All of Gaudí’s Works in Barcelona

One of Barcelona’s biggest draws is, without a doubt, its most world-famous architect: Antoni Gaudí. Born in Reus in 1852 and passing away in Barcelona in 1926, he was one of the most prolific artists of Catalan Modernisme. 2026 marks 100 years since his death, so there’s no better time to explore his legacy.

You may already know his most famous works, like the Sagrada Familia or Park Güell, but this genius actually left behind many more buildings and monuments around the city. Seven of his creations are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and six of them are in Barcelona. Join us as we explore all of Gaudí’s works in Barcelona, how to get to each one, and a few tips for making the most of them. If you’re looking for vacation apartments in Barcelona so you can take this route at your own pace, our apartments in Poblenou, near the beach and the Rambla del Poblenou, make a great home base.

CASA MILÀ (LA PEDRERA)

Also known as La Pedrera (Catalan for “the quarry”), it’s one of the architect’s most famous works and, in its day, one of his most controversial. Gaudí built it between 1906 and 1912 at Passeig de Gràcia 92, in the area known as the Quadrat d’Or, or Golden Square, and it was his last civil building. Today it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Its star attraction is the rooftop, dotted with chimneys that look like warriors. The attic is also well worth exploring, with its 270 parabolic brick arches. That’s where you’ll find the only exhibition devoted entirely to Gaudí’s life and work.

In addition to the daytime visit, the Fundació Catalunya La Pedrera offers a nighttime experience with a light show on the rooftop. New for 2026, it also runs the La Pedrera Sunset guided tour, designed to show how the building changes in the evening light. Check the dates and prices if you’d like to experience this monument in a whole new way!

If you’re staying at our beachfront apartments in Barcelona, take metro line L4 to Passeig de Gràcia and walk a few minutes up the boulevard. You can also transfer to the L3 and ride to Diagonal (L3 and L5), which is the closest stop. The house is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Remember to buy your ticket in advance so you can skip the line at the box office.

CASA BATLLÓ

For many, it’s Gaudí’s most beautiful building and another must-see stop on this Barcelona route. Smaller in scale than La Pedrera, it’s the other crown jewel of Passeig de Gràcia.

Between 1904 and 1906, Gaudí completely transformed an existing building and filled it with references to nature. It has bone-shaped windows, a staircase that evokes a spine, and a roof that resembles a dragon’s scaly back. Beyond its colorful facade, the interior is well worth a visit thanks to its excellent state of preservation.

Keep in mind that Casa Batlló uses dynamic pricing: the earlier you book, the less you pay. Also, since 2025, the Dragon Rooftop is no longer included in the basic ticket, so double-check which option you’re buying. It’s open 365 days a year from 9:00 a.m., with nighttime visits during certain seasons.

Visiting this building is a great idea if you’re also going to Casa Milà, since they’re only about a 10-minute walk apart. The closest stop is Passeig de Gràcia (L2, L3, and L4). From our apartments on the Rambla del Poblenou, the L4 will get you to Passeig de Gràcia in about 15 minutes.

LA SAGRADA FAMILIA

Without question, the architect’s best-known work is the Sagrada Familia, and 2026 has been a historic year for it. On June 10, marking the centenary of Gaudí’s death, Pope Leo XIV blessed and inaugurated the Tower of Jesus Christ, the tallest in the complex. Standing 172.5 meters tall, it makes the basilica the tallest church in the world. Even so, construction is still ongoing, and the Glory facade has yet to be finished.

It’s not just the details on the facades that impress: the interior will leave you speechless. Its branching columns transport you to a stone forest lit by colorful stained-glass windows. The museum, located beneath the basilica, will help you fully understand Gaudí’s vision. You can also climb the towers of the Nativity or Passion facade, with their narrow spiral staircases and city views that will take your breath away.

To get there, take the metro to the Sagrada Família stop (L2 and L5). From our apartments in Poblenou, the easiest option is to take the L4 to Verdaguer and then ride the L5 one stop. We recommend buying your ticket online in advance, as it often sells out. It’s also worth renting the audio guide to uncover all the symbolism hidden throughout the basilica.

PARK GÜELL

High above Barcelona sits the city’s most famous park and one of the architect’s most magical works. Located on Carmel Hill, Park Güell was originally planned as a private housing development for wealthy families. The idea never took off, and in 1926 it opened as a public park.

Only two houses were ever built. Gaudí lived in one of them, designed by his collaborator Francesc Berenguer, and today it’s the Gaudí House Museum. What has survived are the features that have made the park one of the most photographed spots in the city: the trencadís dragon on the main staircase, the Hypostyle Room, and the wavy bench on Nature Square. All of them have become symbols of Barcelona.

Entry to the Monumental Zone requires a ticket (€18 for adults in 2026) with an assigned time slot, so it’s best to book online. The rest of the park, with its winding paths and pine groves, is still free to enter.

If you’re taking the metro, get off at Lesseps or Vallcarca (L3) and get ready for an uphill walk of about 20 minutes. If you’re staying in Poblenou, there’s a very handy option: the L4 takes you straight to Alfons X, where you can catch the Bus Güell, a free shuttle for ticket holders. If you’d rather take a regular bus, the 24 leaves from Plaça de Catalunya and drops you off right by the park.

TORRE BELLESGUARD O CASA FIGUERAS

Designated a Site of Cultural Interest, this building at the foot of the Collserola hills is one of the lesser-known Gaudí houses in Barcelona. He built it between 1900 and 1909 on the site of King Martin the Humane’s old castle. That’s why its straight lines and medieval-fortress feel come as a surprise to anyone who only knows the Gaudí of Passeig de Gràcia. It’s been open to the public since 2013, and its highlights include the brick attic, colorful stained-glass windows, and sweeping views of the entire city.

Torre Bellesguard could easily be on our list of charming hidden gems in Barcelona. To visit, take the Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat (FGC line L7) from Plaça de Catalunya, get off at Avinguda Tibidabo, and hop on bus 196 or 123. You can choose between an audio-guided visit and a guided tour. It’s open Tuesday through Sunday, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

CASA VICENS

This summer house was a young Antoni Gaudí’s first major commission, built between 1883 and 1885 for Manuel Vicens. Located in the Gràcia neighborhood, it combines colorful tiles, plant motifs, and a strong Neo-Mudéjar flair, and it foreshadows many of the ideas the architect would go on to develop. It’s been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005 and a house museum since 2017, so today you can explore the interior and see how it all began.

To get there, take metro line L3 and get off at Fontana or Lesseps. The house is at Carrer de les Carolines 20, just a few minutes from either stop. It’s open daily from 9:30 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. from April to October and until 6:00 p.m. from November to March. Late arrivals aren’t admitted, so make sure you show up on time for your slot.

PALAU GÜELL

Another of Gaudí’s works in Barcelona that often flies under the radar is this marvel of stone and wrought iron. It’s located on Carrer Nou de la Rambla, right in the heart of El Raval. It was commissioned by businessman Eusebi Güell, who wanted the architect to build him a residence next to the family home, and it went up between 1886 and 1890.

It’s another of the architect’s Arab-inspired creations and stands out, among other things, for its rooftop chimneys, designed as sculptures. If you want to learn more about his different styles, don’t miss our article on Gaudí’s inspiration.

It’s just a few steps from La Rambla, so it’s easy to combine with a stroll through the city center. If you’re coming by metro, get off at Liceu (L3, green line). From Poblenou, take the L4 to Passeig de Gràcia and transfer to the L3. It’s open Tuesday through Sunday and on public holidays. From April to October, hours are 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with shorter hours from November to March. The audio guide is included with admission.

THE TERESIANAS SCHOOL

Antoni Gaudí completed this school and convent for the Congregation of Teresian Sisters in 1890, after taking over a project that was already underway. Drawing on Catalan Gothic, the architect kept the design austere to reflect the congregation’s vow of poverty and worked mainly in brick. Even so, its corridors feature some of his signature touches, like parabolic arches and the pinnacle topped with a four-armed cross.

It’s still a private school today, so the interior isn’t open to the public. If you’d like to see its facade on Carrer de Ganduxer, take FGC line L6 from Plaça de Catalunya and get off at La Bonanova.

CASA CALVET

One of the most overlooked works in Barcelona is Casa Calvet (1898–1900), the architect’s most understated and symmetrical building. Interestingly, it was the only one that earned him a city award: best building of the year in 1900. On the facade, look out for the carved mushrooms, a nod to the owner’s passion for mycology.

The apartments are private, but the ground floor is home to shops that preserve original features, so you can take a peek inside. You’ll find it at Carrer de Casp 48, near the Urquinaona stop (L1 and L4).

PLAÇA REIAL LAMPPOSTS

Now that we’ve covered the most important houses and buildings, let’s talk about the rest of Gaudí’s works around the city. These six-armed wrought-iron lampposts were the city council’s first commission for the young, newly graduated architect. Gaudí also designed a three-armed version, which stands in Pla de Palau, across from the former Civil Government building. Plaça Reial is right next to La Rambla, near the Liceu stop (L3), so it’s the perfect place to stop on a sunset stroll.

FINCA GÜELL PAVILLIONS

Between 1884 and 1887, Eusebi Güell commissioned Gaudí to design the entrance pavilions and stables for his summer estate in Pedralbes. It was their first project together. The highlight is the spectacular wrought-iron gate, with a guardian dragon keeping watch over the entrance.

The interior is currently closed to the public, but you can get a great view of the dragon gate from the street at Avinguda de Pedralbes 7. To get there, take the L3 and get off at Palau Reial.

FOUNTAIN OF HÉRCULES (PALAU DE PEDRALBES)

On the same grounds where the Güell family had their estate, you’ll find the Hercules Fountain, now part of the Palau de Pedralbes gardens. It’s a minor work that remained hidden under overgrown vegetation until it was rediscovered in the 1980s. In the same gardens, you’ll also spot a parabolic pergola attributed to the architect.

Just like the pavilions, you can get there by taking the L3 to Palau Reial. The gardens are open daily, though they occasionally close when the grounds host official events.

PORTAL MIRALLES

Gaudí built this entrance gate shortly after finishing Casa Calvet. It was commissioned by Hermenegild Miralles, a businessman who had worked with him on several projects, as the entrance to his estate. The result is an undulating wall decorated with trencadís, although Gaudí’s contribution didn’t go beyond the gateway itself. You’ll find it at Passeig de Manuel Girona 55, near the Maria Cristina stop (L3).

SANT PACIÀ CHURCH MOSAIC

Few people know that one of Gaudí’s first jobs, back when he was still a student, was for this church in the Sant Andreu neighborhood. It’s a classical-style mosaic, very different from his later work. Sadly, it’s the only part of his contribution that survives, since everything else was lost during the Tragic Week of 1909. The church is at Carrer de les Monges 27, and the nearest metro stop is Sant Andreu (L1).

OTHER PLACES TO SEE GAUDÍ ART IN BARCELONA

If you’re still hungry for more, Gaudí left other works in Catalonia just a short trip from the city. The most notable is the crypt at Colonia Güell, in Santa Coloma de Cervelló, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can also visit the warehouse of the Cooperativa Obrera Mataronense in Mataró and the Bodegas Güell in Garraf (Sitges), attributed to Gaudí and his collaborator Francesc Berenguer.

As you can see, there are enough Gaudí works to fill several days, so it pays to take your time. At Lugaris, we offer apartments by the day or by the week, as well as mid-term stays in Barcelona if you want to get to know the city without rushing. Whether you choose Lugaris Beach, right by the beach, or Lugaris Rambla, on the Rambla del Poblenou, you’ll have the Gaudí route just a few metro stops away.

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