On 11 September, Barcelona becomes the epicentre of Diada celebrations.
Alongside the political demonstrations, concerts, and floral tributes, the city opens the doors of several historic buildings for free visits. Among them:
- Palau de la Generalitat – 11:00 to 17:00, with guided visits through emblematic spaces like the Sant Jordi Hall and Pati dels Tarongers (reservation required).
- Parliament of Catalonia – open 11:00 to 18:00, no booking required, with access to the hemicycle and a new mobile audio guide.
- Palau Robert – cultural exhibitions, including one on Diada posters.
- Institut Cartogràfic i Geològic de Catalunya (ICGC) – guided tours on geology and mapping (reservation needed).
- Museu d’Arqueologia de Catalunya – prehistoric and ancient history exhibitions.
- Museu d’Història de Catalunya – special Diada poster exhibition, with guided tours every 30 minutes.
- El Born Centre de Cultura i Memòria (Born CCM) – archaeological site with a special visit on the 1714 siege of Barcelona.
- Centre Excursionista de Catalunya – guided visits of its art collection and historic premises.
It’s a blend of culture, history, and tradition, giving citizens and visitors a chance to experience spaces usually restricted or requiring paid entry.
