Home of the 1992 Olympic Games, Barcelona’s Montjuic holds the remnants of that historic summer. From the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys Stadium to the open-air Poble Espanyol village, the charming hillside is often bustling with tourists.
Near the Paral-lel metro station is Salts-Montjuic, a casual bar and restaurant overlooking the former Olympic diving pool. It’s a quiet spot to enjoy a glass of sangria and some fries, with views that stretch across the city and out toward the Mediterranean Sea.
The pool itself is open to visitors. Piscina Municipal de Montjuic was built for the 1929 Universal Fair and was kept up by the city before an Olympic diving board was built on the site for the Olympic games. Entry to the pool is only seven euros, with discounts offered for children. The pool also offers access to Les Salts if a day at the pool requires an ice cold drink.
For those looking to continue the Olympic theme during their visit to Monjuïc, guests can venture down a few blocks and find the Museu Olímpic i de l’Esport. This museum celebrates the current 43 sports included in the Olympic Games while paying homage to the event’s origins. Visitors can view a slew of Olympic medals, basketball shoes signed by Michael Jordan and even Mohammed Ali’s boxing gloves.
The Museu Olímpic i de l’Esport showcases numerous Spanish Olympians and their accomplishments; these athletes are seen as heroes by Spanish sports enthusiasts, and the museum ensures their legacy lives on as the Olympics continue to evolve.
About the Authors
Clara Kasik (sophomore) and Mollie Kearns (freshman) are public relations majors. Ella Nichter is a sophomore double majoring in public relations and information science. Augusta Lewis is a junior visual communications major. Ella McNamee is a junior mass communications major.