10 works by Gaudí to visit absolutely in Barcelona

The works of Antoni Gaudi in Barcelona are not just in the Sagrada Familia and in the Parc Güell. Focus on 10 works by Catalan architect to see in Barcelona.

We know all the famous works of the famous Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi, with the Sagrada Familia or the Parc Güell to mention only the most visited monuments in Barcelona . But what about his other creations? We have denounced for you the 10 works made by Gaudi located in Barcelona that are worth a visit. From his first creations reflecting his architectural debut in colourful style to his works best known by the public.

1. Casa Vicens

The first large architectural work carried out by Gaudi, Casa Vicens was built between 1883 and 1888 for an easy family with a ceramic factory. The special decoration of this work and its facades present both oriental and baroque influences. It is possible to visit Casa Vicens since only the end of 2017.

2. Casa Mila or Pedrerà

Casa Mila , also known as Casa Pedrerà, is Gaudi's most famous house. You can admire a beautiful view of the city of Barcelona and see the famous Sagrada Familia from the terrace of the building.

3. Park Güell

Listed to UNESCO’s World Heritage, Park Güell It was originally a project of garden city which was to have a chapel and 60 houses but which could not succeed because of heavy construction costs in the early 20th century. Today, this park is the most visited of the city with its famous undulating benches of ceramic trencadis. Gaudi’s house-museum was also on the site where the architect lived there for 20 years.

4. Casa Batllò

Considered one of the most original works of the architect, the Casa Batlló is the result of a restoration of an old building dating from 1877. The decoration and the marine style that is found both outside and inside the building and its facade made of stone, wrought iron, glass and ceramic trencadis make the particularity of this house.

5. Palau Güell

Main residence of the Güell family, this palace with a much darker façade than the various projects of Gaudi represents the beginnings of the particular style of the architect. Inside there is a splendid cupola, wood and wrought iron works and column games. The terrace offers beautiful colored fireplaces.

6. Casa Calvet

Designed for a textile merchant, this work is one of the most conventional of Gaudi, although there are some decorative elements typical of the architect. Today, Casa Calvet houses a restaurant with the same name.

7. Miralles Gate

The Miralles Gate in the district of Sarrià was built in 1901 to access the Finca Miralles, a property that has now disappeared. The door was preserved in its entirety and although it is one of Gaudi’s most well-known works, it is still worth a visit with its wavy forms that seem to be zigzaguer.

8. Church and crypt of the Colonia Güell

This site built in 1914 is located 12 kilometers from Barcelona. The inside of the crypt is composed of 5 aisles and columns with different shapes that are also found outside. It is said that the church of this site allowed the architect to train for the realization of the Sagrada Familia.

9. The Basilica of the Sagrada Familia

Sagrada Familia is Gaudi's greatest work for which he devoted the whole end of his life. Although the constructions are still underway and the end of the work is normally planned for 2022, the architecture of this church makes it one of the most beautiful in the world. The towers offer a nice panoramic view of Barcelona and you can find a museum inside the history of the building as well as the crypt where you can find the tomb of Gaudi.

10. La Casa Bellesguard

Casa Bellesguard , also named Casa Figueras or Torre Bellesguard, is a little known building that was designed between 1900 and 1909 by Gaudi. This house is more inspired by the Catalan Gothic style, although there are colourful touches typical of Gaudi, at the foot of the Collserola hill.