Casa Mila in Barcelona

Casa Mila

This house’s surreal design is a Gaudí classic, with sculptures, tiling and colors that defy traditional conventions.

Casa Milà is a museum and art space in Eixample, just north of the city center. It was designed by Gaudí and built between 1906 and 1912. Both the inside and out have been designed in Gaudí’s signature style, with curved lines, fantastical sculptures and intricate details on everything down to the ventilator shafts on the roof. Today it houses a gallery space for exhibitions. The courtyard, attic, ground floor, roof space and La Pedrera apartment are open to the public as examples of Gaudí’s work.

The building’s nickname, La Pedrera, means “The Quarry” in English. The structure’s rough exterior resembles a quarry. It was built as a private home with apartments for rent on the top floors. It became a UNESCO World Heritage building in 1984.

Admire the exterior of the building from the street. There’s a fee to get inside, and a long wait if you don’t buy tickets in advance. Purchase tickets from the official La Pedrera website.

Pay a little extra for an audio guide. It makes navigating easier and points out hidden details that visitors might otherwise miss.

Take the elevator to the roof. It features views of the surrounding neighborhood, and strange details such as spiraling chimneys. The attic has been turned into a small museum that highlights some of Gaudí’s best works. See drawings, plans and videos.

The apartment has been restored and filled with artworks and furnishings of the time. Many of the particulars, right down to the doorknobs, are original.

Finish in the exhibition space on the ground floor. It features regular art exhibitions from local and international artists. The museum is open every day. It’s easy to reach by public transportation. Four of Gaudí’s buildings line the Passeig de Gràcia, including Casa Batlló, just a short walk down the boulevard.

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Guide to Exploring Casa Mila

Sagrada Familia

Gaudí’s basilica in the center of Barcelona is an architectural marvel and offers views across the city from eight towering spires.

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Las Ramblas

These lively pedestrian streets in the heart of Barcelona are filled with flower stalls, tapas restaurants and street performers.

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Casa Batllo

Gaudí designed this house for a family in the early 20th century and incorporated his signature elements into the design, including curved lines and bright colors.

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Park Guell

Look out over the city from a Gaudí-designed terrace in this park in the city’s north.

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Maritime Museum (Museu Maritim)

This museum on Barcelona’s port gives an insight into the city’s important maritime history in the 18th and 19th centuries.

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Barcelona Cathedral

Barcelona’s cathedral dates back to the 1200s, and contains the remains of the city’s patron saint.

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Picasso Museum

See childhood drawings by Spain’s most important artist at this museum in Barcelona’s old town.

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Montjuic

An old fort, a national art museum and miles of walking trails are features of this park overlooking the harbor.

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Palau de la Musica Catalana

This concert hall is an awe-inspiring example of modernist architecture. Tour the building or get in early for tickets to a performance.

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Barcelona Zoo

This zoo in Barcelona’s central park houses about 4000 animals, from pygmy hippos to bottlenose dolphins.

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Poble Espanyol

This village on Montjuïc hill showcases Spanish culture with arts and crafts workshops, traditional eateries and live performances.

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Barcelona Aquarium

Learn about Barcelona’s protected coastline and walk beneath sharks in an underwater tunnel at the city’s aquarium.

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Palau Guell

Take in the large domed ceilings and artistic details in one of Gaudí’s earliest buildings.

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Casa Vicens

Stand on the street to admire the color and brickwork of Gaudí’s first building.

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Plaça de Catalunya

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Located in Eixample, this hotel is steps from Passeig de Gracia and Casa Mila. Casa Batllo and Placa de Catalunya are also within 15 minutes. Diagonal Station is only a 4-minute walk and Passeig de Gracia Station is 8 minutes.

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Located in Eixample, this luxury hotel is steps from Passeig de Gracia and Casa Mila. Casa Batllo and Sagrada Familia are also within 1 mi (2 km). Diagonal Station is only a 4-minute walk and Verdaguer Station is 8 minutes.

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Located in Eixample, this boutique pension is within a 10-minute walk of Casa Calvet, Palau de la Musica Catalana, and Placa de Catalunya. Casa Batllo and La Rambla are also within 15 minutes. Urquinaona Station is only a 3-minute walk and Passeig de Gracia Station is 7 minutes.

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Casa Fuster Hotel

Passeig de Gràcia, 132, Barcelona

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H10 Casa Mimosa

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Located in Eixample, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Casa Mila and Casa Batllo. Sagrada Familia and Palau de la Musica Catalana are also within 1 mi (2 km). Diagonal Station is only a 3-minute walk and Provenca Station is 8 minutes.

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