Starting from €6
| Option | From |
|---|---|
| Child (4-12 years) | €6 |
| Adult (13-64 years) | €8 |
| Senior (65+ years) | €6 |
Free cancellation until 24h before your tour.
The Columbus Monument, or “Monument a Colom,” stands as a prominent landmark at the southern end of Barcelona’s famed La Rambla.
Erected in 1888 for the Universal Exposition, this 60-meter-tall structure commemorates Christopher Columbus’s first voyage to the Americas and his subsequent report to Queen Isabella I and King Ferdinand V in Barcelona.
The monument features a bronze statue of Columbus, sculpted by Rafael Atché, atop a Corinthian column.
Interestingly, while Columbus gestures outward, the statue points south-southeast, a direction that has sparked various interpretations.
This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts, architecture aficionados, and panoramic view seekers.
History buffs will appreciate the monument’s rich symbolism and its role in commemorating a pivotal moment in exploration history.
Architecture lovers will be drawn to the intricate designs, including bronze bas-reliefs and allegorical figures representing regions of Spain.
Additionally, visitors looking to capture stunning vistas of Barcelona will find the monument’s vantage point particularly rewarding.
Participants can expect an informative journey through the monument’s history and artistic details.
The tour includes access to the interior elevator, which ascends to a viewing platform just below the statue, offering sweeping 360-degree views of the city and its coastline.
Along the way, guides provide insights into the monument’s construction, its artistic elements, and the historical context of Columbus’s voyages.
The experience culminates with a unique perspective of Barcelona’s landscape, making it a memorable addition to any visit.
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