Barcelona Sightseeing: Parks & Gardens, The Cities' Natural Attractions

A bird's eye view of Barcelona reveals an intricate grid of glass-graced, stone-laden buildings rising up from the city's asphalt.

Overwhelming at first, a closer look between these rock-hewn structures reveal corners of emerald grass and colorful gardens that bring serenity to the city's ceaseless hum.

Click on the links below to discover more about Barcelona's green attractions:

Gaudí's Parc Guell

Laden with the creative genius of Antoní Gaudi, Parc Güell may be the world's most unique urban park.

The Park Guell bench is a great place to marvel at Gaudi's work as well as take in fantastic views of he Barcelona.

Parc de la Ciutadella

Classic Roman architecture shakes hands with grassy picnic spots and shade-giving trees in this beloved refuge.

Barcelona's Citadel Park is the largest green space in the Old city and great for biking, walking and picnics.

Tibidabo

Roller coasters rumble and chocolate-green ridges give spectacular views of the city atop this popular mountain.

Barcelona's Citadel Park is the largest green space in the Old city and great for biking, walking and picnics.

Diagonal Mar Park

Winding metal sculptures snake their way to the Mediterranean, a modern interpretation of the link between the city's sprawl and the ocean's call.

Diagonal Mar Park is a great attraction for kids: a large pond, huge slides, scattered playgrounds and more make for a fun visit.

Montjuic's Magic Fountain

Lights. Color. Action! Water becomes an art form at Font Magica.

A Barcelona main attraction, the Magic Fountain provides great shows perfect for summer nights. The Magic Fountain is acutally a series of fountains.