
Arc De Triomf and Paseo Luis I Companys
Designed by Josep Vilaseca as a gateway to a promenade with wrought iron lamp posts leading to the 1888 Universal Exposition in Parc de la Ciutadella.
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In front of the Entrance to the Zoo is the General Juan Prim statue (12 December 1814 to 30 December 1870) was a Spanish general and statesman who was briefly Prime Minister of Spain until his assassination. He was also responsible for the demolition of the old citadel fortress which is now parc Ciutadella.
Barcelona Zoo
Located in the parc Ciutadella. Due to the availability of buildings which were left empty after the universal exposition of 1888 a zoo was inaugurated in 1892, during the day of the Merce, (24th September) the patron saint of the city. The first animals were donated by Lluis Marta i Codolar to the municipality of Barcelona. Nowadays, with one of the most substantial collections of animals in Europe, the zoo affirms that their aim is to conserve, investigate, and educate. From 1966 to 2003 the zoo was home to the famous albino gorilla snowflake, who attracted many international tourists and locals.
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Designed by Josep Vilaseca as a gateway to a promenade with wrought iron lamp posts leading to the 1888 Universal Exposition in Parc de la Ciutadella.
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Park with gold topped chariot waterfall monument, built for the 1888 Universal Exposition. Park was built on the site of huge demolished citadel fortress.
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Former Arsenal of the Citadel fortress, one of the few surviving citadel buildings. Not tourist attraction however it is possible to organise an interior visit.
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Cafe-restaurant by Domenech i Montaner for 1888 universal exhibition along with two green houses. Former natural sciences museum. Closed for refurbishment.
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Exhibition space & archaeological ruins. Designed by architect Antoni Rovira i Trias. Former food market for the wholesale of fruit and vegetables.
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Chocolate origins in South America, cultivation & arrival in Europe. Mythical & medicinal properties, nutritional values & traditions of chocolate consumption.
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Former monastery that was taken over to make officers barracks in the citadel and now Ruins and civic centre within a courtyard with a chic cafe bar.
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Barcelona Zoo opening hours
The zoo opens at 10:00h every day and closes approximately when it gets dark. See example times below.
March 28th to April 30th: 10:00h to 18:00h
May 1st to September: 10:00h to 19:00h
October 1st to October 23rd: 10:00h to 18:00h
October 24th to March 27th: 10:00h to 17:30h
Consult the Barcelona zoo website opening hours section to check for the day you would like to visit.
Barcelona zoo is inside the grounds of Parc Cuitadella with step free access and paved paths so is OK for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
There is a free wheelchair service for people who do not normally need it but who can make it easier for them to visit the Zoo.
The zoo has lockers. No issues visiting the zoo with small bags such as a 10L rucksack.
Nearest Bicycle anchorage is in front of the entrance to the zoo.
Address: Parc De la Cuitadella S/N, Barcelona. 08003
Nearest TMB Metro is arc de triumfo on the red (L1) line and on the Renfe RODALIES train network. Also Estacio de Franca on the Renfe RODALIES and REGIONAL is nearby.
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Circular city walk in Barcelona via Arc de Triumf, Par cuitadella, Catalan Parliament, Barcelona Zoo, Born Cultural Centre, Chocolate museum and abandoned monastaery.
Distance: 3.96 Km
Difficulty: Easy
Return Travel Fare: T-Casual Zone 1
Transport Network: Barcelona Metro