Parc de Joan Miró

Parc de Joan Miró is an urban park in Barcelona's Eixample district, sitting right beside Plaça d'Espanya and separated from the square by the former Las Arenas bullring. Named after the Catalan surrealist painter Joan Miró, it's a practical stop for anyone combining a walk around Espanya with a visit to Montjuïc.

Where exactly is the park?

The park sits in the northwestern part of Eixample, directly adjacent to Plaça d'Espanya and the Las Arenas complex — the old bullring now converted into a shopping and leisure centre with a rooftop viewing terrace. Because of this position, the park often ends up on the route of visitors linking Montjuïc with the rest of Eixample.

How do you get there?

The metro is the simplest option: Plaça d'Espanya station (lines L1 and L3) is only a few minutes' walk away. The same hub is served by city buses running along Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes and Avinguda del Paral·lel. For anyone finishing a visit to Montjuïc, the park makes a convenient stop on the way back toward the city centre.

What is there to see?

The park's core is a stretch of urban greenery that acts as a local breathing space for this part of Eixample — a spot where residents go for a daily walk, rest under the trees, or where visitors pause between sightseeing stops. Its proximity to Las Arenas means you can easily continue on to the former bullring's rooftop terrace, which offers views over Montjuïc and the surrounding city.

Why is the park named after Joan Miró?

The name honours Joan Miró, one of the most significant Catalan artists of the 20th century, known for his surrealist work and distinctive, colourful visual language. Naming the park after him fits Barcelona's broader habit of dedicating public spaces to its own cultural figures.

When is the best time to visit?

The park works year-round, functioning as a quiet break from the surrounding streets in any season. Morning or late-afternoon hours, when temperatures are cooler, are the most comfortable time for a longer walk, especially in summer when midday heat in Barcelona can be intense.

How much time should you set aside?

Given its compact size, half an hour to an hour is enough to walk through the park at a relaxed pace. It works well as a short break between exploring Plaça d'Espanya, Las Arenas, and continuing on toward Montjuïc or central Eixample.

Frequently asked questions

How do you get to Parc de Joan Miró? The fastest way is by metro to Plaça d'Espanya station (lines L1 and L3), from where the park is a few minutes' walk. Several bus lines serving this part of Barcelona also stop nearby.

Is there an entrance fee? No — it's an open public urban park, so visiting is free at any time.

What's nearby the park? Right next door is the former Las Arenas bullring, now a shopping centre with a rooftop viewing terrace, along with Plaça d'Espanya itself, known for its fountain and views toward Montjuïc.

Why is the park named after Joan Miró? It's a tribute to the Catalan surrealist painter Joan Miró, whose work is closely tied to the cultural identity of Barcelona and Catalonia.