You can't visit Barcelona without seeing numerous examples of the work of Antoni Gaudi, one of the best-known Modernista architects. Although the unfinished La Sagrada Familia cathedral is Barcelona's most visited Gaudi-designed building, other examples like Casa Batllo and Parc Guell provide a fascinating look at his creativity.
Casa Batllo was built in 1904-1906 as a residence for the Batllo family. Today it is a museum. The house is located on Passeig de Gracia north of Placa de Catalunya, and is easily accessible from the hop-on, hop-off bus or by taxi. The exterior is covered with mosaics, glass, and ironwork. One thing you will not see in the interior is a straight wall or line. It is filled with curved walls, doors, colorful windows, and stairways. The roof is topped with artwork similar to that seen on other Gaudi designs.
The entry fee (13.5 euros with Turista bus discount) is steep, but the tour (with earphones in different languages) is fascinating and worth the cost.
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