Gaudí Free Walking Tour
In this walking tour you will learn about the life and architectural works of Antoni Gaudi and his contemporaries. The tour will begin from Plaza Catalunya and you will visit Palau Malagrida, Casa Battlo, Casa Amatler and the masterpiece, Sagrada Familia. At the end of this 2.5 hour tour you will be from walking distance of Hospital Sant Pau, Bodega del Poblet and Estrella Damm Old Brewery, if you want to continue exploring Barcelona.
- Explore the secret wonders of Catalan Art Nouveau.
- Perfect if you love architecture, Art Nouvear and visual arts.
- See the life and works of Catalunya’s architectural genius, Antoni Gaudí.
AVAILABILITY
Daily
DURATION
2.5 hours
START LOCATION
Plaza Catalunya – Corner of the square, opposite Desigual Store.
END LOCATION
Sagrada Familia
TOUR LANGUAGE
English
Related places and things to do
Detailed Description
Your guide will be waiting for you at Plaza Catalunya in the corner of the square, opposite to Desigual Store. He will be holding a blue umbrella with a bat logo. The nearest metro station is Catalunya.
The tour takes around 2.5 hours and you will take a trip through late 19th, early 20th century upmarket Barcelona, to see the life and works of Catalunya’s architectural genius, Antoni Gaudi. You will explore the social, cultural and political forces that shaped the physical appearances of these stunning buildings. From the houses of surgeons, industrialists and chocolatiers through the masterpiece La Sagrada Familia.
You will also visit Passeig De Gracia, Edificios Rocamora, Palau Malagrida, Casa Battlo, Casa Amatler, La Pedrera and Casa Lleo Morera. At the end of the tour you will find yourself at a short walk from Hospital Sant Pau (5 min), Bodega Del Poblet – Don Pepe (3 mins), Estrella Damm Old Brewery (10 mins).
Tour Tickets (may vary by date)
| Ticket | Price (EUR) |
|---|---|
| Free Ticket | 0.00 (EUR) |
Tour Itinerary
11:00 AM
Tour Departure
1:30 PM
End of the Tour
Included
- Guided Tour.
Not Included
- Visit to the interior of the buildings.
Recommended
- Starting the tour early gives you more time to enjoy Barcelona, your holidays and lets you stay one step ahead of the crowd.
- You don’t have to reserve, but to give you the best quality experience we limit the numbers on each tour. If you have not booked, we suggest arriving at least 15 minutes before the scheduled time to allow you to get a space on the tour of your choice.
- There will be a short two-stop metro journey to the Sagrada Familia (fare not included). Please bring a metro pass. A T-10 pass (€10.20 EUR) gives you 10 trips and can be shared while a single ticket costs €2.20 EUR.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What time should I arrive?
If you have not booked on the free walking tours, we recommend arriving at least 15 minutes before the scheduled time.
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Do I need to make a reservation?
Reservations are not strictly necessary on the free tours but, if you haven’t booked, we strongly recommend arriving at the meeting point early in case that day the tour fills in. A Be Local Tours guide will always be there ready to lead a tour. If you are a large group of 8 or more, please contact us for a personalised tour.
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What if I have to leave?
That is not a problem but please let your guide know so he/she doesn’t wait for you at the next stop.
