Sants-Montjuïc Travel Guide

Barcelona
Sants-Montjuïc
Barcelona’s civic institutions have long created a lively artistic district, with museums and more in the shadow of a mountainous castle.

Sants-Montjuïc hosted the 1929 International Exhibition, and the museums, buildings and fountains created for the event still mark its landscape. Barcelona’s biggest district is an amalgamation of two previously independent areas, centered on Montjuïc, whose lumbering form marks the city’s skyline. Named for Barcelona’s Sephardic Jewish community, who once used the hill as a cemetery, it has seen the extremes of Barcelona’s history. Get a sense of Barcelona’s distant past, its early 20th-century glory days and its contemporary daily life.

Start at the top, taking the cable car to Montjuïc Castle, now an open-air museum of Barcelona’s military history. Look out at the city bustling about below. Traipse down the hill back to Plaça d’Espanya, the entry to the various sites of the International Exhibition. See the birth of Modernism at the Pavelló Mies van der Rohe and appreciate the breadth of Spanish artistry among the scale models at the Poble Espanyol. View the world’s largest collection of Catalan art at the Museo Nacional d’Art de Catalunya.

See and smell the amazing collection of Mediterranean plants at the modern El Jardin Botanico or wander between the smaller gardens dotting the hillside. Appreciate the work of a master at the Joan Miró Foundation, which shows works from throughout his storied career. As the sun goes down, settle in to watch the show at the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, which exemplifies the neighborhood’s energy.

Though Montjuïc tends to take prominence over Sants, venture south to visit the Can Battló, a factory revitalized as a cultural center.

Sants-Montjuïc is Barcelona’s biggest district, spreading out southwest from the old city center. Most transportation for the tourist areas leave from Plaça d’Espanya, a 25-minute ride from the airport. The Sants neighborhood, home to many middle-class families who commute into the center of town, is well served by subways and buses. Most of the sights in the district are clustered around the area developed for the International Exhibition and therefore it’s possible to walk between them.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Sants-Montjuïc

Nobu Hotel Barcelona
Nobu Hotel Barcelona
5 out of 5
Avenida de Roma 2-4, Barcelona, Barcelona
The price is ₹18,262 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
₹18,262
₹21,595 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (810 reviews)
"Live two blocks from Nobu in Chicago and love the brand. Was more than happy with the room and service in Barcelona!"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2024

Nobu Hotel Barcelona
Leonardo Royal Hotel Barcelona Fira
Leonardo Royal Hotel Barcelona Fira
4 out of 5
Carrer dels Alts Forns, 40, Barcelona
The price is ₹6,649 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
₹6,649
₹8,459 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (727 reviews)
Fantastic stay
"We had a great stay. Staff was professional and friendly, very helpful when we had questions about the area and how to get around the city or places to go. Excellent drinks at the bar. Room was clean and beds were comfortable."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2024

Leonardo Royal Hotel Barcelona Fira
INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo
INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo
4 out of 5
Avinguda del Paral.lel, 57-59, Barcelona, Barcelona
The price is ₹13,613 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
₹13,613
₹16,120 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (850 reviews)
"Jorge at reception was great. Thank you so much!"

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo
Best Western Plus Hotel Alfa Aeropuerto
Best Western Plus Hotel Alfa Aeropuerto
4 out of 5
Mercabarna Franca, Barcelona
The price is ₹9,928 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
₹9,928
₹12,066 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,437 reviews)
"Staff are friendly and helpful. The rooms and hotel itself were very clean and spacious"

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

Best Western Plus Hotel Alfa Aeropuerto
Barceló Sants
Barceló Sants
4 out of 5
Plaza Dels Paisos Catalans S/n, Barcelona
The price is ₹9,712 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
₹9,712
₹11,828 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,207 reviews)
"Front desk staff was attentive, friendly, helpful and professional. They allowed me to store my excess luggage while I took a trip to Algeria. Room was always clean and well stocked. Everything was excellent. I had tried to book another stay the day before I arrived but it was full. Indicative of ..."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2024

Barceló Sants
InterContinental Barcelona, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Barcelona, an IHG Hotel
5 out of 5
Avenida Ruis I Taulet 1-3, Barcelona
The price is ₹17,183 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
₹17,183
₹20,408 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Large! With everything appearing new and up to date. Large hotel room with separate bathroom area with bath and shower separate. Wanted to dine at the fancy restaurant but seemed a bit too intimidating for a walking the city tourist like myself."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2024

InterContinental Barcelona, an IHG Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Sants-Montjuïc

La Marina de Port

Even though there aren't top sights in La Marina de Port, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Camp Nou. Jump on the metro at Foneria Station to see more of the city.

La Marina de Port
Poble Espanyol which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and a city

El Poble-sec

You might take some time to check out the waterfront views in El Poble-sec. Spend some time visiting top spots like Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, and catch the metro at Parc de Montjuïc Station or Espanya Station to see more of the area.

El Poble-sec
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Sants

Travellers choose Sants for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Placa de Sants - L5 Station or Mercat Nou Station and check out top sights like Park of Industrial Spain.

Sants
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El Raval

4/5(558 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in El Raval. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Parc de Montjuic Station or Paral-lel Station to see more of the city.

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Esquerra de l'Eixample

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Esquerra de l'Eixample. Check out top attractions like Placa Universitat and Sant Antoni Market, and jump on the metro at Urgell Station or Hospital Clinic Station to see more of the city.

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Les Corts

4/5(108 area reviews)

Noted for its cafes and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Les Corts. Top attractions like Camp Nou and L’Illa Diagonal Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Les Corts Station or Numància Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Les Corts


Sants-Montjuïc Travel Guide