Palau Sant Jordi
An icon of Olympic Barcelona turned into a temple of music
Considered the jewel of Montjuïc’s Olympic Ring, which also includes facilities such as the Olympic Stadium and the Picornell swimming pools, this venue was built for the Barcelona ’92 Olympic Games. Designed by Japanese architect Arata Isozaki, it is regarded as a masterpiece of modern architecture and engineering.
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The largest indoor venue in Barcelona for major events
Palau Sant Jordi is Barcelona’s most frequently used Olympic facility. It was designed as a multipurpose space by architect Arata Isozaki, who endowed it with a mechanized structure and materials that provide great flexibility.
Its dome was built at ground level and was raised over 10 days using 12 hydraulic jacks. The venue’s versatile structure makes it the ideal stage for all kinds of events, from concerts to sports competitions. It has even been converted into a motocross track and a temporary swimming pool for world swimming championships. The venue has a capacity of 16,159 seated spectators for sporting events, with a maximum capacity of up to 17,960 people for concerts.
In recent years, the world’s biggest music stars have performed at Palau Sant Jordi, drawn to the venue’s exceptional acoustics. This explains why American artist Bruce Springsteen chose his October 2002 concert at Palau Sant Jordi to release the official DVD of his world tour.
The Olympus of culture in Barcelona
Palau Sant Jordi, together with the Estadi Lluís Companys, forms what is known as the "Olympus of culture in Barcelona," a venue that has hosted world-renowned artists. In addition to international concerts and music tours, it has also staged prestigious sporting events such as the Davis Cup, the Basketball World Championship, and Olympic exhibitions, among others.
Discover the Sant Jordi Club
The Sant Jordi Club, located just behind Palau Sant Jordi, is one of the smaller concert halls within the complex, inaugurated in 2007. It is used for medium-sized events and can accommodate up to 4,620 people, either standing or seated in the tiered stands. The Barcelona ’92 Hall, adjacent to Palau Sant Jordi, is well-known for hosting gala dinners and corporate events.
Tickets and upcoming events at Palau Sant Jordi
The full concert schedule and event programming, online ticket purchases, and visitor information can be found on the official website of Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona.
For the curious
- In addition to Bruce Springsteen, Palau Sant Jordi has hosted international superstars such as U2, Queen, Coldplay, Shakira, Madonna, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, and Elton John, as well as Spanish artists such as Joan Manuel Serrat, David Bisbal, and Alejandro Sanz.
- As you exit Palau Sant Jordi, take a moment to admire the sculpture Canvi by Aiko Miyawaki. This delicate artwork consists of 36 concrete cylinders crowned with metal rings and steel cables that shine beautifully in the evening light.
