Transbordador Aeri

I was keen to visit Montjuic so decided to take the Transbordador Aeri from the Beach to half way up the hill. I rocked up around 10:30 and was stunned to see that it didn’t open until 11am. I came back at 10:50 and found myself in a good place in the queue. A single journey cost € 11 with € 16 charged for a return.
You take a lift up to the boarding platform and then around 10 people hop into the cable car. The whole experience was a bit of a logistical nightmare and I understand why they opened so late. The ride provides great views of Barcelona and the Mediterranean on the way to Montjuic. I took a return journey but by the afternoon the queues meant that I had to wait 25 minutes.

Prices have gone up and friendliness has gone done since David Js visit in 2010 it is now 11 euro for a one way ticket.
The money taker was ok but the guy who is running the cable car was rude even signaling to what looked like his girlfriend some rude gestures about us. We were the only 2 in the car so we knew it was meant for us. I know cablecar operator isn’t a dream job but we were quiet and polite and don’t deserve his badditude. The views were amazing but the glass was very dirty see for yourself in my photos

The ‘aerial transporter’ is a cable car which crosses Barcelona’s port area and offers magnificent views over the city.
Built for the 1929 Universal Exhibition in Barcelona, but only openeing in 1931, it runs from a station beside the Costa i Llobera Gardens on Mount Montjuïc to the Sant Sebastià Tower and back, stopping midway at the Jaume I Tower (adjoining the Barcelona World Trade Centre).
When it stops at the Jaume I Tower, it is usually possible to get out and take photographs. The cabins are quite large, but there are no seats. The whole journey lasts for about seven minutes.
Practicalities
The Barceloneta Metro station is a fifteen minute walk from the tower. On exiting the metro station you will see the harbour full of boats ahead of you on the right. Head down Passeig de Joan Borbó with the harbour on your right. As you approach you will see the large tower of the cable car ahead of you. A lift takes you up the tower to the cable car platform.
A round trip costs EUR12.50 or EUR9 one way. Children of 6 years and under travel for free.
The cable-​car doesn’t run if it is breezy, so it’s worth checking ahead if it is at all windy. Also, prepare for long queues in summer. Inevitably, it’s only recommended for those with a head for heights…