Venetian Towers, Barcelona

Name: Venetian Towers
Address: Plaça Espanya, Barcelona, 08004, Spain

#117 among attractions in Barcelona

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Facts and practical information

The Venetian Towers is the popular name for a pair of towers on Avinguda de la Reina Maria Cristina at its junction with Plaça d'Espanya in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. There is one tower on either side of the street. ()

Local name: Torres venecianas Architectural style: HistoricismCoordinates: 41°22'27"N, 2°8'60"E

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Plaça EspanyaSants-Montjuïg (Parc de Montjuïc)Barcelona 08004 Spain

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Day trips

Venetian Towers – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, CaixaForum Barcelona, Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, Poble Espanyol.

0.4 miSE
11th- to 20th-century Catalan art museum
Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, Barcelona
12 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...
~960 ftS
Contemporary arts center in old factory
CaixaForum Barcelona, Barcelona
5 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...
~1160 ftSE
Fountain
Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, Barcelona
6 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 miS
Spanish regional architecture museum
Poble Espanyol, Barcelona
10 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...
0.6 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Water park
Piscines Bernat Picornell, Barcelona
15 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.
~1310 ftS
Architectural lectures and exhibitions
Barcelona Pavilion, Barcelona
7 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...
~400 ftNW
Square
Plaça d'Espanya, Barcelona
2 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.
0.6 miSE
Fountain
Font del Gat, Barcelona
16 min walk • Font del Gat is a fountain in Barcelona included in the Inventory of the Architectural Heritage of Catalonia. Font del Gat translates to Cat's Fountain in English. It is located within the Jardins de Laribal, in Montjuïc. The fountain is located inside an arch made of rough stone.
~1620 ftN
Monuments and statues, Joan Miró, Park
Dona i Ocell, Barcelona
8 min walk • Dona i Ocell is a 22-metre high sculpture by Joan Miró located in the Parc Joan Miró in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. The sculpture was covered in tiles by the artist's collaborator Joan Gardy Artigas.
0.5 miSE
Museum, Archaeological museum, History museum
Archaeology Museum of Catalonia, Barcelona
13 min walk • The Archaeology Museum of Catalonia is an archaeological museum with five venues that exposes the most important archaeological collection of Catalonia, focusing on prehistoric times and ancient history.
0.5 miSE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Teatre Lliure, Barcelona
12 min walk • The Teatre Lliure is a theatre in Barcelona, Spain, considered one of the most prestigious in Catalonia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Venetian Towers open?

Venetian Towers is open:

Monday 24h
Tuesday 24h
Wednesday 24h
Thursday 24h
Friday 24h
Saturday 24h
Sunday 24h

Which popular attractions are close to Venetian Towers?

Nearby attractions include Fira de Barcelona, Barcelona (2 min walk), Plaça d'Espanya, Barcelona (2 min walk), Avinguda de la Reina Maria Cristina, Barcelona (3 min walk), CaixaForum Barcelona, Barcelona (5 min walk).

How to get to Venetian Towers by public transport?

The nearest stations to Venetian Towers:

Bus

Pl Espanya - Av Reina Maria Cristina • Lines: 13, 165, 23, 46, 65, 79, E80, E86, L80, L86 (1 min walk)
Fira Barcelona • Lines: 165, 65 (1 min walk)

Metro

Plaça Espanya • Lines: L8 (2 min walk)
Espanya • Lines: L1, L3 (3 min walk)

Train

Barcelona - Sants (16 min walk)
Parc de Montjuïc (20 min walk)

Tram

L'illa • Lines: T1, T2, T3 (34 min walk)
Numància • Lines: T1, T2, T3 (36 min walk)