How to Get to Tibidabo
1. Public Transport Route
- Metro: Take Line 7 (L7) from Plaça Catalunya to Av. Tibidabo.
- Bus 196: From Av. Tibidabo, take Bus 196 to Plaça Dr. Andreu.
- Funicular del Tibidabo: From Plaça Dr. Andreu, ride the funicular to the summit.
- Alternative route: Take FGC S1 or S2 to Peu del Funicular, transfer to the Funicular de Vallvidrera, then Bus 111 to the top.
2. TibiBus Shuttle
- On amusement park days, the TibiBus T2B runs from Plaça Kennedy to the Cuca de Llum funicular station (included with park entry).
Use the T-usual Pass!
You can get to Tibidabo using the T-usual monthly transport pass, which works on:
- Metro, FGC, buses, Rodalies (train), and trams
- All connections to Tibidabo are included in Zone 1
Why I love the T-usual pass:
- You can register online using your passport number (skip any letters if present) or NIE number
- It offers unlimited rides for a great monthly price—perfect for locals and long-stay visitors
🎡 What to Do at Tibidabo
1. Tibidabo Amusement Park
Established in 1901, it’s one of Europe’s oldest amusement parks. Highlights include:Dreamstime+14Architectural Digest+14Designed to Travel+14
- Avió: A vintage plane ride simulating the first Barcelona-Madrid flight.Musement+4The Sun+4Unexpected Catalonia+4
- Talaia: A ride that lifts you 550 meters above sea level for breathtaking views.Wikipedia+2ForeverBarcelona+2The Sun+2
- Giradabo: A colorful Ferris wheel offering panoramic vistas.The Sun
- Muntanya Russa: A roller coaster weaving through the mountain’s forested areas.Ticketshop Barcelona+2ForeverBarcelona+2Things To Do in Barcelona+2
- Merlí: A vertical drop tower introduced in 2024, providing 360° city views before a thrilling descent. The Sun
2. Temple Expiatori del Sagrat Cor
This neo-Gothic basilica, reminiscent of Paris’s Sacré-Cœur, crowns the mountain. Visitors can ascend to the rooftop for unparalleled views of Barcelona and the surrounding areas. ForeverBarcelona
3. Torre de Collserola
Designed by Sir Norman Foster for the 1992 Olympics, this telecommunications tower features an observation deck at 560 meters above sea level, offering expansive views of the region. ForeverBarcelona
4. Fabra Observatory
An early 20th-century astronomical observatory that occasionally hosts public tours and stargazing events.
