La Pedrera - Milà House (Casa Milà)
- Address:Passeig de Gràcia, 92, Barcelona
- Hours:Open daily 9am - 6:30pm Nov - Feb, 9am - 8pm Mar - Oct
- Admission:Adults: €10
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Officially known as Casa Milà, also known as the Milà House, after the man who commissioned the project, this building is called La Pedrera - The Quarry - by the locals because of its uneven stone exterior. One of Gaudí's several works dotting the city (another of which he never completed), La Pedrera was started as a dual apartment and office block for the bourgeoisie, on one of the main thoroughfares, Passeig de Gracia.
Though unfinished, the structure is a popular tourist attraction, where you can visit a floor decorated as it would have been by one of the wealthy couples who were to live there. The biggest draw to La Pedrera is the rooftop, where stand several impressive chimney pots shaped into what look like medieval knights. People pay the entry fee just to photograph and get an upclose look at these mysterious figures. A fascinating structure, La Pedrera is recognized both as a symbol of the ridiculous opulence of the Catalan elite as well as one of Gaudí's most interesting works.
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Great and very informative tour. Sagrada Familia is amazing both inside and out and is not to be missed. We only did the 1/2 day tour, so as a note, the picture associated with this tour (with the colorful wall), you do not see on the 1/2 day tour. You would have to take the full day tour to see it all. But, the 1/2 day tour covers a vast amount of Barcelona, so you will not be disappointed.
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Alex was a charming and informative guide. He gave us an overview of both the City of Barcelona's history and culture, but he also gave flavor to the neighborhoods and brought them to life. And the convenience of not having a line at the Sagrada Familia and his knowledgeable discussion of the various facades was exciting.
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Excellent - Our tour gide Anna was wonderful, fully informed are had a great personality. Would highly recommend her . The tour was very detailed and informative and the Sagrada Famila was magnificent. I can't say enough good things about this tour
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Also worth seeing is the small museum space on the top floor, showcasing Gaudí's work through models and videos of his buildings. And during the summer months, visitors can purchase a special ticket to enjoy live music and a glass of cava (Spanish sparkling wine) on the roof, which is illuminated with special lighting for the occasion. The views over Barcelona's city center at night are spectacular.
