Olympic Port
The Olympic Port was the result of an extensive urban development for the 1992 Olympic Games
Port Olimpic
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The Port Olimpic is one of the most exciting leisure and touristic spots throughout Barcelona, with a wide offering of shops, clubs and restaurants.
The Olympics: A makeover for Barcelona
Before the 1992 Summer Olympic Games, Barcelona was a city that had lived turning its back to the sea. This changed dramatically when Barcelona was chosen to host the 1992 Olympic Games.
Plans were announced for the development of a new sports marina, several docks, a new neighborhood to house the athletes –The Olympic Village– and two skyscrapers: Hotel Arts, one amazing hotel with great views & Mapfre Tower.
In preparation for the Olympic Games, Barcelona went through the most dramatic makeover in recent history. As a result, the city turned into a true Mediterranean city by opening its doors to the sea.
Redefining the Barcelona skyline
The image of the two skyscrapers and Frank Gehry's golden fish became the symbol of the Olympic Port. Besides redefining the Barcelona skyline, it also became one of the most exciting areas of the city, especially during the warmer months, with plenty of summer activities to choose from.
Nowadays, several nightclubs lead the path to the Barceloneta neighborhood and beach. Some of the most famous nightclubs of the Barcelona nightlife scene are here, like Opium, Catwalk, Shôko o Pachá, which are located just a few steps from the beach.
What to see in the Port Olimpic
In the vecinity of the Olympic Port there are several attractions perfect for day and nightime enjoyment, such as:
- The Olympic Port is the gateway to the Barcelona beaches. Just 300 meters separate the beach from the nearest subway station (Ciudadella Villa Olímpica).
- Travelling with kids? Very close to the Olympic Port is the Barcelona Zoo. With a huge offering of different species of wildlife animals, it's the perfect plan for the little ones.
- Some of the best seafood restaurants are in this part of town. Whether you're looking to have lunch or dinner close to the beach, or if you prefer a fancy but more secluded setting, this is the place to go.
- Enjoy a cocktail at a fancy “chiringuito“, just feets away from the sand.
- If you're a sailing enthusiast, the local Barcelona Sailing Center (Centre Municipal de Vela) has sailing equipment for rent and different activities with qualified instructors.
How to get there
Metro: Line 4. Ciutadella Villa Olímpica
Tram: Line T4. Ciutadella Villa Olímpica
Bus: V21, 14, 36, 41, 71, 92
Location
[mappress mapid=”96″]Nearby attractions
Dont miss these nearby attractions, all located within walking distance of the Olympic Port
Barcelona Beaches
Barcelona’s coastline has achieved the status of having the best urban beaches of the Mediterranean, with beaches for every taste
Ciutadella Park
The Ciutadella Park is the biggest and most important park of Barcelona. It’s a green refuge in the Barcelona downtown
Barcelona Zoo
The Barcelona Zoo is a park within another park. It’s located inside Parc de la Ciutadella, the biggest park in Barcelona
Barceloneta
Barceloneta is one of the most famous neighborhoods in Barcelona. The former fishermen’s town, forms an inseparable entity with the beach of the same name
Diagonal Mar Shopping
Located just 200 mts away from the beach, Diagonal Mar is one of the best and biggest shopping centers in Barcelona
