Barcelona: Discover Gaudi Architectural Guided Tour

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ID: GYG371315-667470
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Country: Spain

Duration: 03:00 hours


Description

This great morning tour will help you to discover the genius of Gaudí and explore some of Barcelona's architecture on a walking tour led by practicing, passionate architects.
See amazing examples of modern architecture including the Antoni Tàpies Foundation and Casa Lleó Morera by Domènech i Montaner, Casa Amatller by Puig i Cadafalch, hidden courtyards, and, of course, the 3 main residential buildings designed by Antoni Gaudi: Casa Calvet, Casa Batlló, and Casa Milà. 

Trace the path that took Antoni Gaudí from his social concerns toward a total absorption with the divine until he finally became 'the last great cathedral builder.' Delve into the architectural essence of Gaudi and his visual power, which made him such an inspiration to the Surrealists as well as the most famous Spanish architect. You'll learn about a series of turning points in his career that include a project in Manhattan, the last commission from his patron, Eusebi Güell, and his first architectural steps with the Sagrada Família.

All of the guides are practising architects, most of whom are also professors of architecture as well as architectural critics. This wide spectrum of knowledge on a huge range of topics will help you to get an in depth insight into the buildings visited. At the end of the walk, you will receive a guide written by the local partner's passionate team with suggestions of places to have a drink and architecture to admire.

Highlights

  • Discover how Gaudi imagined his architectural projects
  • Learn about the beginnings of modern urbanism
  • Admire the magic of the Modernisme period
  • Get inside hidden courtyards and learn how they became public gardens

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The weather in Barcelona is usually very nice, but it's recommended you bring along suitable clothing for all weather. Tours will be cancelled only if the weather poses a safety threat.
• The entire tour is wheelchair accessible.
• You will not go inside the buildings.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Meet by the sculpture by Joan Brossa, located in front of the Comedia Cinema at the intersection of Passeig de Gràcia and Gran Via.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.