The mountain of Tibidabo is the best vantage point for a bird's eye view of Barcelona. A less giddy option is the Torre de Collserola with is transparent lift rising up 288m. And for those who wish to keep their feet firmly on solid ground - cockteil in hand - settle in at the Mirablau bar.
Catell de Montjuïc
Montjuïc offers myriad viewpoints. The best is from hte castel and gardens with their superb panoramas over the port and the city. Take the cable car up to the castle and walk down through ever-changing vistas to the bar Miramar for a refreshing drink.
Parc Güell
In the orth of the city Gaudi's monumental modernista park present espectaculars views accross Barcelona and out to the Mediterranean from its various terraced levels. Trees and patches of woodland act as welcome shade from the fierce summer sun.
Barcelona Cathedral
From the heart of the Barri Gòtic, the Cathedral rooftop offers one of the least changed vistas in the city. look out over the ramshackle rooftop - some dating to the 12th century - and the narrow alleys that spill out in all directions. There is small charge for the elevator to the top.
