Casa Vicens Gaudí
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Discover Antoni Gaudí's first masterpiece, a building that marked the beginning of a new way of understanding architecture. Located in the Vila de Gràcia, this house museum was the beginning of a new way of understanding architecture: free, colourful and deeply inspired by nature. Since 2005, Casa Vicens has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Built between 1883 and 1885 as a summer residence, Casa Vicens is one of the most striking gems of Catalan Modernism. Its style blends Eastern and Mudejar influences with a strong presence of natural elements, creating a unique work in which ceramics, wrought iron, colour and meticulous ornamentation stand out, heralding the artistic language that would define all of Gaudí's future work.
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Visiting Casa Vicens is like travelling back to the moment when Gaudí's creative genius was born: an encounter with the origins of his style and his vision of art as a union between architecture, nature, beauty and functionality. Through its rooms, gardens and ornamental details, you will understand how Gaudí, at barely thirty years of age, conceived architecture as a total work of art.
During the visit, you will discover some of the building's most emblematic spaces:
- Garden: a small urban oasis that recovers the natural essence of its original design.
- Ceramic façade: decorated with Moorish rose tiles, the flower that grew spontaneously on the land and inspired the architect.
- Historic interiors: rooms that combine painting, wood, wrought iron and sgraffito, transporting visitors to the artistic world of 1885.
The experience is completed with a free audio guide in 16 languages, free Wi-Fi access and services adapted for families, school groups and people with reduced mobility.
Opening hours:
- November to March: every day from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- April to October: every day from 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Closed on 25 December and 6 January, and from 7 to 14 January 2025 inclusive. We recommend confirming opening hours on their official website: www.casavicens.org
Duration: approximately 90 minutes.
Address and how to get there: Carrer Carolines, 20.
- Metro: L3, Fontana stop.
- Bus: 22, 24, 27, 87, 114, H6, V17, D40 and N4.
- Reduced admission: seniors over 65, students aged 12 to 29, members of large or single-parent families, persons with official disability certification.
- Free admission: children up to 11 years old, companions of persons with functional diversity, ICOM members and Club Super 3 members.
- Accessibility: visit adapted for people with reduced mobility and wheelchair users.
- Rules: swimwear and costumes are not permitted. To ensure that all visitors can enjoy the experience, we ask that you speak in a moderate tone of voice.
- Sustainable commitment: Casa Vicens has been awarded the Biosphere label, which certifies its commitment to sustainability and the preservation of cultural and environmental heritage, guaranteeing good practices to reduce its ecological impact and promote responsible tourism in Barcelona.
What does Casa Vicens represent?
Casa Vicens is Gaudí's first major work and the origin of his architectural language. Here he experimented with colour, geometry and nature, laying the foundations for his unique style. It is a key piece for understanding how his later work evolved and an exceptional example of early modernism in Barcelona.
Where is Casa Vicens located?
Casa Vicens is located in the Gràcia neighbourhood, one of Barcelona's most distinctive areas, at 20 Carolines Street. The neighbourhood is perfect for combining your visit with a stroll through its squares, local shops and traditional cafés, making the experience a well-rounded cultural and urban outing.
How long does a visit to Casa Vicens take?
A self-guided tour of Casa Vicens takes approximately 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the pace of each visitor. During the tour, you can explore the gardens, the decorated façade and the original interiors while following the audio guide. It is an itinerary that allows you to enjoy the building at your own pace and appreciate every detail of Gaudí's early work.
When is Casa Vicens free?
Admission is free for children under 11, companions of people with functional diversity, members of ICOM and the Super 3 Club. There are also reduced rates for people over 65, students aged 12 to 29 and large or single-parent families, making it easier for all types of visitors to enjoy the space.
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