Sarrià-Sant Gervasi
- Category
- District
- Hours
- Free access; each neighbourhood and venue has its own pace and opening hours
- Price
- Free to wander
- District
- Sarrià-Sant Gervasi
- How to get there
- FGC from Plaça Catalunya to Sarrià, Les Tres Torres, Sant Gervasi or Peu del Funicular
Sarrià-Sant Gervasi is a district, not a single neighbourhood. It brings together former independent settlements incorporated into Barcelona and has a greener, hillier geography than the centre. Its character changes accordingly, from Sarrià's commercial streets to the slopes rising towards Collserola.
The Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat are the easiest way to explore from Plaça Catalunya. They take you to Sarrià and connect with the Vallvidrera funicular, while Tibidabo dominates the skyline from the ridge.
This is not an area for a single rushed visit. It works better as a relaxed outing: choose Sarrià for lunch, a nearby garden or walk, and a trip up to Collserola or Tibidabo if the day is clear.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sarrià-Sant Gervasi a neighbourhood?
No. It is a municipal district made up of several neighbourhoods, including Sarrià, Sant Gervasi, Les Tres Torres, Vallvidrera and El Putxet.
What can you do in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi?
Walking around Sarrià, visiting its gardens and taking the FGC towards Collserola or Tibidabo are good ways to discover a less central Barcelona.
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