Barcelona Gaudi's Modernism Legacy Walking Tour

From GBP £38.00
  • Duration: 3 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: Barcelona
  • Product code: P0XN1M
Price:

Adults (age 11 & above): £38

Children (age 3-10): £29

Infants (age 0-2): Free


In this 3-hour Modernism walking tour in Barcelona with an expert guide, you will explore the Modernism masterpieces of the Catalan genius architect Antoni Gaudí: La Sagrada Familia, La Pedrera-Casa Milà and Casa Batlló.

 

Your guide will give you an insider’s look at Modernism art on Gaudí’s major works, his inspiration and the Christian motifs in his works. 

 

Strolling down Passeig de Gràcia, one of the wealthiest places in Barcelona with stunning Modernism architecture, you will stop to admire Gaudí’s Casa Milà and Casa Batlló, which are also UNESCO World Heritage Sites: 

 

At Casa Milà, you will learn how the rolling hills of Montserrat Mountain inspired its rooftop. Then get to know how Gaudí based his artwork in the Casa Batlló on Christian motifs and the legend of Sant Jordi, the patron of Catalonia.

 

Next, we will explore Gaudí’s crowning masterpiece, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sagrada Familia. Take a moment to appreciate exquisite details on the Nativity Facade. Get insights into the conception of this complex work of art, the inspiration behind the structure’s unique architectural features and the interpretation of their meaning by Gaudí’s successor, architect Josep Maria Subirachs.

 

You will also visit several Modernism buildings in the Eixample neighborhood designed by other architects. This neighborhood is part of the modern Barcelona, born in the mid-19th century after the plan of expanding the city beyond its old medieval walls. 

 

For art and architecture lovers, this experience is a total package!