The Guàrdia Urbana (English: Urban Guard) is the municipal police force for the city of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.
Originally it was formed in November 1843 as the "Municipal Guard".
Originally their police officers were armed with a sabre, pistol, and a rifle.
Following Tragic Week events in 1909 the force was demilitarized, and officers are now armed with sidearms for personal defence.
Police officers carry long batons, Walther P99 pistols and PDAs.