Barcelona: Ramón Pla Armengol Foundation Guided Tour Tour in Spanish and Catalan
ID: GYG435833-785373
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
50 min.
Description
Take a guided tour of the home of Ramón Pla Armengol and marvel at his daughter's antique furniture collection. Learn about one of Barcelona's most prominent families during the 20th century.
Step inside the home of Ramón Pla Armengol and his daughter Nuria to discover the history of this important building in Barcelona during the 20th century. Embark on a guided tour and admire Nuria's extensive furniture collection.
During your guided tour, learn about the life of the pharmaceutical pioneer, Ramón Pla Armengol, and how the building was used to produce medicine to combat tuberculosis. Hear about the impact of the civil war on this prominent family and how he was eventually exiled.
Then, hear about his daughter, Dr. Nuria Pla, and her passion for culture and the arts. Marvel at her incredible collection of furniture and decorative art objects, with more than 800 pieces dating from the 14th to the 19th centuries.
Highlights
- Delve into Barcelona's pharmaceutical history and the fight against tuberculosis
- Discover one of the most prominent families in Barcelona during the 20th century
- Admire one of the most extensive art collections in Europe with over 800 pieces
- Enjoy insightful commentary from your guide as you explore this historic house
- Hear about the life of Ramón Pla Armengol from his achievements to his exile
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
A live tour guide is not guaranteed for the English option and you may be provided with an audio guide
The second floor of the museum has stairs
Enter through the Ramón Pla Armengol Gardens and go to the Museum Entrance. Please access the entrance through the inferior facade. Your guide will be inside.
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
