You can choose one of the following tours:
The Modernist movement is reflected in the architecture of the “Eixample” district. A central sector of the Eixample is the Quadrat d’Or (Golden Square) because of its concentration of Modernist Buildings. A trip through the Catalan Modernism - Art Deco, Modern Style - an artistic current which manifested in Europe around the turn of the century whose main features are the variety of forms and the richness of its decorative elements. A large proportion of the masterpieces of modernist architects such as Gaudí, Domènech i Montaner and Puig i Cadafalch are concentrated in the “Eixample” quarter. We can visit the masterpiece of Gaudí’s work: the Parque Güell and the Sagrada Familia.
A panoramic tour of the city, from the mountain to the sea, passing through some of the most representative avenues and buildings: Montjuïc Mountain, stop to admire a panoramic view of the city and the Port, the Ramblas, the Paseo de Gracia, the Diagonal, the Sagrada Família and the Olympic Port.
A walk through the old quarter of the city, where plentiful remains of the old Roman Walls and constructions can be seen, and the great Gothic buildings, witness to the ascendancy of the city and its culture in the Middle Ages. The trip goes via the Ramblas, the Mercado de la Boqueria, Plaza Sant Jaume, where the Palau de la Generalitat and the City Hall are situated, the Cathedral and its cloister, and the Plaza del Pi.
A walk through the old quarter of the city, where plentiful remains of Picasso can be seen and where the Picasso Museum is situated.
Visit to the 4 Gats, this modernist cafe was founded in 1897 and is world famous for its relationship with Picasso when he lived in BCN (he designed a menu and came often to the place). Its name means "4 cats", which is a Spanish expression meaning "a few unimportant persons". They serve one of the best coffees of BCN, so is a good option for breakfast, when is not as crowded as in the evenings.
We will visit the Palau de la Música Catalana is one of the world's leading concert halls.
Considered to be one of Modernism's chief exponents, it was built by architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner between 1905 and 1908.
In 1997 it was declared a "World Heritage Site" by UNESCO.
We will continue to Las Ramblas and will arrive to El Liceo, where we will visit the most representative areas: the Hall, the Room of Mirrors and the Foyer (in Catalan, Spanish and English).
- MODERNIST BARCELONA
- PANORAMIC BARCELONA
- HISTORICAL BARCELONA
- PICASSO BARCELONA, 4GATS CAFÉ AND MUSEUM
- BARCELONA MUSICAL: PALAU DE LA MUSICA AND LICEO
MODERNIST TOUR OF BARCELONA
The Modernist movement is reflected in the architecture of the “Eixample” district. A central sector of the Eixample is the Quadrat d’Or (Golden Square) because of its concentration of Modernist Buildings. A trip through the Catalan Modernism - Art Deco, Modern Style - an artistic current which manifested in Europe around the turn of the century whose main features are the variety of forms and the richness of its decorative elements. A large proportion of the masterpieces of modernist architects such as Gaudí, Domènech i Montaner and Puig i Cadafalch are concentrated in the “Eixample” quarter. We can visit the masterpiece of Gaudí’s work: the Parque Güell and the Sagrada Familia.
PANORAMIC TOUR OF BARCELONA
A panoramic tour of the city, from the mountain to the sea, passing through some of the most representative avenues and buildings: Montjuïc Mountain, stop to admire a panoramic view of the city and the Port, the Ramblas, the Paseo de Gracia, the Diagonal, the Sagrada Família and the Olympic Port.
HISTORICAL TOUR OF BARCELONA
A walk through the old quarter of the city, where plentiful remains of the old Roman Walls and constructions can be seen, and the great Gothic buildings, witness to the ascendancy of the city and its culture in the Middle Ages. The trip goes via the Ramblas, the Mercado de la Boqueria, Plaza Sant Jaume, where the Palau de la Generalitat and the City Hall are situated, the Cathedral and its cloister, and the Plaza del Pi.
PICASSO BARCELONA, 4GATS CAFÉ AND MUSEUM
A walk through the old quarter of the city, where plentiful remains of Picasso can be seen and where the Picasso Museum is situated.
Visit to the 4 Gats, this modernist cafe was founded in 1897 and is world famous for its relationship with Picasso when he lived in BCN (he designed a menu and came often to the place). Its name means "4 cats", which is a Spanish expression meaning "a few unimportant persons". They serve one of the best coffees of BCN, so is a good option for breakfast, when is not as crowded as in the evenings.
BARCELONA MUSICAL: PALAU DE LA MUSICA AND LICEO
We will visit the Palau de la Música Catalana is one of the world's leading concert halls.
Considered to be one of Modernism's chief exponents, it was built by architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner between 1905 and 1908.
In 1997 it was declared a "World Heritage Site" by UNESCO.
We will continue to Las Ramblas and will arrive to El Liceo, where we will visit the most representative areas: the Hall, the Room of Mirrors and the Foyer (in Catalan, Spanish and English).