4 hours
Daily Tour
6 people
Czech, English, Espanol, portugues, Slovak
Josep Puig i Cadafalch
In a city celebrated for Gaudí, there’s another architectural genius waiting to be discovered: Josep Puig i Cadafalch. A key figure of Catalan Modernisme, Puig was not only an architect, but also a historian, politician, and passionate defender of Catalonia’s cultural identity. His works are rich in symbolism, steeped in history, and strikingly original — offering a different, deeply intellectual lens through which to understand Barcelona.
Exploring Puig i Cadafalch’s architecture means uncovering a lesser-known but equally fascinating side of the city. From the fairytale towers of Casa de les Punxes, to the intricate elegance of Casa Amatller, and the industrial beauty of the Casaramona textile factory, his legacy is everywhere — if you know where to look.
This 4-hour tour invites architecture lovers and curious minds alike to step off the usual paths and experience a Barcelona that is both modern and medieval, political and poetic. Through Puig’s works, we not only admire buildings — we uncover stories of identity, resistance, and artistic ambition.
If you want to go beyond postcards and get to the soul of Barcelona’s architecture, a journey into Puig i Cadafalch’s world is simply unforgettable.
Hotel Pick-up – We begin the tour from the client’s accommodation, traveling towards the upper part of Barcelona, where Gaudí’s early works await, or we also could safe time and meet in front of casa batllo.
Casa Amatller (Interior visit with skip-the-line access)
Explore the interior of this elegant modernist residence, complete with original furniture, stained glass, and one of the best-preserved period kitchens in Barcelona.
Plaça d’Espanya & Montjuïc
We start with an introduction to the grand urban transformation of the 1929 International Exhibition. Standing in Plaça d’Espanya, you’ll learn how Puig i Cadafalch envisioned Montjuïc as a cultural and monumental space, laying the groundwork for Barcelona’s 20th-century identity.
Fàbrica Casaramona (CaixaForum) – Interior Visit
A pioneering example of industrial Modernisme, this former textile factory blends form and function with beauty. You’ll explore vaulted ceilings, brick façades, decorative ironwork, and understand how Cadafalch revolutionized industrial architecture by treating factories as works of art.
Casa Martí & Els Quatre Gats Café
We’ll take a break in the famous modernist café where Picasso and his circle once gathered. Casa Martí’s neo-Gothic façade, stained glass, and sculptural details are a perfect example of Cadafalch’s stylistic blend of medieval influences with modernist flair.
Palau Macaya
A serene and elegant structure with white stone façades, horseshoe arches, and floral motifs. You’ll see how Cadafalch incorporated Islamic, Romanesque, and Gothic elements while creating an original modernist language.
Casa de les Punxes
An urban fairytale castle, this house for the Terradas sisters is one of Barcelona’s most photographed buildings. The façade is rich in symbolism, including stained glass and ceramic panels inspired by Catalan legends.
Palau del Baró de Quadras
This building surprises with its dual façades: one neo-Gothic and richly sculpted, the other in more sober modernist lines. A unique opportunity to appreciate how Cadafalch adapted to both street environments and social functions.
Casa Amatller – Full Interior Visit
A masterpiece of Catalan Modernisme. Alongside Gaudí’s Casa Batlló, Casa Amatller stands out with its stepped Flemish-style gable, ornate sculptures, and colorful tile work. Inside, you’ll explore original furniture, art nouveau lighting, and one of the few perfectly preserved kitchens of the era. It’s a time capsule of upper-class life in early 20th-century Barcelona.
Every day. Sagrada Familia has provisional opening hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
4 hours.
We recommend around 10AM or 3PM
The guide will pick you up at your Hotel/ accommodation if it is located within the city limits.
At the last visited site casa Amatler or at your preference if it is located within the city limits.
We can have coffee for a short break, if you are interested in having lunch, we can talk about it and add extra time, or try to have a quick lunch (Spanish tapas), where we can recover our strength and make the most of the time.
This tour has a luxury vehicle with driver dedicated exclusively to your group and is tailored according to the size of your group. The price is based on a maximum of 6, for larger groups please consult us.
Absolutely!
Casa Amatller is wheelchair accessible, with a lift providing access for visitors with reduced mobility. Shoe Covers: To protect the historic interiors, visitors are required to wear shoe covers during the tour.
CaixaForum Barcelona, housed in the former Casaramona textile factory, is fully accessible for visitors with physical disabilities.
Absolutely! This tour is suitable for families with children, offering a blend of engaging architecture, interactive exhibits, and family-friendly amenities. Curiously, we have children and we know how to charm them. Please mention if there are children in your group so that we can adapt the itinerary and approach. In addition, we have many things to tell the little ones or teenagers that will undoubtedly attract their attention.
| # | Discount group | From adult | To adult | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 adults | 2 | 2 | €651,00 |
| 2 | 3 adults | 3 | 3 | €1.324,00 |
| 3 | 4 adults | 4 | 4 | €1.997,00 |
| 4 | 5 adults | 5 | 5 | €2.670,00 |
| 5 | 6 adults | 6 | 6 | €3.343,00 |
| 6 | 7 adults | 7 | 7 | €4.016,00 |
| 7 | 8 adults | 8 | 8 | €4.689,00 |
| 8 | 9 adults | 9 | 9 | €5.362,00 |
