CityBuddy
Casa Milà (La Pedrera)
Best time to visit
Early morning at opening or late afternoon near closing to avoid large tour groups, and to see sunlight bring out the façade's colors.
Budget tips
Timed-entry tickets are required and typically cost in the low-to-mid tens of euros; reserve online in advance for lower fares and skip-the-line options, and check the official site and city passes for occasional combos since regular free-entry days are rare.
Recommended for
Architecture lovers, Photography enthusiasts, Design and art students, Couples and cultural travelers
Plan your visit
45-75 min
About
Fatti rapidi: Facciata ondulata e balconi in ferro battuto sembrano scolpiti nella pietra, offrendo giochi di luce e ombra che cambiano durante il giorno. Sul tetto, le chimere assumono forme scultoree quasi futuriste e trasformano il camminamento in una galleria a cielo aperto che lascia molti visitatori senza parole.
Punti salienti: Sapevi che sul tetto ci sono decine di camini scolpiti che sembrano elmi militari, progettati anche come bocche di ventilazione, e quando soffia il vento alcuni emettono un sottile sussurro mentre la pietra prende riflessi dorati al tramonto? Antoni Gaudí lavorò al progetto dal 1906 al 1912 e scelse una facciata autoportante con cortili interni che convogliano luce naturale, così entrando senti subito il freddo della pietra levigata, le curve che muovono lo sguardo e un senso di spazio che sembra respirare.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable shoes, the visit includes stairs and varied flooring despite an elevator for some levels.
- Go straight to the rooftop for the best photos, especially at golden hour when the tiles and forms glow.
- Skip the standard audio guide if short on time, choose the augmented reality or smart-guide option for richer context.
- Book the earliest or latest timeslot and pick a weekday to avoid the largest crowds.
Clicca per prenotare un tour a piedi GRATUITO a Barcelona, Spain
Il modo migliore per vivere una città con una guida locale.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
Reviews
Reviews (4)
4.0Brought the kids at midday, steady crowds but manageable. The colors wowed them, book a timed slot and skip extras if you are on a budget.
Quick 45 minute stop on a walking route. The facade alone is magical, the interior felt small for the ticket price so mixed feelings overall.
Late afternoon visit, place was crowded and slow to move. Audioguide clarified a lot but the extra multimedia room felt overpriced at 8€.
Arrived at 9:00 and walked straight in, very few people. Rooftop views are brilliant, standard ticket at about 30€ was worth it.
