The best free viewpoints
Barcelona wraps itself around hills, which means the classic postcard views are public property.
Bunkers del Carmel
Anti-aircraft batteries from the civil war, now the city's favourite sunset spot: a full 360 degrees over the plain, the sea and the Collserola ridge.
Montjuïc's castle walls
Walk or ride the funicular up to the old fortress for the port, the container docks and a horizon that reaches the delta of the Llobregat.
Tibidabo's temple
The Sagrat Cor church on the summit is visible from almost anywhere in the city, and from its esplanade you get the whole city back, sea included.