This was visually pleasing on the outside and just as appealing on the inside. I assumed it would just be a walk through thing, and had no idea what I was getting with the price we paid. We paid for the most expensive Gold experience. We got a tablet with headphones that gave us an interactive tour. It's self guided, with full explanation of Gaudi's vision behind his design. We got a glass of champagne when we reached the livingroom area and looked down at the Main Street. The extensive detail put into this home was astonishing. I enjoyed the roof top terrace. There's a gorgeous bar you can buy drinks from. At the end of the tour there is a 3 minute video experience that is awe inspiring. All walls, ceiling and floor are screens. We loved it and highly recommend going. read more

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Simply amazing, this was our number 3 favourite spot in Barcelona after Sograda and Parc Guel. A bit crowded and you should arrive at least 15 min before your timeslot as there is a lineup even for people with "skip the lines" tickets. The roof is the most amazing spot and perfect for Instagram memories. read more

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So one of the places that many people visit is Casa Batllo in Barcelona, Spain. During a walk in the morning time, we decided to come here but didn't realize that it was a special holiday in Spain called St George Day which is when lovers swap gifts of books and roses on that day. So during that day, the Casa Battlo has red roses on the windows and it looked so beautiful. Many people were there and it was jammed packed. We didn't go inside because it just looked like it was going to be pretty hard to do anything around the area. So we stayed afar and just looked at the beautiful building. Just so happened that we were able to visit this during an actual romantic holiday. read more

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When I was in Barcelona, I was with a travel group and went on a "Gaudi's Architectural Masterpieces" tour around the city. Casa Batlló was one of the landmarks that we visited and was my favorite location/experience of the tour. Part of the tour was a ticket to go inside and do the audio tour of the 'House of Bones'. I absolutely loved it. You get to explore the entire Modernista structure, all the floors. Note, there are stairs and that could be a problem if you have mobility issues. (I felt bad for some of our group who had trouble, but were able to enjoy what they could). It's an old building and historical landmark; Casa Batlló is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Even if you don't do the indoor tour, visiting Casa Batlló and seeing it from the outside is worth doing if you're visiting Barcelona. read more

Casa Batllo is one of those places that blows you away in person even when you've seen the photos and know exactly what to expect. You do have to buy tickets in advance, but it doesn't have the same interest as Sagrada Familia, so a few days beforehand would be fine. There is a free audio tour and your ticket comes with a free drink so you can enjoy some bubbly or water while exploring the house. Gaudi's work was really the thing that brought me to Barcelona in the first place and while this doesn't rival the scale or vision of some of the other sights, it is still such an amazing place to visit and see his work up close, he really was ahead of his time. There is a little cafe on the roof where you can buy pastries and drinks and hang out for a view. There is also a cool little digital art presentation at the end and a gift shop. Most likely it will be pretty crowded when you go, so plan your selfies carefully cuz it's tough to get photos without other tourists in them. Overall this was a really fantastic site and was very inspiring- a must see if you are interested in architecture or art. read more

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5 star with a few caveats: it is crowded! Tickets are hard to get last minute! But you will form memories that last a lifetime. The building's facade is particularly breathtaking, featuring undulating surfaces, vibrant ceramic tiles (trencadís), and whimsical balconies resembling skulls and masks. Also, the shops are top notch. Be sure to select a few items even if you are hot and feeling jostled. We have on two trips and at the end of the day they bring back good memories. read more

Casa Batllo is wonderous. What beautiful architecture in the midst of Barcelona. I purchased the fast pass ticket, and whilst it might be considered pretty expensive I felt it was well worth it. When I was there in 2017, I visited Casa Milà and Parc Güell whilst I was in Barcelona as well, and in my estimation Casa Batlló was the most remarkable of all of the Gaudí sites, barring La Sagrada Familia. When I visited La Pedrera there were some before and after images of Casa Batlló and it truly was a masterful transformation. I wish one of the bedrooms was open for visitors as well, because I'm so curious what they look like. I loved how in this home there were smooth surfaces and curves throughout the structure. I took photos of so many surfaces, and doorknobs (I have a thing for doors), and the windows were astounding. They whole front of the building from the inside on the noble floor is gorgeous; gorgeous blue-tinted picture windows extend along the front facade of the building. There is a fireplace with seats nearby that was designed to allow a space for couples who were courting, as I recall. I'd be curious what it was like to sit in that space when it had a fire going; was it terribly uncomfortable? Did it really allow for a bit of quiet conversation? Casa Batlló was my favorite site that I visited whilst in Barcelona. I do wish that there was one of the bedrooms on display, as I'm curious what they look like. There are five to six stories in this building and it is essentially. walk-up, as the elevator is for use by those with strollers or who have mobility issues only. I'm really glad that they took that into consideration here so that it's an accessible space. Review #636 - January 23, 2022 17/2022 read more

Very fun and entertaining experience! I loved all the art work that I saw in this place. Book your tickets in advance and try to skip the line by buying the vip ticket if you can, in order to avoid long and lengthy line to get in. I also really enjoyed their gift shop since they had cute keychains, pens, notebooks, vases, decorations, and etc to buy as souvenirs! read more

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I love this place. A lot of opportunities to take great pictures. It's a good size so you could spend a lot of time here, just admiring the works of art. We did the silver pass, which featured almost everything the gold one does except for like one small area. It was very busy but not like shoulder to shoulder. Employees were nice and helpful. Plan to spend 3-5 hrs. read more

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I wish I could live here! This wasn't on my itinerary, but after driving by and at the recommendation of another tourist, I booked the sunrise tour to beat the crowds. This house of color and light was a delightful experience. I enjoyed the self guided tour and the aesthetics of this stunning place. The interactive 3D scene at the end was unique and fun. If only if they built homes like this now! I'm envious of the past and those who called this home sweet home. Bravo and thank you Gaudi! read more

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Casa Batlló is one of the most characteristic Modernist buildings in Barcelona. One of those sights that are a must while in Barcelona. The fantastical mansion was designed as a private residence for the textile manufacturer Josep Batlló i Casanovas. With its freely swinging shapes and ornamental facade, this dreamlike building looks like a castle from a surreal fairy tale. There are many interesting buildings in the area, but the shapes and colors of this house make it really unique and worth seeing. Most of the design details depart completely from any architectural precedent. The window frame on the first floor is bordered by swinging shapes that suggest plants, others resemble entrances to caves. On the facade, decorative glazed ceramic tiles in green, blue, and ochre colors add to the flamboyance. The wave-shaped roof, like that of Casa Milà, has numerous richly adorned chimney. Just admiring the funky architecture of this building is a feat !! read more

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This has been on my bucket list forever and I'm so glad that we finally made it. This place is magical, whimsical and complete pieces of art at every corner. It's several floors of climb up and down but it's so beautiful that it doesn't feel like it's taking almost 2 hours to tour the house. In the end there's an immersive viewing room which is a nice ending to this experience. It's a modern video montages created by many modern artists to honor Gaudi. There are two shops on the property. One in the middle of the tour and the other in the end. There were many items for different tastes and budgets. If you're debating on which of MANY things to do in Barcelona, make this one a priority! read more

Fascinating architecture only fully appreciated in person. It was quite busy in this area due to the congregation of tourists wanting to admire, trying to take pictures, and lined up to get inside. Be cautious when stepping back into the motorcycle lane to take a picture due to bicycles and occasionally taxis coming through. We did not go inside due to an exhausting day of seeing other landmarks. You will need to pay to get inside for a tour. High end shops are in the area along with multiple restaurants for a bite to eat. read more

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Casa Batllo is one of the famous architecture landmarks in Barcelona. I personally didn't go into the building, but viewing it from the outside was stunning. It's located in the city center at the corner of Passeig de Gràcia and Carrer d'Aragó. It's surrounded by lots of famous shops and cafes. To get there by subway, take L3 and it's located right outside the subway station. Overall rating: 10/10 read more

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This place is amazing! I would've given a 5 star rating if it wasn't so expensive to get in. There are about 6 flights of narrow stairs that lead up to the patio outside. There's a bar up there. So if you or anyone that you're with has any issues with stairs or climbing a lot of stairs, then be careful. I have arthritis in my right knee but I managed to go up & down all those stairs with a few breaks in between floors. There's a few benches inside, but not many. There are a few restrooms inside too. There are employees atanding outside with ask me signs which is nice. I wish they had employees with signs outside of every place. Especially the Familia Casgrada catheredal. read more

Yes--this is a gorgeous building. Yes, you want to see Gaudi in Barcelona. But you may not enjoy your visit here because the way the property is run. Unfortunately, the management is SO greedy (45 to 60 Euros) and still packs SO many people into it that you can't enjoy the architecture. It's just one sardine-can line of people shoved through every room, every staircase--without adequate ventilation. You can see the problem when you arrive, when the street is already crowded with people waiting to get in--and they all do. If you want a great experience in a Gaudi building, go see La Pedera just two blocks away. You need to book in advance because La Pedera doesn't let too many people in the building at once--but doing that rewards you with a visit where you can truly enjoy Gaudi's genius. La Pedera is also non-profit that benefits those in need, rather than those in greed. read more

My two stars are a reflection of the disorganization of the tour providers, not the actual house itself. It is stunning and a living work of art worth seeing. Gaudí was a visionary artist and had such a unique view, which can be seen in this house. My issue with this visit is that the people that organize the tours let too many visitors in at once. There are so many people jam-packed into the house that you can't move without bumping into another person. My sister nearly elbowed a woman in the face on accident; she meant to turn around and the woman was so close to her, unfortunately unable to be anywhere else because any other space was occupied by another person. You can't take your time to take pictures or really take in the magnificence of the house because everyone behind you is in a rush to get through, and there are a LOT of people waiting behind you to get into the room you're in. You also can't ask any staff questions about the house because either they're preoccupied with a line of people waiting to talk to them, or you can't reach them. It really ruins the experience. As for Casa Battló itself, every room is unique, different, and stunning. You can see how the house is almost alive, and it beautifully captures nature and living creatures, which inspired many parts of it. The function of certain parts of the house and it's rooms are fascinating to learn from. My family did an audio tour in English, which was very informational. I would recommend something of the sort because the tours highlight parts of the house that may go unnoticed otherwise. There's a spectacular surprise at the end, which I won't spoil. The experience would greatly benefit by limiting the amount of people/groups that are allowed in at once. If limited sized groups, 4-5 at a time were allowed in at 2-minute intervals (or something similar, just please limit the amount somehow), it would allow people a chance to really take in this breathtaking work of art. But maybe this is only an issue during summer, maybe there are much less people visiting in the less-busy seasons. read more

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I recently visited Casa Batlló, traveling all the way from Mexico, which was a considerable financial effort for us. We had long dreamed of experiencing this UNESCO World Heritage site, but our visit was ruined by poorly trained staff and a lack of customer care. Throughout the tour, we were constantly rushed, with employees standing in front of our photos and pressuring us to move along. When we asked why, we were told it was "so you can have time to see everything," despite of just having being rushed out of the previous exhibit. One staff member responded by rolling her eyes behind my back and telling another work "Que difícil" while laughing , which was incredibly disrespectful. When I raised these concerns with another representative, they dismissed us, saying we were the ones who didn't understand why we were being rushed -- despite never receiving a clear explanation. Attempts to contact their customer service via email and WhatsApp were completely ignored. Ironically, the only time we weren't rushed was when we were taking and purchasing the commemorative photograph, which cost €13.90. It became evident that the staff values money over sharing the history and significance of Casa Batlló. It's disheartening to see such a lack of professionalism at a place that should be dedicated to celebrating and educating visitors about its rich heritage. I hope Casa Batlló takes this feedback seriously to improve the experience for future visitors. --- ****Attached is the photo of the employee that stood in front of my pictures and rolled her eyes**** read more

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The one star I have to give this place is just because the house is beautiful. The employees were awful and disrespectful! They kept rushing us along, not giving us time to even finish reading the informative plaques. The only time they didn't rush us, was when we were paying for a picture. When we tried to take our own, an employee stood in front of us to prevent us from taking any. Then they started rolling their eyes and laughing with each other about us. It is incredibly disrespectful and hurtful that we cannot even learn or enjoy about this place without being followed and harassed by the people working there. NOT worth the Gold Experience ticket we paid for!!! read more

I visited this place around 10 am, just before the whole day got super busy. I was so wrong, though! The morning I came to this place, several groups of students were there doing their history or out-of-campus activity, so there was a rush of people going in at the same time I went. Nevertheless, my visit to this gorgeous landmark was so worth every euro. I highly recommend visiting this place during your visit to Barcelona. This visit to the city was my second time. I was here several years ago with my family for a holiday trip, and I also visited other city landmarks worth noting. Overall, I stayed touring every corner of this place for 2 hours and just took my time. read more

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I am amazed by the incredible art in this country. There is nothing as beautiful as great art! I highly recommended everyone to visit it! read more

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Great experience especially with the immersive ticket (silver level). We were given a tablet as part of our self-paced audio tour. There are about 14 stops and 12 levels on the tour. The guide was educational and provided a lot of details about the rich family who lived in this house, plus more details on Gaudi as the architect. The house was stunning - both inside and out, and photos ops are allowed everywhere. If you have time, grab a drink from the rooftop bar! read more

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The experience is amazing with attentive staff . The place is clean and organized. We bought the gold ticket which I highly recommend. read more

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What a weird experience. It starts out with a light show on a round conveyor belt and ends with an AI-generated immersive light show. I'm not sure what either of these things have to do with Gaudi. I suspect it's to bolster the reason behind the exorbitant price of admission. The house itself is huge and really not that interesting. The tour consists of going from empty room to empty room and up and down a bunch of stairs with a few interesting spots sprinkled in. It felt like a tourist trap, especially considering the price. Would not recommend. read more

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Of the two Gaudi houses we visited, this was my favorite. The entire theme is "the sea" and you can feel it throughout the house from when you first lay eyes on it. Every aspect of it flowed and created movement within the stone. I loved the audio tour. They give you headphones and an iPad to show you how the room looked when it was first built as well as the inspiration for the decoration choice. For example, some of the vents were designed after fish gills. They actually take the gills of the fish to show you how it inspired him. There were many other animals represented such as a sea turtle, whale, and more. They give you a little surprise at the end with an amazing visual show. If you can only pick one of the Gaudi houses (beside the San Grada Familia of course), I would choose this one. It was aesthetically beautiful and a great joy to experience. read more

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This is another building designed by Gaudi that I visited in Barcelona. I compare it favorably to La Pedrera. Like that one, this building was built as a private residence. Casa Batllo is more colorful and has wider windows than La Pedrera though both retain the same storybook look. For me, Parc Guell and Sagrada Familia rank much higher than this place because of their sheer size. But if you have time to spare, it is worth taking a look here. read more

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Hands-down prettiest Gaudí house, at least from the outside. It was also really cool inside, and the audioguide explained Gaudí's design choices very well. Was the admission fee reasonable? NO! My ticket was 29€, and that was with a student discount. General admission is 35€, and that's if you book online. It costs EVEN MORE if you buy your ticket in person. The house is so beautiful and famous, but those prices are predatory. It isn't that big, so you will only spend 1-1.5 hours as you follow the provided audioguide. Gaudí was a mastermind, and I absolutely adore this house. I don't think he would approve of these exploitative prices to admire his work. If you want to be economical, just take a look from the outside and pay a much cheaper ticket to enter Palau Güell. read more

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One of the positive aspects of capitalist pecuniary accumulation of idle wealth is the conspicuous consumption can sponsor remarkable works of art. This palace is a can't miss visit if you're in Barcelona for more than 24 hours. It is truly fantastic. The admission fee and long lines make getting inside maybe not as important as coming to admire the exterior architecture. Instead, pay for entry into Casa Guel. A UNESCO World Heritage site, it is well worth combining into a walking tour you put together yourself using Lonely Planet, National Geo, Fodors, or Rick Steves travel guides and a map. read more

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There's a lot of architecture in this world that I'll catch your attention, and this might be one of those for you. I admit there are some really amazing and unique features and qualities to this building: Like the balconies that look like dia de los muertos masks, or the fact that it's covered in mosaic. The roof is also a unique feature and that it is curved and looks scaled.And I think I've seen that it's referred to as a dragons back. This is a good description of this roof, as it does resemble this creature. But I think the setting that it's in, in the city; It's not quite on the corner but it's the second building in, and several of those buildings have a particular look to it, that you might almost miss it, as most of the architecture in the city is quite phenomenal. I will say that night time seems to be one of the best times to view the building at least from the outside because they have a lit and such a manner that gives it an eerie and spiritual quality almost hunted but not. It brings its level of art form up a notch or two, and I found that I appreciate the exterior far more as it's lit up at night, and I did during the day. I will try to get a picture of it at night and post that photo for you as well. But either way if you have a chance to come here, it's worth looking at for sure, and I would recommend that you do so. read more

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This is a must see. The indoor self guided tour was surprisingly very much worth it. Add this to your top10 tour. The outside facade is famous and worth a stop on your walking tour. If you have the time, the indoor self guided audio tour, rooftop cafe with great views, and surprising artistic additions make this a pleasant detour from any outdoor walking tour. There are three package tours. The woman working the counter recommended the cheaper of the three, the blue package. This was more than enough for timing inside. Lots of great floors with architectural art from the famous Gaudi. The first floor bubble room with street views was very cool. Definitely save time for a quick beverage at the rooftop cafe. This is a top10 for Barcelona and a must on any walking tour. read more

Of all the Gaudi apartments in Barcelona, this is probably the most recognized (it's also a UNESCO World Heritage site). Visiting Barcelona is inevitably going to result in you seeing some of the masterpieces that Anton Gaudi left scattered around the city. Casa Batllo was one of his more famous houses and one which is entirely open to the public for viewing. Gaudi himself loved this area of the city, and his home was located here. Sitting down the street from Casa Mila, Casa Batllo is known for its vibrant colors, intricate tile work, and skeletal terraces. When you take the audio tour, you will be issued with an audio guide to take you around the rooms, which explains all the highlights of the building, as well as the history behind its construction and why there is not a single straight line in this house. Fun Fact: The roof of this house particular depicts the dragon's scaly back while the skeletal balconies and boney windows are said to represent the dragon's previous victims (the legend goes that someone would be sacrificed every day so the dragon wouldn't take the whole town). And yes yes, there's an entry fee, in this case of around €18, but this is totally worth it. (Take skip the line ticket) read more

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Looking for something to do in Barcelona? I arranged for my husband and I to go here and honestly I didn't really know what it was about. It was just something to do in Barcelona. We ended up loving it!!!!! My husband is a history buff and I like to dip my toes in the history pond as long as it's presented in a fun and interactive way. Check and check! The tour of this house designed by gaudi was not only breathtaking but also super informative! One of my favorite parts was how the house was personified and Was the narrator of the tour ! The top of the house has a roof top bar with a breath taking view of the city! At the end there is also an exhibit I believe it was called the box, it is a fully immersive art experience! read more

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Loved this place and its architecture! Gaudi is definitely unique! The only thing that I did not like about my visit is that is was super crowded and very warm inside. read more

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This is a great tour that really shows the artistic side of Gaudi and his inspiration by nature. We really enjoyed it! read more

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Amazing architecture - fun walking up the different levels and seeing are the whimsical designs! Definitely a must when visiting. Barcelona! read more

Definitely a piece of art. However it is way overpriced and the lady at the rooftop bar was just rude. read more

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Casa Batlló is really the best representation of Gaudí's work. It shows off his mastery of architecture, art, materials, and engineering. It's one thing to stand back to admire a painting of a well-known artist, but it's a whole different thing to be inside of an artistic creation. Every single square centimeter in there was purposeful and fit into the vision. Built from a scale model in real time, there were no documented plans used. He gave instructions to the master carpenter, tiler, etc. and the building was constructed. It is told that his inspiration for this work was from sea as there were representation of it throughout. This was the first museum I've visited that utilizes augmented reality in the form of a tablet device that showed a rendering of what parts of the apartment looked like during its heyday. You pan the device around the inside of each room and a narrator discusses the special details. It was my absolute favorite Gaudí work. read more

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May 2023: This tour was one that I read a lot about before my trip to Barcelona and was told it was a must! For the price you pay for a single ticket and for the experience that you get I would say it's not necessarily a must in your trip to Barcelona. The tour is self paced with an audio guide which is nice and there's a lot of good information in the tour. I got to learn all about the family that lived in the house, where Gaudi took inspiration from and I overall really enjoyed the audio tour. Casa Batllo is beautiful but in my opinion may not be worth 40 euros. Personally my favorite part was the end when there was an immersive video tribute to Gaudi, it was really cool. The architecture is pretty cool but there's not as much stained glass as I thought there would be, and the walls are curved which was apparently one of the selling points. Dont get me wrong it was cool but if I was pressed on time during a trip I would spend it elsewhere but if you have spare euros and spare time it could be worth it. read more

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Located on Paseo de Gracia, original building was built in 1877 when there was still no electric light in Barcelona. In 1903 it was purchased by Mr Josep Batlló , a businessman who granted full creative freedom to Antoni Gaudí, to demolish the existing building and build a new one. On our luck that was completely ruled out by Gaudi, who instead completely changed the façade, redistributing the internal partitioning and transformed the inside into a true work of art. It is one of the must see in Barcelona!! read more

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You can buy a ticket to go inside, however we just hung around out front to take some pictures. The outside architecture is whimsical and dreamy, the style of Gaudi dotted throughout the city is remarkably unique to his artistic vision. If you're in Barcelona, definitely stop by to take it all in. read more