Guided tour of Palau de la Música Catalana in Barcelona
Attractions & guided tours

Guided tour of Palau de la Música Catalana in Barcelona

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Excellent
Based on 209 reviews
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£18.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Chinese, Catalan
Availability: Daily
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: Flexible
Do this because
  • The Lluís Millet Hall: a tribute to nature
  • The Concert Hall, an explosion of color, shapes and light
What to expect

The Palau de la Música Catalana is one of the most representative monuments of Barcelona and one of the most recommended tourist attractions of the city.

Built between 1905 and 1908 by the great architect Lluis Domènech i Montaner, the Palau is an architectural jewel of Catalonia and an essential part of any visit to the city, as any of the most fascinating Gaudí buildings.

This historical building, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997, offers an experience so magical that visitors fall in love with it. Thanks to the hand of experienced guides, the wonders of this architectural pearl can be discovered and visitors will fall into a fantasy world full of details and references to the characteristic nature of modernist architecture.

An essential visit in the list of top 10 things to see in Barcelona.

The tour starts in the Rehearsal Hall of the Orfeó Catala, where the foundation stone of the building was laid in 1905 and where even today, as it has for more than 100 years, the choir of the Orfeó Català rehearses regularly. Sitting in this intimate space, visitors can learn the reason for its importance with an audiovisual tour.

The tour continues along the grand staircase decorated with flowers, Catalan flags and a single rail: built in a clever combination of a range of materials including iron and glass to create a world of detail which never ceases to amaze visitors and viewers.

You will then visit the Lluís Millet Hall, take a glimpse at the large balcony composed of columns symbolizing flowers of every kind, it is a real tribute to nature.

Finally visit the Concert Hall where an explosion of color, shapes and light will welcome you to this great masterpiece of decorative art which amazes and inspires visitors and artists day after day. Also go up to the second floor, next to the great skylight, a drop of water and honey, a source of both light and inspiration.

And finally the organ of the Palau, overlooking the room, will accompany the audience on a little musical journey.

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What's included
  • check Guided tour of Palau de la Música Catalana
  • check Entrance ticket to Palau de la Música Catalana
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Gratuities
Where

Palau de la Música Catalana, C/Sant Pere més Alt, s/n

Meeting point:
Palau de la Musica Box Office, C/ Sant Pere més Alt s/n, Barcelona. How to arrive:Bus Lines: V15, V17, 45Barcelona Tourist Bus (route north and south): Stop Casa Batllo - Antoni Tàpies FoundationCity Tours (Tours Barcelona): Stop 2, GothicMetro Urquinaona: L1, L4RENFE: Station Plaça CatalunyaFGC: Station Plaça Catalunya
What to remember
  • Please be on time. After the tour has started no new guests will be allowed to join
  • Smoking is prohibited in the entire building
  • Food and drinks are not allowed inside the auditorium
  • Cloakroom service and luggage services are not available
  • The Palau de la Música Catalana reserves the right to refuse admission. Official complaint forms are available upon request at the Reception desk of the building for the submission of any complaints and/or comments
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Provider
PALAU DE LA MÚSICA CATALANA- FUNDACIÓ ORFEÓ CATALÀ
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.7/5

Based on 209 reviews from verified customers

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Value for money

4.6/5

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - August 2024

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - July 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The tour was excellent, and the guide was very knowledgeable! They balanced history facts, storytelling, and photo opportunities well. I highly recomm ...

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - July 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - July 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

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  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - June 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

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  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - June 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

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