Free Gaudi & Modernism Tour Barcelona

Fall in love with La Pedrera nature-inspired explosion of creativity.
Hear the famous Legend of Sant Jordi and understand the meaning behind Casa Batllo's architecture.
Take a short metro trip to visit the exteriors of Antoni Gaudi's masterpiece, the stunning Sagrada Familia.

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Barcelona has many sides to reveal, and one of them is its glittering array of modernist architecture. The Free Gaudi and Modernism Tour has been designed to cater to all types of visitors, from those who are interested in seeing the most emblematic houses of Gaudí and Catalan Art Nouveau, to architecture buffs who want to delve deeper and find out some of the buildings' hidden secrets. Most tours will begin around Catalunya Square, which leads to several stately avenues of Barcelona lined with some of the most iconic Modernist buildings in the world. Before beginning your journey, your guide will give a brief introduction to the fascinating modernist movement and how Antoni Gaudí came to be at the forefront of Catalan Modernism during the 19th and 20th century.

Guests on the Free Gaudi and Modernism Tour will wander along the famous Passeig de Gracia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and feel all the bohemian splendor of the first decades of the 20th century. Along this road, they will come across some of the most emblematic buildings of this era, including Batllo House, a breathtaking house that reflects the endless extent of Gaudi's originality and creativity. Learn here how Gaudi ingeniously incorporated the famous legend of Saint Jordi and the Dragon into the building’s façade. Not far from here is another of Gaudi’s masterpieces, La Pedrera, where guests will discover how its undulating forms relate to Gaudi’s naturalistic phase. From here, guests will be able to admire the elegance of Lleo i Morera House and learn about the romantic facade of Widow Marfa House.

As guests on the Gaudi and Modernism Tour, they will be treated to an up-close view of some of Gaudi’s incredible works, including the stunning Amatller House and the elegant Casa Fuster Hotel. After discovering these architectural marvels, the group will hop on the metro to see the most famous of them all—the breathtaking Sagrada Familia. This masterpiece, still under construction after more than a century, is an extraordinary blend of Gothic and Art Nouveau styles. Standing before its soaring spires and intricate facades, visitors will get a unique insight into Gaudi's visionary genius and the symbolism behind every detail. From the Nativity façade to the Passion façade, each element tells a story that reflects Gaudi’s deep faith and creativity. Don't miss this chance to marvel at one of the world’s most iconic buildings up close!