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want to follow the antoni gaudi trail?...
let's visit some of those amazing antoni gaudi
buildings in barcelona,
such as la
sagrada familia, casa battló, la
pedrera, and parc güell ...
Did you think the word "gaudy" originated from the colourful works of renowned Catalonian architect Gaudí?
Well ... it seems you'd be wrong, because - apparently - the word "gaudy" was on the scene long before the fantastic Gaudí!
One thing's for sure ... you'll miss much if you visit Barcelona without getting to know his unusual works ...
Born in the Catalonian town of Reus in 1852, (he died in 1926), Antonio Gaudí's works are an intrinsic part of Barcelona - his Sagrada Familia is the city's number one tourist attraction.
Although catergorized under Art Nouveau, his style is unique and very much his own.
So let's follow a virtual trail of this famous Spanish architect and look at his works in Barcelona ...
antoni gaudi buildings in barcelona
Start
your
Gaudí Trailat Barcelona's Plaça Reial
(or, for those of you who
prefer plain Castillian Spanish
rather than Catalan -
the Plaza Real!), which is
nice and central, being
just off Las Ramblas.
A
pretty square in its own
right,
you'll also enjoy seeing
some
of
Gaudí's picturesque
lamp-posts
...
Next
on your agenda will
be
his Casa
Battló ...
casa battló
From the Plaça Reial, make your way to
number 43,
Passeig de
Gracia - which is where Casa Battló is
located.
This block of apartments was renovated by Gaudi between 1904 and 1906.
The lower level is all undulating stone structure, alleviated by beautiful, stained-glass windows.
The upper part boasts colourful ceramic and glass mosaics, all topped off by a brightly tiled roof.
Inside, the first floor was also decorated by Antoni Gaudi - a fine example of his best interior design work.
By the way, you can save 20% on the entrance with the Barcelona Card!
And now, stroll further down the street - to 92, Passeig de Gracia - and you'll arrive at La Pedrera ...
la pedrera
La Pedrera - or Casa Milà as it's sometimes known - was built by Antoni Gaudi between 1906 and 1910 for the Milà Family.
This block, with its unusual, wavy façade, roof-top sculputres and chimneys, plus modern interior marine decoration, is now owned by the Caixa Catalunya Bank, being used chiefly for art exhibitions and concerts.
I took this photo whilst aboard a hop-on hop-off tourist bus. At least it hasn't got the top of someone's head in it - which is not the case of many of the snaps I took whilst on the bus!
It's time to continue on to Barcelona's
number one tourist
attraction!...
Gaudi's Sagrada Familia ...
sagrada familia
Turn right off the Passeig de Gracia, walk down the Avinguda Diagonal and, after about 10 minutes, you'll see La Sagrada Familia looming on your left!
This impressive basilica is Barcelona's number one attraction! ... and it isn't even finished yet!
Started in 1883, Antoni Gaudi unfortunately failed to complete it before his death in 1926.
It's still under construction and, when eventually completed, should boast 18 spires - 12 representing the Apostles ... 4 the Evangelists ... the Virgin Mary ... and Jesus Christ.
Save 12% on the entrance with the Barcelona Card!
You'll now need to catch the metro from
La Sagrada Familia
to Lesseps in order to visit Parc Guëll ...
parc guëll
Once at Lesseps, a 20-minute walk awaits you before arriving at Barcelona's fabulous Parc Güell. Those of you feeling a little warn out may prefer to catch a taxi!
This amazing park by Antoni Gaudi was originally commissioned by Eusebi Guëll and intended for the Barcelona aristocracy.
Hansel-and-Gretal-style houses ... dragons ... wonderful stone shapes embedded with colourful mosaics are just a few of the joys to behold!
What's more, the entrance is FREE!
Have you enjoyed your virtual Antoni Gaudi tour? Well here are some real Gaudi tours! ...
touring barcelona's antoni gaudi highlights ...
Walking Tour of Modernist
Barcelona
Visit Barcelona's Golden Square and admire Art Nouveau buildings by
Gaudi, Domencach I Mutaner, Puig I Cadafalch ...
more details ...
Gaudi and Picasso
Highlights
Visit Gaudi and Picasso's Barcelona, including Casa Battlo, Parc Guell,
Sagrada Familia, Picasso Museum ...
more details ...
Private Half-Day Gaudi
Walking Tour
Enjoy a private, half-day walking tour discovering Gaudi's creations,
including a detailed tour of La Pedrera ...
more details ...
Private Half-Day Gaudi
Car Tour
Enjoy a private, half-day car tour visiting Gaudi's masterpieces,
including a detailed tour of La Pedrera ...
more details ...
More useful information about Barcelona - where to stay, where to go, ...
antoni gaudi - where to stay in barcelona
hotels
in the center
Learn how to find and book a hotel in central Barcelona ...
more
details ...
budget
hotels
Some suggestions for budget hotels and hostels ...
more
details ...
apartmental
rental
Your guide to holiday apartment rental ...
more
details ...
antoni gaudi - barcelona travel and tours
sightseeing
All about the most popular sights to see in Barcelona ...
more
details ...
barcelona
sightseeing tours
Superb choice of Barcelona tours ...
more
details ...
travel
guide barcelona
Your Barcelona travel guide ...
more
details ...
barcelona
airport
In-depth information on Barcelona Airport ...
more
details ...
antoni gaudi - money-saving ideas
And, finally, if you're interested in articles or memorabilia related to Gaudi, it's a good idea to check out to see if there are any tempting bargains on eBay before buying elsewhere ...
