Jardins de les Infantes

Jardins de Magalí, also known as Jardins de les Infantes, is a small neighborhood park in the Les Corts district of Barcelona, tucked between apartment blocks at Carrer Vallespir 194. It's not a place travelers set out to visit on its own, but it's worth knowing about if you're heading to Camp Nou — the stadium sits less than a kilometer away.

How do you get there?

The park covers roughly 0.68 hectares, bordered by the Duran i Bas school, the Les Corts municipal sports complex, Carrer Vallespir, and Travessera de les Corts. The closest bus stop, Les Corts-Vallespir, is a few steps from the entrance, and the area is served by more than a dozen bus lines (including 54, 59, 78, H8, V5, V7, and X43). Metro lines L3 and L5 also reach the district, followed by a short walk of a few hundred meters. For anyone visiting Camp Nou or Pedralbes, this is a natural, quiet stop along the way rather than a destination in itself.

What's the history behind this place?

The site has a longer history than its current appearance suggests. Until the 1970s it held a farmhouse called Can Cuyàs, also known as Gasparó, built between 1775 and 1785. Barcelona City Council bought the property back in 1934, intending to use it for a school and a public park. The farmhouse itself wasn't demolished until the 1970s, when the Duran i Bas school complex — which still borders the garden today — was built.

The more interesting layer is the sporting history of the neighborhood: the old Camp de les Corts, FC Barcelona's stadium from 1922 to 1957 and the direct predecessor of today's Camp Nou, stood in this same part of the district. That makes the area around Jardins de Magalí a small piece of the club's story, even though no trace of the old ground remains.

The name "Magalí" comes from a song within "Mireio," the epic poem by Provençal poet Frédéric Mistral. At some point the park was renamed Jardins de les Infantes, and in 2019 the city restored its original name, Jardins de Magalí. Both names still circulate on maps and in guides, so don't be surprised to see either one used.

What will you find inside?

This is a classic neighborhood park — small, quiet, surrounded by residential buildings, and largely free of tourist crowds. Mature trees, including palms, and shrubs frame circular flower beds throughout the grounds. The layout is simple and practical: a children's playground, table tennis tables, a petanque court, and a basketball court. It's built for the daily life of Les Corts residents rather than for sightseers — a calm counterpoint to the busier attractions in the city center.

When is the best time to visit?

The park is public and free to enter, like most of Barcelona's municipal gardens, with no fixed visiting hours to plan around. Mornings and late afternoons are the most pleasant times, when the sun is gentler and local families use the playground and game tables. Treat it as a short stopover between Camp Nou and the Palau de Pedralbes rather than a full-day destination.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Jardins de Magalí and Jardins de les Infantes the same place? Yes. It's the same park in Les Corts — formerly called Jardins de les Infantes, and renamed back to its original name, Jardins de Magalí, in 2019.

How far is it from Camp Nou? FC Barcelona's stadium is about 1 kilometer away, roughly a 10-15 minute walk.

Is there an entrance fee? No, it's a public municipal park, free to enter with no restricted hours typical of paid attractions.

How is this different from the Jardins del Palau de Pedralbes? They're two separate places. Jardins de Magalí is a small neighborhood park with no connection to the palace, while the Jardins del Palau de Pedralbes are the extensive historic gardens of a former royal residence, located in the same general area of Barcelona.