Plaça del Rei, Barcelona

Name: Plaça del Rei
Address: Barcelona, Spain

#99 among attractions in Barcelona

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Facts and practical information

Plaça del Rei is a 14th-century medieval public square in the Barri Gòtic of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. ()

Local name: Plaza del Rey Coordinates: 41°23'3"N, 2°10'39"E

Address

Ciutat Vella (El Barri Gòtic)Barcelona Spain

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Day trips

Plaça del Rei – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Picasso Museum, Barcelona Cathedral, Palau de la Generalitat de Catalunya, Palau Reial Major.

~1120 ftE
Museum, Art museum
Picasso Museum, Barcelona
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona's El Born district, the Picasso Museum is a tribute to one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, Pablo Picasso. This museum is a must-see destination for art lovers and history enthusiasts visiting the city.
~470 ftW
Landmark 13th-century place of worship
Barcelona Cathedral, Barcelona
3 min walk • Barcelona Cathedral, officially known as the Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia, stands as a magnificent testament to Gothic architecture in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter. This venerable church, dedicated to Eulalia of Barcelona, a co-patron saint...
~470 ftSW
Medieval building and seat of government
Palau de la Generalitat de Catalunya, Barcelona
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, the Palau de la Generalitat de Catalunya is a testament to the rich history and architectural grandeur of the region. This magnificent palace serves as the seat of the Generalitat de Catalunya, the government of...
~800 ftW
Gothic architecture, Palace
Palau Reial Major, Barcelona
4 min walk • The Palau Reial Major is a historic palace nestled in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, a testament to the city's rich medieval past. As an emblem of Catalan history, this grand complex was the residence of the counts of Barcelona and later, the Kings of Aragon.
~100 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Archaeological museum
Museum of the History of Barcelona, Barcelona
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, the Museum of the History of Barcelona (MUHBA) offers a unique journey through the city's rich past. This cultural institution is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the historical heritage of Barcelona, from its...
~520 ftS
Square lined with prominent landmarks
Plaça Sant Jaume, Barcelona
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, Plaça Sant Jaume is a historic square that serves as a central hub for both political and social gatherings. This open space is framed by two of the city's most significant buildings: the City Hall of Barcelona...
~170 ftNW
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Museu Frederic Marès, Barcelona
1 min walk • The Museu Frederic Marès is an art and sculpture museum in Barcelona, Spain. The Museu contains a collection of thousands of items from the sculptor Frederic Marès.
~1110 ftSW
14th-century Gothic basilica with views
Bar Del Pi, Barcelona
6 min walk • Santa Maria del Pi is a 15th-century Gothic church in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It is situated on the Plaça del Pi, in the Barri Gòtic district of the city.
~40 ftSE
Monuments and statues
Topos V, Barcelona
1 min walk • Topos V, or simply Topos, is a sculpture by the Basque artist Eduardo Chillida, standing at Plaça del Rei in the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona.
~260 ftS
Remains of 4 Roman temple columns
Temple d'August, Barcelona
2 min walk • The Temple of Augustus in Barcelona was a Roman temple built during the Imperial period in the colony of Barcino. The temple was the central building on Tàber Hill, currently in Carrer del Paradís number 10, in the city's so-called Gothic Quarter. The dedication to Augustus is traditional, but unproven.
~1020 ftE
Museum, Specialty museum, Shopping
Museu Tèxtil i d'Indumentària, Barcelona
5 min walk • The Museu Tèxtil i d'Indumentària, in English Textile and Clothing Museum, is a museum opened on 1982 and located in the Palau Reial de Pedralbes in Barcelona. The museum possesses countless objects and pieces of major artistic and historical value that make up their collections of garments, fabrics and jewellery.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Plaça del Rei open?

Plaça del Rei is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday closed
Thursday closed
Friday closed
Saturday closed
Sunday 12 pm - 1 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Plaça del Rei?

Nearby attractions include Topos V, Barcelona (1 min walk), Chapel of Santa Àgata, Barcelona (1 min walk), Casa Padellàs, Barcelona (1 min walk), Museum of the History of Barcelona, Barcelona (1 min walk).

How to get to Plaça del Rei by public transport?

The nearest stations to Plaça del Rei:

Bus

Via Laietana - Pl. Ramon Berenguer • Lines: 47, N28, N8, V15, V17 (2 min walk)
Via Laietana - Pl Ramon Berenguer • Lines: 120, 47, N28, N8, V15, V17 (2 min walk)

Metro

Jaume I • Lines: L4 (2 min walk)
Liceu • Lines: L3 (8 min walk)

Train

Barcelona - Estació de França (11 min walk)
Barcelona - Plaça Catalunya (13 min walk)

Ferry

Puerto de Barcelona (18 min walk)
Barcelona (30 min walk)

Tram

Wellington • Lines: T4 (19 min walk)
Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica • Lines: T4 (21 min walk)