Hola Barcelona Travel Card
Barcelona, Spain

Hola Barcelona Travel Card

Outty Ranking 50 3.4 · 154 traveler reviews48 hoursFrom €20
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Outty Ranking

50/100

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Traveler rating

3.4/5

Based on 154 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Hola Barcelona Travel Card worth booking?

Hola Barcelona Travel Card is a 48-hour experience in Barcelona, Spain, from €20 per person. It scores 50 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.4/5 rating across 154 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
50 / 100
Rating
3.4/5 (154)
Duration
48 hours
From
€20 per person

The Hola Barcelona Transportation Pass provides unlimited access to the city's public transportation system, including buses, metro, and trains. With the Hola Barcelona pass, you can easily move around the city and visit the various tourist attractions that Barcelona has to offer. One of the best things about the Hola Barcelona pass is its flexibility. The card is available in 2-day, 3-day, 4-day, and 5-day options, which makes it easy to choose the one that best suits your travel plans. Simply present the card at the turnstile when entering the metro or at the onboard validator when using the bus or train. You can use the card as many times as you like during the validity period, which means that you can explore the city at your own pace without worrying about transportation costs. Overall, the Hola Barcelona Transportation Pass is an excellent choice for visitors to Barcelona who want to explore the city with ease!

What you get

  • Travel Card
  • Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)

About this experience

The Hola Barcelona Transportation Pass provides unlimited access to the city's public transportation system, including buses, metro, and trains. With the Hola Barcelona pass, you can easily move around the city and visit the various tourist attractions that Barcelona has to offer. One of the best things about the Hola Barcelona pass is its flexibility. The card is available in 2-day, 3-day, 4-day, and 5-day options, which makes it easy to choose the one that best suits your travel plans. Simply present the card at the turnstile when entering the metro or at the onboard validator when using the bus or train. You can use the card as many times as you like during the validity period, which means that you can explore the city at your own pace without worrying about transportation costs. Overall, the Hola Barcelona Transportation Pass is an excellent choice for visitors to Barcelona who want to explore the city with ease!

What's included

Included

  • Travel Card
  • Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)

Not included

  • Aerobus (airport shuttle bus) not included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Barcelona

Collect your card at any TMB ticket machine. You can find the 13-digit numeric code below the QR code or barcode on your voucher.

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

Collect your card at any TMB ticket machine. You can find the 13-digit numeric code below the QR code or barcode on your voucher.

Options you can book

  • Hola Barcelona . 120 hours

    Duration: 5 days

  • Hola Barcelona . 96 hours

    Duration: 4 days

  • Hola Barcelona. 48 hours

    Duration: 2 days

  • Hola Barcelona. 72 hours

    Duration: 3 days

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Turisme de Barcelona

Know before you go

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Photos

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Traveler reviews

151 verified traveler reviews for Hola Barcelona Travel Card. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

5 star
72
4 star
14
3 star
14
2 star
8
1 star
43
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abuysf · September 2026

Barcelona hola card

If I could give zero stars, I would. Buying the Hola Card was hands down the worst decision of my entire trip. The entire system is an absolute nightmare, poorly managed, and completely unreliable. First of all, the instructions provided are completely useless. None of the guidance is correct or up to date. Station information, route details, and line schedules are entirely wrong. To make matters worse, the line blockages and service changes aren't reflected anywhere—not in their official guidance, and not even on Google Maps! You are left completely stranded, wandering around trying to find where the lines actually run while relying on map applications that give you dead ends because no one updated the system integrations. When you try to ask for help, it gets even more frustrating. Nobody knows anything! Staff and representatives have zero awareness of the current line blockages or rerouted paths. You get shuffled from one person to another, each giving contradictory or clueless answers. How can a public transit or travel card system operate when its own representatives have no idea how the lines are currently running? I wasted hours of my vacation suffering in the heat/transit hubs, trying to figure out how to get from point A to point B because the information provided was wrong at every single turn. I lost both valuable time and money on a service that promised convenience but delivered total confusion. Save yourself the massive headache: do not buy the Hola Card. Use single tickets, local contactless payments, or ride-shares instead. This card is a total scam and a massive waste of resources!

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JeroenD1363 · September 2026

Not working

The voucher didn't work, it was 10 digits and the Metro devices need a 13 digit code. I had many phone calls with Barcelona tourist office, Viator and had live Metro personal contact. Eventually got another code via Tripadvisor from the tourist office, this code was known but didn't work on the ticket machine. Eventually I asked for a refund with Viator. Wasted a lot of time on this. Better buy your ticket at the Metro entrance, takes you less than 2 minutes and saves you from the idea to stop living

via Tripadvisor

Simon_C · August 2026

Hola card

It’s easy to redeem the voucher at BCN. I saw tourists tried to redeem at those automated kiosk and they seemed to have trouble. Be careful about the actual paper card with the magnetic strip. It is easily scratched, crumpled and tender it non-operative. Mine was not working at my last trip to the cruise terminal and not easy to get help. Tram and metro stations use the card reader only not the “tap”

via Viator

iestynl2025 · July 2026

IL

Great cost effective way to travel barcelona with the family

via Tripadvisor

180brig · July 2026

not valid on all buses

Can’t recommend as they advertised that it is valid on buses, however, in actuality, you cannot use it on many Buss routes so makes this not as valuable as it would seem ended up having to walk larger distances due to this fact, they should do better if they want to be a tourist, friendly city!

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
48 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
5+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
€20 to €45
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
54
Verdict
Worth a Look

Who runs this experience

Operated by Turisme de Barcelona, who run 11 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 55.4.

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Why this scores 50

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)0
Review evidence (18% weight)65
Booking momentum (14% weight)60
Value for money (12% weight)100
Listing quality (10% weight)95
Local standing (8% weight)0
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Hola Barcelona Travel Card: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Barcelona.

How much does Hola Barcelona Travel Card cost?

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Prices start at €20 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Barcelona usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Hola Barcelona Travel Card take?

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Plan for about 48 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Barcelona is not rushed.

Is Hola Barcelona Travel Card worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.4/5 across 154 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Barcelona, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Hola Barcelona Travel Card?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Hola Barcelona Travel Card suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 48-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Hola Barcelona Travel Card?

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Around 54 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Barcelona can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Barcelona and add a light layer if any part of the 48-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Hola Barcelona Travel Card start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Barcelona within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Barcelona?

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Barcelona's Gaudí sites are capacity-limited and the official timed tickets go first, so most of the market is resellers with a guide attached. We weight those heavily on whether the guide is an architecture specialist. Beyond Gaudí, the tapas crawls in Gràcia and the Montserrat day trips carry the highest rankings in the city. On Outty we rank every Barcelona experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump from Barcelona, Gràcia Tapas and Vermouth Crawl, Girona & Dali Museum Small Group Tour with Pick-up from Barcelona. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Barcelona?

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May, June, September and October. Sagrada Família light is best mid-morning. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Barcelona?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

What is included in Hola Barcelona Travel Card?

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Included: Travel Card; and Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.). Not included: Aerobus (airport shuttle bus) not included. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

Where is the meeting point for Hola Barcelona Travel Card?

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Collect your card at any TMB ticket machine. You can find the 13-digit numeric code below the QR code or barcode on your voucher. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Hola Barcelona Travel Card?

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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

Is Hola Barcelona Travel Card wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

What happens to Hola Barcelona Travel Card if the weather is bad?

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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Barcelona. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

What booking options are available for Hola Barcelona Travel Card?

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There are 4 options to choose from, including Hola Barcelona . 120 hours, Hola Barcelona . 96 hours, Hola Barcelona. 48 hours, Hola Barcelona. 72 hours. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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