Plaça de la Universitat, Barcelona

Name: Plaça de la Universitat
Address: Barcelona, Spain

#147 among attractions in Barcelona

Park, Relax in park

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Facts and practical information

The Plaça de la Universitat is one of Barcelona's central squares, at the border between the districts of Eixample and Ciutat Vella. It is located at the intersection of Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, Carrer d'Aribau and Ronda de Sant Antoni. It is also just west of Plaça de Catalunya, to which it is linked by the Ronda de la Universitat and Carrer de Pelai. ()

Local name: Plaza de la Universidad Elevation: 98 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 41°23'9"N, 2°9'50"E

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Eixample (Sant Antoni)Barcelona Spain

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Day trips

Plaça de la Universitat – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Portal de l'Àngel, Casa Batlló, La Boqueria, Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art.

0.5 miE
Shopping, Shopping district
Portal de l'Àngel, Barcelona
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona, Portal de l'Àngel is a bustling shopping district that serves as a paradise for those with a penchant for retail therapy. This pedestrian thoroughfare is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and a diverse range of stores, from...
0.4 miN
Fantastical Gaudi-designed apartments
Casa Batlló, Barcelona
11 min walk • Casa Batlló, an architectural masterpiece by Antoni Gaudí, stands as one of the most iconic landmarks in the vibrant city of Barcelona, Spain. This modernist building, a testament to Gaudí's unique style, is known for its whimsical design, rich colors, and organic...
0.5 miSE
Vibrant public market with diverse foods
La Boqueria, Barcelona
13 min walk • La Boqueria, officially known as Mercat de Sant Josep de la Boqueria, is a bustling market in the heart of Barcelona, Spain, and a feast for the senses. Located just off the renowned La Rambla, this vibrant marketplace is a hub of activity where locals and tourists...
~1220 ftSE
Modern art in sleek, glass-fronted venue
Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art, Barcelona
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona's vibrant cultural landscape, the Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA) stands as a beacon of modern artistic expression and innovation. Opened to the public in 1995, the museum's striking edifice, designed by American architect...
~1020 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Event space
CCCB, Barcelona
5 min walk • The Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona is an arts centre in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Situated in the Raval district, the Centre’s core theme is the city and urban culture. The CCCB organizes exhibitions, debates, festivals and concerts, film cycles, courses, lectures, and other activities.
0.4 miN
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Museu del Perfum, Barcelona
11 min walk • The Perfume Museum of Barcelona, officially known in Catalan as Museu del Perfum, was founded in 1961 in order to exhibit an evolution of perfume vessels throughout the ages.
0.5 miSE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Palau de la Virreina, Barcelona
12 min walk • The Virreina Palace is a building in the city of Barcelona. Situated on the famous La Rambla avenue, today it houses the headquarters of the city council's Culture Institute and hosts various temporary art exhibitions and cultural events.
~1170 ftN
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Fundación Mapfre Casa Garriga Nogués, Barcelona
6 min walk • Fundación Mapfre Casa Garriga Nogués is an art gallery in the Eixample district of Barcelona, Spain. It was established in 2015 and shows early pictorial modern painting and photography and other photography.
~1710 ftE
Famous fountain and meeting place
Font de Canaletes, Barcelona
9 min walk • Font de Canaletes is an ornate fountain, crowned by a lamp post, in Barcelona, Catalonia, in Rambla de Canaletes, the upper part of La Rambla, near Plaça de Catalunya. It is a fixture of football fans after Barça football matches since the 1930s.
0.4 miN
Museum focusing on iconic Catalan artist
Fundació Antoni Tàpies, Barcelona
11 min walk • The Fundació Antoni Tàpies is a cultural center and museum, located in Carrer d'Aragó, in Barcelona, Catalonia. It is dedicated mainly to the life and works of the painter Antoni Tàpies.
0.4 miN
Playful modernista building by Cadafalch
Casa Amatller, Barcelona
11 min walk • Casa Amatller is a building in the Modernisme style in Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain, designed by renowned Catalan architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Plaça de la Universitat?

Nearby attractions include University of Barcelona, Barcelona (2 min walk), Episcopal Public Library of Barcelona, Barcelona (4 min walk), Ronda de la Universitat, Barcelona (5 min walk), Carrer de Pelai, Barcelona (5 min walk).

How to get to Plaça de la Universitat by public transport?

The nearest stations to Plaça de la Universitat:

Bus

Plaça Universitat - Pelai • Lines: 55, D50, H16, N6 (1 min walk)
Pl Universitat • Lines: 52, 54, 59, A1, A2, e14, e15.1, e16, E95, H12, L95, N1, N12, N13, N14, N15, N16, N17, N18, N2, N28, N3, N8, V13, X1 (1 min walk)

Metro

Universitat • Lines: L1, L2 (1 min walk)
Plaça de Catalunya • Lines: L6, L7 (6 min walk)

Train

Barcelona - Plaça Catalunya (8 min walk)
Barcelona - Passeig de Gràcia (14 min walk)

Ferry

Puerto de Barcelona (28 min walk)
Barcelona (30 min walk)

Tram

Francesc Macià • Lines: T1, T2, T3 (30 min walk)