Gaudí and Modernism - Private Walking Tour
Description
A guided walking tour of Modernist Barcelona architecture with an expert and passionate local guide. On this tour you will discover the most outstanding and surprising buildings that were built between the 19th and 20th centuries, such as Casa Milá, Casa Batlló the Sagrada Familia, and learn of the genius Antoni Gaudí . A journey into the luxury and madness of belle epoch Barcelona , among dragons, fairytale towers and secrets hidden at first sight.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Famous square that separates the old city of Barcelona from the modernist area known as the Eixample, where we will talk about the evolution of the city, the marks left by the fighting in the Spanish Civil War that can still be seen, before entering the Modernista area of the Eixample for the second part of the visit.
The most luxurious Paseo del Ensanche, the main street of the opulent Barcelona of the families of the Catalan bourgeoisie of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century.
Elaborate modernist lampposts that decorate the Paseo de Gracia for more than a century, full of symbols and interesting details.
The wonderful Casa Lleó i Morera is part of the famous Manzana de La Discordia, a set of modernist buildings without rival in Barcelona. The house, designed by the architect Domènech i Montaner at the beginning of the 20th century, is full of details about the life and thoughts of its creator and its owner, and guards many secrets on its facade.
One of the best known modernist houses in Eixample, Casa Amattler, the work of the architect Puig i Cadafalch, was owned by a family of chocolate producers. We will talk about the history of chocolate at the time, the life of the Amatller and above all we will look for the symbols hidden on the facade. It is possible to go for free to the inner courtyard of the House, to admire the staircase, the old elevator and the refined sculptures.
The most celebrated monument in Barcelona in all its splendor, still incomplete by Gaudí, where we will finish our visit in great style. We will see in 30 minutes its various facades from the outside, we will tell its surprising and long history, we will analyze its secrets and the most interesting details about its construction.
The Casa Malagrida is the first example of a modernist bourgeois house that we will see on the route. Property of Señor Malagrida, a rich tobacco industrialist, we will tell his life between Argentina and Spain through the decoration of the facade.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(35)
Patrick’s tour was one of the highlights of our trip to Spain! He is so knowledgeable and such an engaging storyteller. The sights on the tour build as you walk up the street and the way he gets you to see and understand so many details that most people would miss is worth every minute. Our time was short and we had to choose between going inside one Gaudi house or going on this tour and this was the correct choice. Patrick’s assistance with navigating the Metro to get to Sagrada Família was an added bonus and gave us the confidence to use the system to our benefit over the next several days.
It was an amazing experience. The guide expanded my knowledge on the architecture and the history of the area of Barcelona. Additionally, he gave me tips and fun facts about the area and how to use the public transportation
We really enjoyed hearing Patrick explain the history and context of numerous modern art buildings, including those designed by Goudi. We walked at a relaxed pace, which allowed plenty of time for discussion and looking at the various design aspects. Highly recommended
My family and I loved the walking tour with Patrick. He made it super interesting and informative. We walked Barcelona the day before and didn't notice any of the details that Patrick pointed out. He met us at our hotel and took us all the way to La Sagrada Familia.
Just a wonderful tour! Patrick is a great story teller and a very nice person. Made the tour interesting and we enjoyed every minute.
A really informative and interesting tour with Patrick on Gaudi and Modernism. Would recommend him and the tour. Alex and Jean
Patrick is a very engaged tour guide with personal touch! He provided us a very good understanding of Gaudi’s architectural designs and the four buildings visited from outside. I appreciate the added content of Catalonian culture.
The tour was super interesting and Patrick gave us a lot of interesting information about Barcelona, Gaudí and Spanish modernism in general. It was very informative, detailed and was full of little-known facts. The tour works on a donation basis, so it is ideal for people traveling on a budget. Highly recommended!
Patrick did a Spectacular job. He's extremely knowledgeable and showed us magnificent architecture. I would highly recommend him.
It was one of the best tours that we have attended mainly because it had the perfect mix of detail, history and storytelling. This is a must do tour in Barcelona if one wants to know more about Gaudi and the era.
