Sant Jordi 2026: Experience the festival of books and roses in Barcelona

On 23 April Barcelona celebrates Sant Jordi, a festival unlike any other in the world, combining literature, romance and Catalan tradition. The streets fill with book and rose stalls in a celebration recognised as Intangible Cultural Heritage.

The tradition of Sant Jordi

The legend of Sant Jordi tells of a knight who saved a princess from a dragon. From the dragon's blood grew a red rose. That tradition merged with Book Day, creating a celebration found nowhere else.

What to see on Sant Jordi

La Rambla and Passeig de Gràcia

The city's main avenues fill with book stalls hosting author signings, and roses in every colour.

Palau de la Generalitat

The seat of government opens its doors to the public, with long queues that are part of the tradition.

The Gothic Quarter

The narrow medieval streets host second-hand book stalls and independent publishers.

Private Sant Jordi tour

At Esteve Business Cars we offer a special Sant Jordi tour that includes:

• Hotel pick-up
• A route through the main points of interest
• Stops to buy books and roses
• A driver who knows the tradition
• Complete flexibility over timings

A tip for visitors

Sant Jordi is a very busy day. A private car lets you move around comfortably and make better use of your time, avoiding the crush on public transport.

Book your Sant Jordi 2026 experience with us.