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Barcelona Bus Turístic: routes, stops, prices and tickets

The sightseeing bus run by Transports de Barcelona (TMB) with Turisme de Barcelona, in service since 1987. Two routes, Blue and Red, with 36 stops on one ticket.

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A Barcelona Bus Turístic double-decker bus in 2017
Barcelona Bus Turístic in 2017. Photo: Wikimedia Commons
Routes
Blue RouteRed Route
Hours
9:00 to 19:00. Service starts between 9:00 and 9:30 at most stops; last departure 19:00 from Plaça de Catalunya on both routes.
Frequency
Every 10 to 25 minutes
Days
Runs every day except 1 January and 25 December
Audio guide
16 languages
Access
All buses have an access ramp and a wheelchair space inside the vehicle.

What to know

Bus Turístic is the operator to choose for uptown Barcelona (Tibidabo, Sarrià, Pedralbes) and the Montjuïc cable car, and if you want to buy now and decide the day later: tickets can be used within 180 days of purchase.

The Torre Glòries – 22@ stop (Red Route) has been cancelled since 19 January 2026. Alternative stop at 160 Carrer de Badajoz.

The Futbol Club Barcelona stop (Blue Route) is out of service.

Tickets and fares

Official fares, checked on 21 October 2026.

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Barcelona Bus Turístic 24-hour ticket

  • Validity: 24 hours
  • Routes: Blue RouteRed Route
  • Stops: 36 listed by the operator
  • Guide: Recorded audio guide, 16 languages
  • Access: Wheelchair ramp and space
  • Cancellation: Not stated by the operator; check with the booking provider
  • Season: All year

Data checked on the official website on 21 October 2026.

Adult€33Official fare. Child: €18
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Barcelona Bus Turístic 48-hour ticket

  • Validity: 48 hours
  • Routes: Blue RouteRed Route
  • Stops: 36 listed by the operator
  • Guide: Recorded audio guide, 16 languages
  • Access: Wheelchair ramp and space
  • Cancellation: Not stated by the operator; check with the booking provider
  • Season: All year

Data checked on the official website on 21 October 2026.

Adult€44Official fare. Child: €23
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Fare tables

Barcelona Bus Turístic 24-hour ticket

PassengerOfficial fare
Adult (13–64)€33
Senior (65+)€28
Disability (>33%)€28
Child (4–12)€18
Under 4Free

Official fare. The operator's official online store (Hola Barcelona) advertises 10% off online purchases.

Barcelona Bus Turístic 48-hour ticket

PassengerOfficial fare
Adult (13–64)€44
Senior (65+)€39
Disability (>33%)€39
Child (4–12)€23
Under 4Free

Official fare. The operator's official online store (Hola Barcelona) advertises 10% off online purchases.

Routes and stops

One ticket covers both routes. You can change route at shared stops.

Blue Route

From Plaça de Catalunya to FC Barcelona's stadium via Passeig de Gràcia, Park Güell, Tibidabo and Pedralbes. Duration: about 2 hours.

  1. Plaça de Catalunya
  2. Casa Batlló – Museu Tàpies
  3. Passeig de Gràcia – La Pedrera
  4. Sant Pau Recinte Modernista
  5. Park Güell
  6. Tibidabo – Plaça Kennedy
  7. Sarrià
  8. Sant Antoni
  9. Eixample
  10. Francesc Macià
  11. Les Corts
  12. Futbol Club BarcelonaOut of service
  13. Palau Reial – Pavellons Güell
  14. Monestir de Pedralbes

Blue Route: stops, duration and map

Red Route

From Plaça de Catalunya to Arc de Triomf via Plaça d'Espanya, Montjuïc's Olympic Ring, the Fòrum and Sagrada Família. Duration: about 2 hours.

  1. Plaça de Catalunya
  2. Casa Batlló – Museu Tàpies
  3. Sant Antoni
  4. CaixaForum – Pavelló Mies van der Rohe
  5. Poble Espanyol
  6. Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya
  7. Anella Olímpica
  8. Fundació Joan Miró
  9. Telefèric de Montjuïc
  10. Miramar – Jardins Costa i Llobera
  11. World Trade Center
  12. Arc de Triomf – Estació Barcelona Nord
  13. Sagrada Família
  14. Torre Glòries – 22@Out of service
  15. Poblenou
  16. Parc Diagonal Mar
  17. Fòrum
  18. Platja Nova Mar Bella
  19. Platja del Bogatell
  20. Port Olímpic – Zoo
  21. Barceloneta – Museu d'Història de Catalunya
  22. La Rambla – Colom

Red Route: stops, duration and map

On board and practical information

Included on board

  • Headphones and recorded audio guide in 16 languages
  • Staff on board who check tickets
  • Discounts at other city attractions
  • Hybrid vehicles

Good to know

  • No luggage racks: suitcases go in the central space on the lower deck and must not be left unattended.
  • Pushchairs must be folded where possible and stored on the lower deck.

Audio guide languages: Catalan, Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Swedish, Dutch, Norwegian, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Arabic, Hebrew, Turkish.

Night and Christmas tours

Barcelona Bus Turístic also runs panoramic tours with a live guide and no stops.

Barcelona Night Tour (Bus Turístic)

Summer only. The 2026 season has ended; 2027 dates not yet published. Adult: €22.

Barcelona Christmas Tour (Bus Turístic)

Christmas period. 2026–27 dates not yet published by the operator. Adult: €15.

Comparing with Barcelona City Tour?

Same prices, different routes and conditions.

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