The Expiatory Temple of the Sagrada Familia, also known as the Sagrada Familia, is a Catholic basilica designed by Antoni Gaudí. Construction began in 1882 and is still ongoing. It is widely considered Gaudí's masterpiece and a standout example of Catalan modernist architecture. The Sagrada Familia is one of the most visited sites in Spain and the second most visited church in Europe after St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican.
Admission:
People with a disability of 65% or more are entitled to free admission with an assistant. Tickets can now be purchased online with a "disabled" rate for all entrance options to the Sagrada Familia, including single entry, audio guide, and audio guide + tours. The only part of the Sagrada Familia that is not accessible to wheelchair users is the towers of the basilica.
Accessibility:
The Sagrada Familia is easily accessible by several bus lines and the tourist bus, and by Metro Line 2 at the "Sagrada Familia" stop, which has an elevator leading to Calle Marina in front of the cathedral.
Casa Milà, also known as “La Pedrera”, is a modernist building designed by Antoni Gaudí and built between 1906 and 1910 in the Eixample district of Barcelona on Paseo de Gracia. The house was commissioned by Pedro Milá y Camps and Roser Segimon. Since its opening to the public in 1987, it has received over 20 million visits, making it one of the top ten most visited places in Barcelona.
Casa Milà is a testament to Gaudí's artistic achievement and belongs to his naturalist period, in which he perfected his personal style inspired by organic forms and implemented new structural solutions based on ruled geometry. In addition to its structural richness, Gaudí's works also feature imaginative ornamental creations and a certain baroque style. Since 2013, La Pedrera has been owned by the Catalunya-La Pedrera Foundation, which is responsible for organizing exhibitions, activities, and visits.
Admission:
Special rates are available for disabled individuals upon presentation of a disability card.
Accessibility:
Both visits are located in the heart of the city on Paseo de Gracia and can be reached by several bus and metro lines, as well as the tourist bus.
Casa Batlló is a building designed by Antoni Gaudí and located at 43 Passeig de Gracia. It was originally a remodeling of a previous building designed by Emilio Sala Cortés and is part of the so-called "apple of discord," a block that also features the Amatller house by architect Puig y Cadafalch and the Lleó Morera house by architect Lluis Domenech. Casa Batlló was built between 1904 and 1906 and is a representation of Gaudí's artistic plenitude.
Admission:
Special rates are available for disabled individuals upon presentation of a disability card.
Accessibility:
Both visits are located in the heart of the city on Paseo de Gracia and can be reached by several bus and metro lines, as well as the tourist bus.
Park Güell is a public park featuring gardens and architectural elements located in the Gracia district of Barcelona, on the southern slope of Mount Carmel. It was designed by architect Antoni Gaudi for businessman Eusebi Guell between 1900 and 1914, and opened to the public in 1926.
The park served as a testing ground for many of the ideas that Gaudi later incorporated into the Sagrada Familia. Many of the symbols found in the park have political and religious significance, reflecting the strong Catalanist and religious beliefs of both Gaudi and Guell.
Park Güell has been designated a declared monument at both the Catalan and Spanish levels, and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Entrance:
For disabled visitors, admission to Park Güell is free, though tickets must still be "purchased" at the counters. The guide must pay for their own ticket.
Accessibility:
Park Güell is easily accessible by private car or taxi via the Carmel road, with parking spaces reserved for the disabled. It can also be reached by bus lines 24 and 92.
The Gran Teatro del Liceo de Barcelona, also known as El Liceu, is one of the most renowned theaters in the world, especially for opera. Located on the Ramblas, it has been a popular meeting place for the Catalan upper class, political and economic leaders, and the general public since 1847. The main rows of the theater were typically occupied by the wealthy and influential, while the upper floors were more affordable for the common people.
Previously, tickets without a specific seat were also available at lower prices, making the theater accessible to many Barcelonans. Today, side seats with limited visibility but with TV on the 4th and 5th floors are also offered at lower prices.
Entrance:
As the theater is not a public building, there are no discounts on admission. Visitors with reduced mobility must pay the full price.
Accessibility:
The Liceo has several entrances equipped with ramps and lifts, making it accessible for those with mobility issues. It can be reached by bus V13 and 59, or by metro line 3 at the "Liceu" stop.
Address and contact:
La Rambla, 51-59, 08002 Barcelona
Telephone: (+34) 934859900
Aquarium de Barcelone
The Aquàrium de Barcelona is located in Port Vell and is the largest aquarium in Catalonia. It opened in 1995 and features 35 aquariums containing over 11,000 animals from approximately 450 different species, many of which are native to the Mediterranean. This makes the Aquàrium de Barcelona the largest aquarium in the world dedicated to Mediterranean marine life. In 2015, it received over 1.5 million visitors.
Entrance:
As the aquarium is not a public building, there are no discounts on admission. Visitors with reduced mobility must pay the full price.
Accessibility:
The aquarium can be reached by private car or taxi via Ronda Litoral, with exits 21 and 22 leading to the Indigo C. C. Maremagnum parking lot. The aquarium offers a special rate of €10 for 12 hours of parking, which must be requested at the pay booth upon arrival.
La Boquería, also known as the Mercado de San José, is a popular market located on the Rambla in Barcelona. It is accessible for people with reduced mobility.
While the market was originally intended for local residents, it has become increasingly popular with tourists in recent years. It was inaugurated in 1840 as an outdoor market, located just outside the city walls on the Pla de la Boqueria esplanade, where farmers and itinerant vendors could sell their products without paying an entry tax.
Today, most of the customers are tourists looking to take a typical market photo, though there are also locals and restaurant owners who come to purchase goods. The market features stalls offering a wide variety of products, including exotic and local fruits, various sausages (embutidos), fish, vegetables, and more. It also has bars where you can taste local products.
La Boquería covers an area of 2,583 sq m and has over 300 stalls.
Admission:
I totally s free.
Accessibility:
La Boquería is easily accessible by various forms of public transportation, including the metro (line 3), trains (lines R1, R7, and RG1), and buses (lines 59, B20, B25, and V13).
The Barcelona Zoological Park was inaugurated in 1892 and is accessible to those with reduced mobility. It is located in the Parque de la Ciudadela, which had available space following the Universal Exhibition of Barcelona in 1888. The zoo's first animals were donated by Lluis Marti and Codolar.
One of the unique features of the Barcelona Zoo is that visitors can get close to the animals, as the fences are open. The zoo is home to approximately 2,000 animals of 300 different species, as well as 1,300 trees, plants, and flowers. It is one of the largest animal collections in Europe.
The Barcelona Zoo gained widespread recognition due to the presence of Copito de Nieve, the only known albino gorilla in the world, who lived at the zoo from 1966 until his death in 2003.
Since October 2015, acrobatic displays featuring trained cetaceans have been prohibited in the dolphinarium as part of a municipal policy. However, the space is still open to the public for observation of the animals.
Entrance:
The zoo offers special rates for those with reduced mobility and other disabilities.
Accessibility:
The zoo has designated parking spaces for those with reduced mobility at the Paseo Picasso and Paseo Marques Argentera confluence. Once inside the park, all attractions are accessible by wheelchair.
Metro: L1 Marina and Arc de Triomf / L4 Barceloneta and Ciutadella
By Tram: Ciutadella - Vila Olímpica (T4)
By Train - Renfe: Arc de Triomf to Estació de França
By Tourist Bus and also red line Zoo stop
On bus: D20, H14, H16, V21, V22
Address and contact:
Parc de la Ciutadella s/n 08003 Barcelona
Telephone (+34) 937065656
Parc d'Attractions Tibidabo
Tibidabo Amusement Park is an accessible park for people with reduced mobility. It is located in the Collserola mountain range and offers stunning views of Barcelona and, on clear days, even the island of Mallorca.
The park is home to a variety of attractions, including the plane, the watchtower, and the Ferris wheel. Tibidabo Amusement Park is the oldest active park in Spain, the third oldest in Europe, and one of the oldest in the world, having opened in 1901.
The park is divided into six levels, which can be accessed by ramps, stairs, and two lifts connecting the different sections.
Admission/Entrance: There is a special ticket for those with functional diversity, which can be obtained by presenting a certificate of disability or a disability card along with a government-issued ID or passport at the green box office located at the main entrance of the park (next to the Customer Service Office and in front of the Talaia attraction). The ticket costs €7 (with one free accompanying person) and includes access to all attractions and shows, as well as a round trip on the Funicular.
Accessibility: There are several ways to get to the amusement park:
Private car: the park's car park has 12 places reserved for PRM and the pavement is asphalt, homogeneous and non-slip. Entrance: The entrance to the park from Plaza del Tibidabo is accessible, with no differences in level. The door is 120 cm wide. The locker counters have a height of 88 cm.
Funicular: Lower Funicular Station (Plaza Doctor Andreu)
Hours and frequencies: On days when the Amusement Park is open: from 10:25 a.m. until 15 minutes after the Park closes, every 15 minutes.On days when only the Panoramic Area is open: From 10:55 a.m. to 15 minutes after the venue closes, every 15 minutes
TibiBus: Kennedy Square - Funicular Lower Station (Doctor Andreu Square)
Times and frequencies: From 10:30 a.m. until the closing of the Park or the Panoramic Area. On days when the Amusement Park is open: every 10 minutes, On days when only the Panoramic Area is open: every 20 minutes
Address and contact:
Plaça del Tibidabo, 3, 4, 08035 Barcelona
Telephone (+34) 932117942
Opinions sur Barcelone
Lisa
22 avr. 2025
4,0
Most metro stations have lifts but you can find out what ones don’t via the internet. Pavements all have drop kerbs and are easy to navigate
Lisa
14 avr. 2025
5,0
Have always found most areas suitable and most metro stations are scooter friendly with lifts etc but is easy to find info on the internet regarding what stations are accessible and those that are not
Stanley
10 avr. 2025
4,0
For the most part, with the wheelchair, we were able to do most things.
Maedhbh
30 mars 2025
4,0
I think the gothic quarter is a bit hard with the cobble stones and also on Laeitana it was hard to pass by with all the roadworks as the passage ways were narrow and many large groups would not let you pass etc.
Votre Barcelone Guide
Welcome to Barcelona, a city that is constantly improving its accessibility and mobility for all visitors. As one of the most popular destinations in the world, it's no surprise that over 12 million people visited Barcelona in 2019.
This vibrant city offers a wide range of tourist attractions, including world-class gastronomy and leisure options. From the accessible beaches to the adapted excursions and theme parks, there are endless opportunities to discover and enjoy all that Barcelona has to offer.
To help you make the most of your visit, www.motion4rent.com has compiled a list of important information, including accessible restaurants and other offers for travelers with reduced mobility. We hope you have a fantastic stay in Barcelona!
Office du tourisme
In Barcelona there are many tourist information points, but we will detail the most important:
Plaça Catalunya Office
The Plaza Catalunya Information Point is a 700 square meter facility located in the heart of the city, providing tourist and cultural information in multiple languages. The staff at Barcelona Tourism have been trained to assist visitors with special needs.
The office is underground, with a stairlift platform available for use by people in wheelchairs at one of the two entrances. To access the office, you will need to go down a set of stairs similar to a metro entrance. Inside, there are two low-height information desks to accommodate visitors in wheelchairs.
If you need any listings or information to be printed in enlarged font, you can request this service from the staff. The store at the Plaza Catalunya Information Point also sells gift items featuring iconic symbols of Barcelona.
Address and contact:
Plaça Catalunya 17-S 08002 Barcelona
Telephone: (+34) 932853834
Cathedral Office
Located in the heart of the Gothic Quarter, next to the Barcelona Cathedral, is another tourist information point run by Barcelona Tourism. The staff at this location have also received training on how to assist visitors with special needs.
The entrance from Carrer dels Arcs is almost at street level, with a 2 cm projection. However, the entrance from Capellans street has a 12 cm high step. The counter at this information point is 115 cm high.
There are tourist information offices managed by both the Generalitat and the Barcelona Provincial Council at the Barcelona - El Prat airport. The staff at these locations have received training on how to assist visitors with special needs.
While the height of the counter may not be suitable for people in wheelchairs, the staff are always courteous and willing to serve these visitors from the other side of the counter.
Address and contact:
Aeroport del Prat - Terminal 1 and 2 (B), El Prat - Barcelona
Barcelona Airport, also known as Barcelona-El Prat, is located 16 kilometers south of the city. As required by Regulation (EC) 1107/2006 of the European Parliament, the airport offers a free care and assistance service for passengers with reduced mobility.
This service is available to all passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility and can be requested at least 48 hours in advance to ensure a smooth journey from the moment you arrive at the airport. To request the service, you can call the telephone number (+34) 91 321 10 00 or submit an online request.
Barcelona's port:
The port of Barcelona is fully accessible to disabled tourists, with elevators available at all major locations to make it easy to navigate the area in a wheelchair.
Additionally, the Blue Bus (cruise shuttle bus service) is also adapted for travelers with reduced mobility.
Train:
Barcelona is well-connected by train, making it easy to travel to France, other parts of Spain, and within Catalonia.
Renfe, the main rail transport company in Spain, offers a personalized assistance service called ATENDO for travelers with disabilities.
contact:
Telephone: (+34) 902 240 505.
email: oca.accesibilidad@renfe.es
To request assistance from ATENDO, you must make the request at least 12 hours before the departure of your train. Be sure to clearly specify your disability and any specific needs you have for your trip.
The main train stations in Barcelona, Estació de Sants and Estació de França, offer a permanent assistance service. If you need assistance at these stations, you can simply present yourself at the customer service center at least 30 minutes before the departure of your train.
Once you arrive at your destination, www.motion4rent.com can provide transportation to your hotel or other desired location. If you need to reserve a vehicle with www.motion4rent.com, be sure to select the "delivery" option for airport pickup, which is typically an optional service.
Metro:
Barcelona is a benchmark city for Europe in this sense, since the entire Barcelona metro network is accessible, except for a few stations (13 of the total 165 stations).
Stations pending adaptation:
Line 1 (L1): Plaça de Sants, Espanya, Urquinaona and Clot
Line 3 (L3): Spain
Line 4 (L4): Maragall, Verdaguer, Urquinaona and Ciutadella-Vila Olímpica
Line 5 (L5): Virrei Amat, Maragall, Verdaguer and Plaça de Sants
Bus:
Barcelona's public bus system is fully accessible for people with disabilities, with over 1,000 urban and intercity buses that are low-rise and equipped with a boarding and disembarking ramp and reserved space for people with reduced mobility, wheelchair users, and those with strollers. These buses are available both during the day and at night, as well as on neighborhood routes.
Like the metro, the ticket validation machines on buses emit acoustic and visual messages to ensure that people with visual or hearing impairments can confirm that their ticket has been properly validated. The public address system in bus shelters and on buses is also being progressively implemented, along with visual information displays.
Taxi:
People with reduced mobility can request the service of an adapted taxi in Barcelona, which provides the same service as a regular taxi at the same rates. These vehicles are equipped to accommodate passengers with disabilities and operate using a meter.
It's worth noting that Barcelona taxis may apply supplements for trips to train stations, the airport, cruise terminals, as well as for luggage and special nights.
Plages adaptées / accessibles
Barcelona's beaches are also accessible for people with disabilities. Nova Icària beach, Sant Miquel beach, and the Forum bathing area all offer bathroom support services and accessible changing rooms. The Nova Icària beach, in particular, has an inclusive changing room that is fully accessible for people with reduced mobility.
The service at these beaches includes areas with inclusive changing rooms equipped with amphibious chairs, lifting cranes, life jackets, and parasols. There is also a team of 9 qualified aquatic lifeguards available to assist people with reduced mobility who need personal and technical help to access the water. Staff are also present to control access and ensure the proper use of the facility.
All of Barcelona's beaches have accessible parking, routes to the beach, visual and tactile signage and information, adapted toilets, wooden paths to the water, and adapted showers with chairs. There is also adapted public transportation available to facilitate access to the beaches. In particular, the Nova Icaria beach offers the following accessibility features.
The beach of “Nova Icaria”
Nova Icària beach is located east of the Port Olímpic and is characterized by the metallic fish sculpture designed by architect Frank Gehry. This beach was created as part of the urbanization of Vila Olímpica in the 1980s, when Barcelona made a commitment to creating an accessible coastline that was open to the city.
The Nova Icària beach offers the following services: rescue and first aid, Town Guard, beach information point, luggage storage, adapted showers and toilets, changing rooms adapted for people with reduced mobility, children's play area, hammocks, parasols, drinks and ice cream kiosks, sports equipment, restaurants, Wi-Fi, and a bathroom support service for people with reduced mobility.
The accessible beaches with bathing support service also have a changing room, amphibious chairs, a lifting crane, life jackets, parasols, and a volunteer service to help people with reduced mobility get in and out of the water and enjoy bathing. This service is available by reservation at 623 450 890.
Entrance:
Entrance to the beach is completely free, the Red Cross has staff that can help you on the following dates and times:
June: weekends and holidays
July, August and the first fortnight of September: every day
Second fortnight of September: weekends and holidays
Accessibility:
Bus Line: H16, V21, V34, V25, V27 and 59, by Metro such as Line 4 (L4), Ciutadella – Vila Olímpica and Bogatell stations
Once on the beach you will have access to the water through ramps. They also have booths to change, umbrellas, showers with chairs, lifting cranes and other amenities for people with reduced mobility.
Quartiers / zones
Accessible and free tour of Barcelona:
This section presents a 100% accessible route for exploring many of the highlights of Barcelona in a wheelchair. The route starts on the Ramblas, which are fully accessible and offer the opportunity to stop for a bite to eat at the Boqueria market. From there, we will continue to the pedestrianized Gothic Quarter, home to the Cathedral of Barcelona and several shopping streets, such as Portaferrissa Street.
Next, we will visit the Born neighborhood and its narrow alleys, where we can stop for a drink or explore the converted Born market, now home to theaters and exhibition halls. If we have time, we can also visit the Raval neighborhood, about a 20-minute walk or wheelchair ride from El Born. Although the Raval neighborhood is not as accessible as some other areas, it is still worth a visit to see the MACBA museum or relax on the terraces of Avenida del Paralelo.
This tour covers a lot of ground and will surely leave you tired and ready to return to your hotel for some rest. However, there are many other corners of Barcelona to discover if you have the time and energy.
The Ramblas
The Ramblas are a must-see for anyone visiting Barcelona. Along this bustling street, you will find iconic buildings like the Gran Teatre del Liceu (the Barcelona opera house), the Palau de la Virreina, and the famous Boquería market. The Ramblas are a hub of activity, with a diverse mix of street performers, tourists, and locals all coming together to experience the unique atmosphere of this vibrant city. From the Ramblas, you can easily access the Gothic Quarter, the port area, Paseo de Gracia, and more.
As the main tourist hub in the city, the Ramblas are fully accessible for wheelchair users.
Maritime area:
Beyond the end of Las Ramblas, you will find the maritime area, which includes the commercial port and Port Vell. Both of these areas are well-adapted for wheelchair users, with few architectural barriers. You can enjoy a range of bars, restaurants, and a lively atmosphere in both places.
If you continue on, you will reach the Barceloneta neighborhood, a charming seaside neighborhood in Barcelona that is relatively easy to navigate in a wheelchair as long as you stick to the main roads or promenade.
Paseo de Gracia
Passeig de Gracia is an elegant and stately street that connects Plaza Catalunya with the Gracia neighborhood. It is named after the neighborhood it leads to and is home to some of the best examples of modernist architecture in Barcelona. This avenue is like an open-air museum, featuring landmarks such as La Pedrera and Casa Batlló by Gaudí, the Amatller house by Puig i Cadafalch, and the Lleó Morera house by Domènech i Montaner. The street is also adorned with Gaudí's organic pavement and Pere Falqués lampposts with white mosaic benches. In addition to its architectural treasures, Passeig de Gracia is also known for its high-end shops and businesses.
Restaurants adaptés / accessibles
Escamarlá Restaurant https://happy.es/lescamarla/
Located on the Bogatell promenade, it is known for its good rice dishes and seafood, as well as having privileged views.
Restaurant accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Location and how to get there: Paseo Marítimo del Bogatell nº 40, you can get there by metro with lines L1 and L4, by train with lines R2N, R2s, R3, R4 and R7 and with buses 59, H16, V23 and V27
Contact:
Telephone (+34) 932 211 366
Email: escamarla@happy.es
Tragaluz Restaurant http://grupotragaluz.com/
The Tragaluz group has several restaurants throughout Spain, but one of the best known is Barcelona, where they serve delicious salads and a wide variety of Italian and Catalan dishes.
This restaurant is accessible for people with reduced mobility
Location and how to get there: Located at Passatge de la Concepción nº 5, it can be reached by metro lines L3 and L5 and buses 24, 67, 7, B23 and H10.
Restaurant accessible for people with reduced mobility and also its bathrooms.
Location and how to get there: Located on Paseo Joan de Borbó nº 73, it can be reached by metro line L4, by train with lines R15, R2S, RG1 and S2 or by bus with numbers V15 and V19.
