Taking a pushchair on the metro
Most Barcelona metro stations have lifts, making it possible to travel around much of the city without folding your pushchair. However, not every station is fully accessible, and occasionally lifts are out of service.
Check the accessibility information on the TMB website before travelling, particularly if you’re planning to change lines. Some interchanges involve long walks between platforms.
Can you take a pushchair on buses?
Barcelona’s city buses are low-floor and accessible, with designated space for pushchairs and wheelchairs. For shorter journeys, they can be more convenient than the metro.
You can generally board with your pushchair open, provided there is enough space. Wheelchair users have priority in the designated area.
The easiest areas to explore
The Eixample is one of the best neighbourhoods for getting around with a pushchair, thanks to its wide pavements and regular street layout. The beachfront promenades, Parc de la Ciutadella and much of the city centre are also good for a stroll.
The Gothic Quarter and El Born are lovely to explore, but expect narrow streets, uneven paving and crowds. A lightweight pushchair is easier to manoeuvre here.
Park Güell and Montjuïc are more challenging, with steep slopes, steps and uneven paths. A baby carrier can be useful if you’re planning to explore these areas.
Attractions: Many major museums and attractions have lifts and step-free routes. Some historic buildings ask you to leave your pushchair in a designated area, so check before visiting.
Sagrada Família: Pushchairs are allowed in the basilica but not in the towers. See our Sagrada Família guide.
Bring your own: A compact, lightweight pushchair is easiest on public transport, in busy streets and inside restaurants.
Hire one: Have a pushchair delivered to your accommodation. See our baby equipment hire guide.
