Notice:
The Barcelona Card Express is no longer available. Check other Barcelona city passes to see what’s available today.
Looking for a 48-Hour Pass?
If you were drawn to Barcelona Card Express because you wanted an easy way to get around Barcelona for a couple of days without overpaying, there are two passes that do the job just as well, and in most cases better:
For transport only: Hola Barcelona Travel Card (48h) covers every metro, bus, tram, and the airport metro. Unlimited rides for 48 hours, no attraction discounts.
For transport plus sightseeing: Barcelona Card (3-day) gives you the same transport network plus free entry to 25+ museums, including the Picasso Museum and MNAC.
Both are available online with instant confirmation and free cancellation.
Benefits
Highlight attractions you can save on:
- Casa Batlló
- Casa Milà (La Pedrera)
- Poble Espanyol
- Picasso Museum
- L’Aquarium Barcelona
- Barcelona Zoo
- Discounts on bike rentals, flamenco shows, harbor cruises & more
See the full list of discounts here ->
Please note: The 48-hour “Barcelona Card Express” does not include free admission to the museums and attractions. The card only provides special discounts and free transportation in Barcelona. The 72-hour card might be better deal, even if you’re less than 3 days in Barcelona.
Discounts
The Barcelona Card Express is easily the best way to enjoy all the sights that Barcelona has to offer without spending your entire vacation budget on tickets or standing in queues at the popular attractions.
What discounts does the Barcelona Card Express offer?
The Barcelona Card Express offers the same discounts as the standard 72/96/120-hour Barcelona Card:
- Transport: Holders of this pass can enjoy free access to Barcelona’s extensive public transport network, including metro, buses, and trams. The Airport Train is also free of charge.
PierreOlivier/Depositphotos- Attractions: The Barcelona Express Card offers dramatic discounts to over 50 of the most popular attractions in the city, including Casa Batlló, Casa Mila and Casa Vicens.
efired/Depositphotos- Tours: The card provides discounts on various tours, such as the Barcelona Bus Turístic, shows like the famous Tablao Flamenco Cordobés, and popular attractions like the aquarium and zoo.
fotokon/Depositphotos- Other discounts: In addition to attraction discounts, the Barcelona Express Card can be used for discounts on locker rentals and bike rentals, making it easier to explore Barcelona.
- Discount list:
Museums and attractions
| Attraction | Discount |
|---|---|
| Biblioteca Arús | -20% |
| CaixaForum | -25% |
| Casa Amatller | -20% |
| Casa Batlló | -7€ |
| Casa Milà – La Pedrera (Essencial adult) | -1€ |
| Casa Rocamora | -20% |
| Casa Vicens | -20% |
| Castell de Montjuïc | -30% |
| Centre Martorell d’Exposicions | -50% |
| Centre d’Art Amatller | -20% |
| CCCB | -25% |
| Disseny Hub Barcelona (DHUB) | 6€ → 4€ |
| El Born Centre de Cultura i Memòria | -30% |
| Fundació Joan Miró | -20% |
| Fundació Vila Casas | -25% |
| Gaudí Experiència | -20% |
| Jardí Botànic de Barcelona | -50% |
| KBr Fundación MAPFRE | 5€ → 3€ |
| MAC – Museu d’Arqueologia de Catalunya | -25% |
| MACBA – Museu d’Art Contemporani de BCN | -25% |
| Mirador de Colom | -20% |
| Mirador Torre Glòries | -20% |
| MOCO Museu Barcelona | -25% |
| MUHBA El Call | 2€ → 1,50€ |
| MUHBA Plaça del Rei | 7€ → 5€ |
| MUHBA Domus (Avinyó i Sant Honorat) | 2€ → 1,50€ |
| MUHBA Via Sepulcral Romana | 2€ → 1,50€ |
| Museu Bansky | -20% |
| Museu de l’Art Prohibit | -20% |
| Museu de Cera de Barcelona | -20% |
| Museu de Ciències Naturals de Barcelona | -50% |
| Museu de la Ciència CosmoCaixa | -25% |
| Museu de la Música | 6€ → 4€ |
| Museu de la Xocolata | -30% |
| Museu de l’Eròtica de Barcelona (MEB) | -25% |
| Museu del Torró i la Xocolata de Barcelona | -25% |
| Museu d’Història de Catalunya | -20% |
| Museu Egipci de Barcelona | -30% |
| Museu Etnològic i de Cultures del Món – Montcada | -30% |
| Museu Etnològic i de Cultures del Món – Montjuïc | -30% |
| Museu Europeu d’Art Modern (MEAM) | -50% / -25% |
| Museu Frederic Marès | -2€ |
| Museu Marítim de Barcelona | -20% |
| Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya | -20% |
| Museu Olímpic i de l’Esport Joan Antoni Samaranch | -25% |
| Museu Tàpies | -25% |
| Palau Baró Quadra | -20% |
| Palau de la Música Catalana | -25% |
| Palau Güell | -25%* |
| Pavelló Mies van der Rohe | -25% |
| Poble Espanyol de Barcelona | -20% |
| Reial Monestir de Santa Maria de Pedralbes | -30% |
| Sant Pau Recinte Modernista | -20% |
Tours and excursions
| Tour | Discount |
|---|---|
| A-Bike Rental & Tours | -2€* |
| Barcelona Walking Tours Gòtic | -50% |
| Barcelona Walking Tours Picasso | -50% |
| Catalunya Bus Turístic | -15%* |
| Las Golondrinas Barcelona Port i Litoral | -2€ |
| Las Golondrinas Barcelona Port | -2€ |
Leisure
| Leisure | Discount |
|---|---|
| Casino de Barcelona | Free Admission + Drink |
| Icebarcelona | -20%* (online only) |
| L’Aquàrium de Barcelona | -20% |
| Paradox Museum | -20% |
| Parc d’Atraccions del Tibidabo | -20% |
| White Rabbit Barcelona | -50% |
| Zoo de Barcelona | -20% |
Entertainment
| Entertainment | Discount |
|---|---|
| El Duende | -10% |
| Tablao Flamenco Cordobés (Drink & Show) | -20% |
| Tablao Flamenco Cordobés (Dinner & Show) | -8% |
| Tablao Flamenco Patio Andaluz | -10€ |
Other services
| Other services | Discount |
|---|---|
| Locker Barcelona | -10% |
*Online booking available
Updated: Q2 2025. The discounts included in the Barcelona Card Express may be changed without prior notice. You’ll receive a brochure with all discounts when you pick up the Barcelona Card Express.
Barcelona Card Express vs Barcelona Card
What are the key differences between the Barcelona Express Card and the regular Barcelona Card? Here are the main ones:
| Barcelona Card Express | Barcelona Card | |
|---|---|---|
| Validity | 48 hours | 72, 96, or 120 hours |
| Free Public Transport | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free Museum Entry | No free entries – only discounts | Free entry to 25+ museums like Picasso Museum and more |
| Free guidebook and map | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hop-on Hop-off Bus Discount | ✓ | ✓ |
| Estimated savings | Save up to 120€ over 2 days | Save up to 350€ on tours, shopping, dining, and entertainment |
| Which one to choose? | Great for short 2-day trips with public transport and some discounts | Good if you’re staying 3+ days and want to visit museums and many places |
How long is this card valid?
The Barcelona Card Express is valid for 48 hours from the moment you first use it.
Overall, whether you’re in Barcelona for a day, a few days, or a week, the Barcelona City Cards offer great value by helping you see the city’s incredible sights without spending too much time in queues or too much money on tickets.
If you’re staying longer, the classic Barcelona Card is your best bet, offering extended access and free entry to many attractions. But if you’re only in town for a short visit, the Barcelona Card Express is perfect for two days of fun, food, art, and culture before you continue your journey.