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Last updated: 27 May, 2023
Expert travel writer: Dana Facaros

There are three Modernista masterpieces in a single block on the Passeig de Gracia, but Gaudi’s Casa Batllo (1906), a shimmering, colour-drenched townhouse designed as an allegory of a dragon, is the most astonishing.

Commissioned by textile industrialist Josep Batllo when Gaudi was at his artistic best, this dazzling widely acclaimed Modernista masterpiece is now a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site.

The facade is especially beautiful, and though it’s expensive to tour the interior, it’s even more magical inside: brightly tiled, fluid-looking and full of art.

One highlight is the open-air rooftop, where you can admire the bold, surreal chimney stacks and snap photos of the city.

Price from: £32
Minimum age: Any
Age suitable: 8+
When: All year around

Getting there & doing it

The nearest metro station is Passeig de Gràcia. An audio guide is provided on entry, which takes you on a one-hour tour. Pre-book tickets online through the website, or join an organised tour (who will book for you), to jump the queues.

When to do it

Casa Batlló is open year round – check the website for exact hours. Like most of Barcelona’s indoor attractions, it works just as well whatever the weather, but there is a rooftop viewing platform, so perhaps aim for a bright or sunny day. It occasionally closes a couple of hours early for corporate events, so check the website before you go.

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Enjoy a stroll through the streets of Barcelona and discover its most extravagant buildings on this 3-hours walking tour of the city's modernist architecture. Journey through the life and work of its greatest exponent, Antoni Gaudí and marvel at his masterpieces, La Pedrera and La Sagrada Familia.

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Gaudí and Barcelona Legends Walking Tour

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Immerse with us into captivating legends from the past that can be seen everywhere in the city once you know them. Understand how architects like Gaudí were inspired by them and left a lasting impact on Barcelona. Why is there a dragon on the roof top? Why was a bat decisive in a battle? Where is the House of Bones? What´s the legend behind the Catalan flag? How to put this into the context of the current independence movement? During the two-hours walk we will make the connection from medieval Catalan history and legends to what inspired Gaudí and other architects when designing the residential buildings along the grand boulevard of Passeig de Gracia. From street pavement to lamp posts – all have a story that we want to tell you! If you love history brought to life by passionate storytellers and you want to enjoy the intimacy of a small group then this is your experience. After these two hours you will discover details you have not noticed before. See the city with different eyes!

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Casa Batlló Admission Ticket with Intelligent Audio Guide

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Casa Batlló Admission Ticket with Intelligent Audio Guide
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The Glorious Gaudi Tour with Sagrada Familia Ticket

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The Glorious Gaudi Tour with Sagrada Familia Ticket
All about Gaudí ! On this tour you will discover the main works of this visionary modernist architect and you will find out the secrets of how he managed to reach his goals. Starting from your hotel we will go to the famous street - Passeig de Gracia, where we can see the main modernist buildings built by Gaudí, such as Casa Batlló and Casa Mila. Also, we will see the works of other modernist architects as we visit the Eixample district. After having visited all the buildings, we will go to the impressive Basilica of Sagrada Familia, including the entrance ticket “Skip the line” avoiding the big lines to visit inside of the Basilica. •Excellent value for money. •Sagrada Familia Entrance Ticket “Skip the line”. •Private Professional Guide. •Hotel pick-up.

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Barcelona in a Day Tour: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell & Old Town

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Barcelona in a Day Tour: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell & Old Town
Can you explore the major landmarks of Barcelona within a single day? Absolutely! Embark on an immersive city tour that allows you to witness the top highlights of Barcelona, guided by a knowledgeable local. Marvel at iconic sites like Sagrada Familia, Park Güell, and more as you follow your expert guide. Delve into the enchanting Gothic Quarter during a captivating walking tour before being astounded by the extraordinary park and cathedral masterpieces envisioned by the renowned artist Antoni Gaudí. This comprehensive experience ensures you make the most of your day in Barcelona—it's the ultimate way to discover the city!

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Complete Gaudí Tour: Casa Batlló, Park Guell & Sagrada Família

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Complete Gaudí Tour: Casa Batlló, Park Guell & Sagrada Família
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Gaudi Tour: Skip-the-Line Casa Batllo & Casa Mila-La Pedrera

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Gaudi Tour: Skip-the-Line Casa Batllo & Casa Mila-La Pedrera
Discover the most iconic buildings of the architect Antoni Gaudí. Starting from your hotel you will go with a Licensed Tour Guide to the famous street - Passeig de Gracia, to visit Casa Batlló and Casa Mila. You will discover the main parts of these buildings, how they are composed and why their artistic style is so unique in the world. •Tour with a Licensed Tour Guide. •Skip-the-line access. •Entrance tickets to Casa Batllo & Casa Mila-La Pedrera. •Hotel pick-up. •Limited to just your group, you'll get a more personalized Gaudi experience.

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Gaudì Private Tour with Sagrada Familia and Casa Batllò

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Visit 2 of the most iconic masterpieces by Gaudì in just 4 hours! With this special 4 hours private tour you will discover both Sagrada Familia and Casa Batllò outdoor and indoor, led by a local expert guide. Countless characters and details, impressive towers and dimensions are only some of the remarkable features that make this work in progress Church the true symbol of the lively Catalonian city. Admire both the outdoors and indoors of Sagrada Familia with skip the line tickets, maximizing your time. Then, you will move to Passeig de Gracia, where you will visit Casa Milá from out door and Casa Batlló. Take the chance to visit Casa Batlló from the inside. As this is a private tour you can ask any questions to your guide and enjoy the beauty of your itinerary at your own pace.

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