The Historical Botanical Garden of Barcelona, another hidden gem of this wonderful city, can be found just a few meters from the Albéniz palace, the Versailles of Montjuïc, near the Olympic Stadium. It is a beautiful garden, founded in 1930 by Dr. Pius Font i Quer.
This garden stands out for its unique location in two natural depressions known as “la Foixarda” and “el Sot de la Masia,” which provide a cool and humid microclimate ideal for a varied collection of plants. The garden specializes in Mediterranean flora and has species from various regions of the world with similar climates, such as California, South Africa and Australia. ☀️🌍
In addition, it houses specimens of rare trees and plants, some of them centuries old, which make this space an important point of reference for botanical conservation.
A walk through this beautiful garden will be unforgettable, it is ideal to enjoy a peaceful environment, surrounded by lush vegetation and picturesque corners, while learning about the richness and diversity of Mediterranean flora. It is an ideal place for nature and botany lovers in the heart of Barcelona. 🌳🌴🌹🪻
If you are looking for peace and quiet, you will definitely find it during the week. On Sundays from 3 pm onwards, entry is free. 🌄
Address:
📍Av. dels Montanyans, 26, Sants-Montjuïc, 08038 Barcelona
Website: https://museuciencies.cat/el-nat/les-seus/jardi-botanic-historic-2/
Address: Av. dels Montanyans, 26, Sants-Montjuïc, 08038 Barcelona