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Magic Fountain of Montjuïc Font Màgica de Montjuïc
A large fountain whose water, light and music show runs on set evenings below Montjuïc.
Photo: Ad Meskens / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
Built for the 1929 International Exhibition, the fountain sits at the foot of the Palau Nacional and the long Avinguda de la Reina Maria Cristina. The shows pair coloured jets with music, and a typical show lasts 15 to 20 minutes.
It is a good evening stop after a day on Montjuïc. Show times differ by season and some nights have no show, so check before going.
Tickets / priceFree to watch.
Opening hoursShows usually run on weekend evenings and some other nights, with season-specific times. Check the Barcelona city council site for the current schedule.
Time needed30–60 minutes
Best timeEvening
Getting thereMetro L1 and L3 Plaça d'Espanya (a ten-minute walk up the avenue)
AddressPlaça de Carles Buïgas, 1, 08038 Barcelona
Booking advice
No booking needed. Arrive 20 minutes early for a front spot.
Insider tips
- Combine it with a sunset at the nearby MNAC steps.
- Check the schedule on the day; shows can be cancelled for maintenance or strong wind.
- Take the escalators beside the Palau Nacional for an easy walk back down.
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