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Barcelona: Palau de la Música Guided Tour

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Explore an icon of Barcelona’s Modernist architecture on a guided tour of the Palau de la Música Catalana, with access to areas of the iconic building normally off-limits to the public.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Live guiding
    Chinese, English, French, Italian, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    50 minutes
  • Includes
    • Guided tour
    • Entrance to the Palau de la Musica
    • Café and restaurant
    • Concert tickets
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Explore the Palau de la Música Catalana in Barcelona on a guided tour
  • Enjoy exclusive access to areas of the Palau de la Musica usually off limits
  • Admire the intricate floral decorations of the grand staircase
  • Marvel at the great skylight and wonderful details of the building's design
  • Hear the wonderful notes from the Palau's organ at the end of the tour

Description

Enjoy a guided tour of one of Barcelona’s most iconic buildings on a guided tour of the Modernist Palau de la Música Catalana. Benefit from exclusive access to areas that are normally off-limits and admire the grand architecture and intricate details of the building as you learn about its history.

Start your tour in the Rehearsal Hall of the Orfeó Catala, where the foundation stone was laid in 1905, and where the choir rehearses regularly as it has done for more than 100 years.
Continue to the grand staircase to marvel at the ornate flowers and flags, built using a range of materials.

Next, visit the Lluís Millet Hall and glimpse the large balcony with columns that symbolize nature. Finally, be dazzled by an explosion of colors, shapes, and light as you enter the Concert Hall. Head to the 2nd floor and admire the grand skylight.

Finally, enjoy a short performance from the Palau’s organ to conclude your tour.

Good to know before you go
  • The Palau de la Musica is located a 10-minute walk from Plaza Catalunya and Las Ramblas
  • A camera is essential to capture all the Modernist details throughout the temple
  • Reserve the night and attend a concert in the Concert Hall to appreciate the fantastic acoustics
  • Please present your ID at the box office to confirm tour
  • Very Important: Please confirm the time of your arrival with the supplier because availability may vary depending on the day.
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Chinese Tour

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
4. What is the Palau de la Música?
The Palau de la Música is a concert hall in Barcelona. It was built between 1905 and 1908 by the Catalan architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner for the Orfeó Català, a choral society founded in 1891.
5. What is the Palau de la Música used for?
The Palau de la Música is primarily used for concerts, but it is also sometimes used for other events such as conferences and film screenings.
6. What is the Palau de la Música's history?
The Palau de la Música was built between 1905 and 1908 by the Catalan architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner. It was built for the Orfeó Català, a choral society. The Palau de la Música is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
7. What is the Palau de la Música's address?
The Palau de la Música's address is Carrer de Lepant, 150, 08007 Barcelona, Spain.
8. How do I get to the Palau de la Música?
The Palau de la Música is located in the city's Old Town, on a street called Sant Pere més Alt in the Saint Paul's Neighbourhood. The best way to get there is by public transport, as there is limited parking in the area. The nearest metro station is Sant Pere, which is on line 4 (yellow).
  • Adults
    10-99 years
  • Children
    0-9 years
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