGC Plaça Espanya, then bus 50; metro Parallel, then funicular; bus 55 from Plaça de Catalunya.
Reials Drassanes and Museu Marítim (Royal Shipyard and Maritime Museum)
The Maritime Museum harks back to Barcelona’s seafaring past, with a staggering number of nautical exhibits, including a map by Amerigo Vespucci. The museum is housed in the magnificent Reiales Drassanes (Royal Shipyards), which date from the 13th century.
Avenida de les Drassanes.
Tel: (93) 342 9920. Fax: (93) 318 7876.
Website: www.diba.es/mmaritim
Transport: Metro Drassanes.
Opening hours: Daily 1000–1900.
Admission: €5.40.
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