Casa Batlló - Tickets and Visitor Information

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What is Casa Batlló in Barcelona?

• Casa Batlló is one of Barcelona's most famous landmarks, instantly recognisable for its colourful façade and one of the finest examples of Catalan Modernisme.
• Designed by Antoni Gaudí between 1904 and 1906, the former family home is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Barcelona's most popular attractions. Visitors come to admire its colourful façade, flowing architecture, wave-shaped balconies, dragon-inspired rooftop and beautifully restored interiors.

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Quick Information

• ‍Address: Casa Batlló, Passeig de Gràcia, 43, 08007, Barcelona
• Nearest Metro Station: Passeig de Gràcia - Line 3
• ‍Opening Hours: Daily 08:30 - 22:30 (last entry at 21:30)
• Recommended Visit Duration: 1-1.5 hours (visit early in the morning for a quieter experience)
• Casa Batlló Ticket Options

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Is Casa Batlló Worth Visiting?

Yes. It is one of Barcelona's most popular attractions and well-known landmarks, with its colourful façade and equally impressive interior, visitors can enjoy:

• One of Gaudí's most creative designs brought to life with its architectural features.
• Rooms filled with curved walls, stained glass and natural light from the central lightwell and large feature windows.
• The dragon-inspired rooftop and colourful chimney stacks.

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What You Can See At Casa Batlló

As you approach Casa Batlló, you'll immediately notice its bright façade which is covered in Gaudí's signature trencadís mosaics. Inside, your visit includes some of the building's most impressive spaces:

• Noble Floor which was once the Batlló family's main living space.
• Lightwell, which was designed to distribute natural light throughout the house.
• Loft with its rib-like arches.
• Rooftop with its dragon-inspired design and sculptural chimneys.
• Gaudí Cube (360º) experience.

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Best Time to Visit Casa Batlló

• Early morning (first entry) and late afternoon tend to be quietest.
• Weekdays are usually quieter than weekends, especially during off-peak season.
• Book several days ahead during summer if you know when you plan to visit.

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Standard Entrance Ticket (Blue) - Prices From: €31.00

• Entry Ticket
• Audio Guide
• Access to Gaudí Cube (360º)
• Does not include access to the Dragon's rooftop

Upgraded Entrance Ticket (Silver) - Prices From: €36.00

• Entry Ticket
• Audio Guide
• Access to Gaudí Cube (360º)
• Access to Dragon's rooftop

Premium Entrance Tickets  (Gold) - Prices From: €41.00

• Entry Ticket
• Audio Guide
• Access to Gaudí Cube (360º)
• Access to Dragon rooftop
• Augmented reality tablet
• Access to Gaudí Dome (immersive)
• Access to the Batlló concierge room
• Access to the Batlló private residence

All-Inclusive Entrance Ticket (Platinum) - Prices From: €51.00

• Priority Access Entry Ticket
• Audio Guide
• Access to Gaudí Cube (360º)
• Access to Dragon's rooftop
• Augmented reality tablet
• Access to Gaudí Dome (immersive)
• Access to the Batlló concierge room
• Access to the Batlló private residence

Casa Batlló Combination Tickets

• Casa Batlló + Casa Milà Combination Ticket: From €60.00 and gets you access to both properties.
• 3 Houses of Gaudi Combination Ticket: From €95.50 and includes access to Casa Batlló, Casa Milà and Casa Vicens.
• Best of Barcelona Bundle: From €101.00 and includes Casa Batlló, Sagrada Familia and Park Güell.

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About Casa Batlló

Casa Batlló was originally built in 1877 by Emilio Sala Cortes, who also happened to be one of Antoni Gaudí’s architecture professors. Josep Batlló y Casanovas, a wealthy textile businessman from Barcelona, purchased the property in 1903. The house takes its name from the Batlló family, who commissioned Antoni Gaudí to completely redesign it, giving him almost total creative freedom.

It was then acquired by the Bernat family (who own the Chupa Chups confectionery company) in the 1990s and they still own it today.

History of Casa Batlló

• 1877 - Original building completed
• 1903 - Purchased by Josep Batlló
• 1904–1906 - Redesigned by Gaudí
• 2005 - UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Now - One of Barcelona's most visited attractions

Inside Casa Batlló

Like many of Gaudí's projects, Casa Batlló was designed with extraordinary attention to detail. He collaborated with some of the most skilled artisans specialising in wrought iron, woodwork, stained glass, ceramics and stone.

From the way the light pours through the stained glass windows, to the subtle letters on the doors leading to different areas of the house, Gaudí used some of the finest materials available at the time and worked with highly skilled craftsmen, while ensuring every feature of the house remained functional. His love of nature can be seen throughout the house, from the absence of straight lines to the flowing organic forms inspired by the natural world.

The Façade

The front of the house is covered in small pieces of broken ceramic tiles in shades of blue, green and mauve, making it bright and colourful and creating one of the most recognisable façades in Barcelona. The process of using broken ceramic tiles is called 'trencadís' and it was a signature style of Gaudí.

The front of the property also features distinctive balconies made out of intricate ironwork and they were designed to look like masks or skulls. The main balcony has the nickname of the 'bone balcony' and resembles a jawbone. The colourful tiled roof complements the façade, helping to create one continuous flowing design.

The Entrance

The grand entrance hall leads to what was the Batlló family's own private entrance hall. The entrance has has an underwater feel, with flowing curves, organic shapes and skylights resembling turtle shells. It was possibly inspired by Jules Verne's novel 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea. You can also see the wooden staircase here with its smooth carved banister, which is meant to represent the backbone of a large animal.

The Noble Floor

The Noble Floor forms the heart of the house and is home to what was Mr. Batlló's study, which has a mushroom-shaped fireplace. The main living room is on this floor and you are greeted by a window that takes centre stage and looks down onto the famous 'Passeig de Gracia' below, which would have been important at the time, as it was the place to be seen.

The family's private dining room is also on The Noble Floor and it leads to a spacious private courtyard at the rear of the property, giving the family a greater degree of privacy.

The Lightwell

The lightwell is an important part of the house as it helps to distribute air and light. Gaudí even extended the original plan to make the area bigger to ensure enough light could enter. The lightwell is lined with tiles in shades of blue, helping to distribute natural light throughout the building.

The Loft

Originally used as a service area for laundry and storage, the loft is full of curved walls creating light and depth in the room and is meant to evoke the ribcage of an animal.

The Rooftop

The rooftop has colourful chimney stacks that instantly catch the eye. They were cleverly designed to prevent backdraughts. The area is commonly referred to as the 'dragon's back' due to the shapes and the flowing contours and is often linked to the legend of Saint George.

Casa Batlló and Passeig de Gràcia

Passeig de Gràcia was one of Barcelona's most prestigious streets and the place to be seen. Owning a property there was a clear symbol of wealth and social status. The road actually has two Gaudí properties on it, Casa Batlló and Casa Milà - La Pedrera.

It is still a renowned shopping street and is lined with high-end luxury designer boutiques and jewellery shops.

Passeig de Gràcia is also home to Casa Amatller, which was designed by Josep Puig i Cadafalch. Casa Amatller has a unique blend of Catalan modernism and neo-Gothic influences. Casa Amatller is also well worth a visit for those interested in architecture.

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Useful Information About Casa Batlló

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Casa Batlló Opening Times

• Monday: 08:30 - 22:30
• Tuesday: 08:30 - 22:30
• Wednesday: 08:30 - 22:30
• Thursday: 08:30 - 22:30
• Friday: 08:30 - 22:30
• Saturday: 08:30 - 22:30
• Sunday: 08:30 - 22:30
• LAST ENTRY: 21:30

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Casa Batlló Address

• ‍Casa Batlló, Passeig de Gracia, 43, 08007, Barcelona

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Getting to Casa Batlló

• Metro Station: Nearest Station is Passeig de Gracia which is on L4 (Yellow Line); L2 (Purple Line) and L3 (Green Line). Look for entrance called ‘Calle Arago-Rambla Catalunya’ and its less than a 3-minute walk from each exit at the station.
• RENFE Train: Nearest Station is Passeig De Gracia and it’s about a 1-minute walk.
• FGC Train: Nearest Station is Provenca Station. It's around a 9-minute walk.
• Bus: Closest Stations are: Passeig de Gracia & Arago, Valencia. Bus numbers V15, 7, 22, 24, 20 or H10 and it's about a 2-minute walk from both stations.
• Hop-On Hop-Off Bus (Barcelona Bus Turistic): Closest Station is Casa Batlló – Fundacio Antoni Tapies and both Red and Blue Lines stop at the property.

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Nearby Attractions - Within a 10-minute walk

• Casa Milà
• Casa Amatller
• Plaça de Catalunya
• Palau Robert
• Fundació Antoni Tàpies

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Tips for Visiting Casa Batlló

• ‍Book Tickets Online: Casa Batlló is one of Barcelona's most popular attractions so booking tickets online is suggested.‍
• Choose The Right Time to Visit: If you would prefer to try and miss the crowds, early morning or later in the afternoon are better.
• ‍Audio Guide: Download the audio guide that comes with the ticket. It offers interesting information about various aspects of the property and is designed to help enhance your visit.
• Choose The Right Tickets: For rooftop access ensure you choose either the silver, gold, platinum or All-Inclusive ticket options. Its an amazing space and offers incredible views of the city. The rooftop is one of the highlights of the visit, with its dragon-inspired design, colourful chimneys and panoramic views across Barcelona.
• ‍Combination Ticket: Consider a combination ticket to enjoy more than one of Gaudí's designs. Popular combination tickets are Casa Batlló + Casa Milà La Pedrera; 3 Houses of Gaudí ; or Best of Barcelona Bundle.