The Four Columns, Barcelona

Name: The Four Columns
Address: Plaça del Marquès de Foronda, Barcelona, 08038, Spain

#193 among attractions in Barcelona

Josep Puig i Cadafalch, Memorial site

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Facts and practical information

The Four Columns are four Ionic columns originally created by Josep Puig i Cadafalch in Barcelona, Spain. They were erected in 1919, where the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc now stands. ()

Local name: Las Cuatro Columnas Coordinates: 41°22'14"N, 2°9'8"E

Address

Plaça del Marquès de ForondaSants-Montjuïg (Parc de Montjuïc)Barcelona 08038 Spain

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The Four Columns – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, CaixaForum Barcelona, Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, Fundació Joan Miró.

~900 ftSE
11th- to 20th-century Catalan art museum
Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, Barcelona
5 min walk • Perched majestically atop Barcelona's Montjuïc hill, the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC) is not only a beacon of cultural heritage but also an architectural marvel. This grand museum, housed in the Palau Nacional, showcases an extensive collection of Catalan...
~820 ftNW
Contemporary arts center in old factory
CaixaForum Barcelona, Barcelona
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona, CaixaForum Barcelona is a modern art gallery that has become a beacon of contemporary culture and a must-visit destination for art enthusiasts. Housed in a former textile factory, this museum is an exemplary model of modernist...
~240 ftNW
Fountain
Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, Barcelona
2 min walk • The Magic Fountain of Montjuïc is a captivating spectacle in the heart of Barcelona, Spain, combining water, light, and music in a mesmerizing display that has enchanted visitors since its inception. Created for the 1929 International Exposition, the fountain is a...
0.4 miE
Hilltop modern art museum honoring Miro
Fundació Joan Miró, Barcelona
11 min walk • Perched on the hill of Montjuïc in Barcelona, Spain, the Fundació Joan Miró stands as a beacon of modern art, dedicated to the life and works of the illustrious Catalan painter, sculptor, and ceramicist Joan Miró. Founded by Miró himself in 1975, the museum is a...
~1220 ftSW
Spanish regional architecture museum
Poble Espanyol, Barcelona
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona, Poble Espanyol is a unique open-air museum that offers visitors a taste of Spain without leaving the city. Built in 1929 for the Barcelona International Exhibition, this architectural museum was designed to encapsulate the essence of...
0.5 miS
Huge indoor arena for sports and concerts
Palau Sant Jordi, Barcelona
14 min walk • Palau Sant Jordi, an emblem of Barcelona's sporting architecture, is a versatile indoor arena nestled on the Montjuïc hill. Inaugurated in 1990 for the 1992 Summer Olympics, it was designed by the renowned Japanese architect Arata Isozaki, and has since become a key...
0.4 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Barcelona
12 min walk • The Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys is an emblematic sports venue nestled in the picturesque Montjuïc area of Barcelona, Spain. Originally constructed in 1927 for the International Exposition, it was extensively renovated in the late 1980s to serve as the main stadium...
~1820 ftS
Sport venue, Sport, Water park
Piscines Bernat Picornell, Barcelona
9 min walk • Piscines Bernat Picornell is a swimming venue situated in the Olympic Ring in Montjuïc, Barcelona. The venue consists of three swimming pools: a 50m indoor pool, a 50m outdoor pool, and a pool for diving.
~560 ftW
Architectural lectures and exhibitions
Barcelona Pavilion, Barcelona
3 min walk • The Barcelona Pavilion, also known as the German Pavilion, is an emblematic structure in the city of Barcelona, Spain. Originally designed by the renowned architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, this building is a masterpiece of modern architecture and a key reference...
0.5 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Specialty museum
Anella Olímpica, Barcelona
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona, the Anella Olímpica, or Olympic Ring, stands as a testament to the city's vibrant sporting history. This expansive sports complex was a focal point of the 1992 Summer Olympics, an event that not only showcased the world's premier...
~1800 ftNW
Square
Plaça d'Espanya, Barcelona
9 min walk • Plaça d'Espanya is one of Barcelona's most important squares, built on the occasion of the 1929 Barcelona International Exposition, held at the foot of Montjuïc, in the Sants-Montjuïc district.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Four Columns?

Nearby attractions include Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, Barcelona (2 min walk), Barcelona Pavilion, Barcelona (3 min walk), CaixaForum Barcelona, Barcelona (4 min walk), Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, Barcelona (5 min walk).

How to get to The Four Columns by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Four Columns:

Bus

Pl de Carles Buïgas • Lines: 13, 150 (3 min walk)
Av Ferrer i Guàrdia - Mèxic • Lines: 13, 150 (4 min walk)

Metro

Plaça Espanya • Lines: L8 (9 min walk)
Espanya • Lines: L1, L3 (9 min walk)

Train

Parc de Montjuïc (15 min walk)
Barcelona - Sants (22 min walk)