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On this tour, you will discover the most striking examples of Catalan Modernism and learn how Barcelona became the architectural capital of Europe in just a few decades. From large-scale complexes included in the UNESCO World Heritage list to bold and unusual experimental facades — you will see the buildings that shaped the city as we know it today.
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Type: Walking tour
Duration: 3 hours
Group size: Up to 5 people
Language: Russian, German, English
Tour Details
The route begins at the Hospital de Sant Pau— one of the largest Modernist complexes in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From here, there is a beautiful view of the Sagrada Familia, which is the next stop on our route. As you approach the basilica, you will be able to see details that are usually lost from a distance: the symbolism of the facades, the reliefs, the play of light, and Gaudí’s characteristic engineering solutions, which continue to attract the attention of architects to this day.
Next, the route takes you through a district where elegant residential buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries have been preserved. At that time, Barcelona was growing rapidly, and wealthy families commissioned architects to create not just homes, but residences that reflected the status and taste of their owners. You will see remarkable Modernist houses, demonstrating the architectural features and ideas of its era: Casa de les Tres Germanes, the graceful Casa Baró de Quadras, the original Casa Comalat, the austere Casa Fuster, and the elegant Casa Bonanova.
The route then leads to the famous Passeig de Gràcia, where Gaudí’s most iconic works are located: the wave-shaped Casa Milà (La Pedrera) and the fairytale-like Casa Batlló. Here you will also find the well-known “Block of Discord”— several buildings created by different architects, each designed in its own unique style, demonstrating a competition of ideas, lines, and boldness.
The route also features one of Gaudí’s earlier works — Casa Calvet, and from there, the tour continues to the Palau de la Música Catalana— a space where mosaics, stained glass, and decorative ceramics create an expressive and harmonious interior.
Throughout the walk, the guide will explain who created these buildings, for whom they were intended, and how Modernism shaped the architectural appearance of Barcelona.
Important information:
• Wear comfortable shoes – this is a walking tour.
• Bring a camera or phone – stunning views await.
• On sunny days, sunscreen and a hat are recommended.
• Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour
What’s Included
- Tour guide
What’s Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees to attractions
- Transportation to the meeting point
