Cemetery tourism, or necrotourism, is a thing. If you didn’t know that, we’re telling you now, and if you already did, we understand why you’re reading this article. We fall into the second group. We won’t deny that we’ve visited Barcelona’s cemeteries more than once to enjoy the works of art found in some mausoleums or the eerie atmosphere in their aisles on an autumn afternoon.
From the Montjuïc Cemetery and its views of the harbor to the sculpture *The Kiss of Death* or the legend of Santet at the Poblenou Cemetery, Barcelona has a good handful of spectacular cemeteries worth exploring—because, let’s be honest, what more genuine form of cultural expression exists than the way we deal with death?
And if there’s one ideal time to rediscover them, it’s All Saints’ Day. During these days, the cemeteries are filled with flowers, concerts, exhibitions, and even Mexican altars that blend tradition and art. Cementiris de Barcelona extends its hours and organizes activities that invite you to view these spaces from a different perspective: as places of memory, history, and heritage that are also part of the city’s cultural pulse.
If you’re looking for something to do for Halloween in Barcelona in 2026, if you want to visit any of these places on All Saints’ Day, or if you just want to take a stroll through a cemetery at any other time… we won’t judge you . In fact, here’s a list of the city’s most wonderful cemeteries.
Montjuïc Cemetery
This cemetery is known for its impressive Modernist architecture, its ornate mausoleums, and its spectacular views of the Mediterranean. It stretches across a hill overlooking the sea and is filled with sculptures and mausoleums of illustrious figures such as Joan Miró and Francesc Macià. It also houses the Fossar de la Pedrera, a mass grave where the remains of thousands of victims of reprisals during Franco’s dictatorship rest. Guided tours allow you to explore its rich history and funerary art.
📍Location: C/ Mare de Déu de Port, 56–58
Poblenou Cemetery
Founded in 1775, this cemetery is a prime example of Neoclassicism in Barcelona. Its graves are adorned with sculptures that reflect the artistic style of the 19th century, including some iconic works such as *El Beso de la Muerte* (The Kiss of Death).
The cemetery offers guided tours that include visits to 29 significant gravesites where historical and cultural figures are laid to rest, including that of “Santet,” the statue of a child believed to have the power to heal the sick.
📍Location: Carrer de Taulat, 25
Sant Gervasi Cemetery
Source: Barcelona City Council
This cemetery is less well-known but equally charming. It offers a journey through local history and features the graves of notable figures. As an added bonus, it offers an augmented reality mobile app that allows visitors to discover hidden stories as they explore the site.
📍Location: Ctra. de Vallvidrera, 3
Sarrià Cemetery
Source: Barcelona City Council
One of Barcelona’s smallest and least crowded cemeteries, it is also one of the oldest and most interesting. Here, for example, lie the graves of notable poets and artists such as J.V. Foix and Carles Riba; moreover, its serene atmosphere makes it an ideal place for reflection.
📍Location: C/ del Dr. Ferran, 1
Sant Andreu Cemetery
Source: Barcelona City Council
Founded in 1835, this is the second-oldest cemetery in Barcelona. It features a mix of architectural styles and notable graves, including those of soprano Montserrat Caballé and other illustrious figures. This cemetery does not offer augmented reality, but the headstones do have QR codes that allow visitors to learn more about the stories behind each grave.
📍Location: C/ del Cementiri, s/n
Les Corts Cemetery
Source: Barcelona City Council
This small cemetery is notable for its collection of hearse carriages and its Modernist chapel. Although less frequently visited, it offers a glimpse into local funeral history with a focus on the historical figures who shaped life in this area, featuring 30,000 graves, including those of figures such as Ladislao Kubala, Valentí Centelles, and a Jewish section.
Built in 1846, when a royal decree prohibited burials in parish cemeteries— forcing its construction on the outskirts of Les Corts—this cemetery is somewhat less frequently visited, but it offers a glimpse into local funeral history with a focus on the historical figures who shaped life in this area.
📍Location: Avinguda de Joan XXIII, 3*15
Igualada Cemetery: A Masterpiece of Funerary Architecture
The Igualada Cemetery in Barcelona is an architectural gem designed by Enric Miralles and Carme Pinós. Completed in 1994 after nearly a decade of construction, it blends harmoniously with the Catalan landscape, creating a “park for the dead” that invites reflection. Its innovative design features concrete walls that blend into the surroundings and underground passageways, symbolizing the final journey and the unfinished nature of life.
This cemetery is not only a place of eternal rest but also a work of art that explores the connection between life and death. With intentionally unfinished elements, it reflects the abrupt interruption that death causes in our plans. Enric Miralles’s choice to be buried here underscores his deep connection to this work, making the Igualada Cemetery a prominent destination for necrotourism and a space that transcends the purely funerary.
📍Location: Carrer dels Països Baixos, 23, 08700 Igualada
Reus Cemetery, the best cemetery in the country
The magazine *Adiós Cultural*, published by Funespaña, organizes the annual National Cemetery Contest. In its eighth edition, a jury of experts from various fields has determined that the best cemetery in Spain is the one in Reus, Catalonia, surpassing other famous cemeteries in the country.
The Reus General Cemetery, founded in 1871, is home to nearly 13,500 graves and is notable for its historical, artistic, and architectural value. It offers guided tours showcasing works by renowned architects, sculptors, and artisans from the 19th and 20th centuries.
📍Location: Av . de la Pau, 43203 Reus, Tarragona
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