Are you in search of a captivating Modernism tour in Barcelona to explore the city’s iconic Moderniste architecture and delve into the artistic movement that has profoundly shaped its identity?
Following the strides of the Second Industrial Revolution, a wave of innovative currents swept across Europe, each bearing a unique moniker for the movement. Enter Modernisme in Barcelona—an influential cultural movement with a clear mission to modernize Catalan society.
Modernisme left an indelible mark on various artistic disciplines, including painting, sculpture, music, and literature. However, its most notable impact was in architecture, catalyzing a genuine transformation that positioned Barcelona as the focal point for groundbreaking ideas.
Join us with an expert guide to unravel the intricacies of this artistic trend, now synonymous with the city’s character, in this Barcelona walking tour of modernism. Our tour is your gateway to understanding the city’s evolution through its architectural heritage. Explore with us and witness firsthand the defining characteristic that is Modernisme in Barcelona.
Tour rating:
Duration 
: 3h
Available languages: English, Spanish, Italian, French, Portuguese, German, Chinese, Russian, Arabic
Type of tour: Private tours in Barcelona
Embark on a Modernism Tour in Barcelona and delve into the transformative era between 1880 and 1920, marked by one of the city’s most vital cultural and artistic movements—Modernisme. This specialized walking tour is meticulously crafted for those eager to explore the essence of Barcelona and discover the maximum beauty within its architectural marvels.
With your expert guide, immerse yourself in the main characteristics of the Modernisme movement, gaining insights into its famous exponents and exploring the most important buildings, both historic and present-day. Join us on this Barcelona Modernism Tour for an enriching journey through the city’s cultural evolution, where every step unveils the captivating legacy of Modernisme. Book your experience now to witness the unique charm of Barcelona’s architectural heritage.
The final price of our Modernism tour in Barcelona, will depend on the number of people in the group. The guides who lead the tours, are accredited professionals with the necessary training to answer any questions you may have for them on the tour.
*Dollar prices are approximate depending on fluctuation
Adults Low Season (from October 1st to April 30th)
| People | Total Price | (Price x person) |
| 1 person | 199€/213$ | 199€/213$ person |
| 2 people | 178€/190$ | 89€/95$ person |
| 3 people | 267€/295$ | 89€/95$ person |
| 4 people or more | – | 70€/75$ person |
Adults High Season (from May 1st to September 30th)
| Persones | Total Price | (Price x person) |
| 1 person | 302€/322$ | 330€/322$person |
| 2 people | 271€/289$ | 136€/145$person |
| 3 people | 406€/432$ | 203€/216$person |
| 4 people or more | – | 107€/114$ person |
Children (up to 11 years old)
- Free
For large groups of 10 people or more, please contact us privately via form, email (help@willysplan.com), or whatsapp.
The Modernism tour of Barcelona, will start at the Arc de Triomf and take in the main sights of the city, including the most important examples of this movement. The guide has a marked itinerary, along which they will make several stops to give you explanations that will reveal the very essence of this artistic movement.
Some of the most important stops are:
- Arc de Triomf
- Ciutadella Park
- Palau de la Música
- Dreta de l’Eixample district
- Passeig de Gràcia
N.B. This may well be the best tour for you if you’re looking to get to know the work of Antoni Gaudí and all that the architect contributed to the city of Barcelona.
The tours are carried out in two time slots:
- Morning: 10.30 a.m.
- Afternoon: 4.30 p.m.
Cancellation of this modernism tour in Barcelona, is free of charge, provided you do it up to 48 hours before it begins. If you cancel less than 48 hours before the tour or do not show up, you will not be refunded.
Tour language
We have guides who can give tours in Spanish, English, Italian, French, Portuguese, German, Chinese, Russian and Arabic.
What does the tour include?
The price of the tour includes a 3-hour tour in the footprints of Modernism in Barcelona, led by a local expert.
Duration
The tour lasts 3 hours.
How late can I book?
You can book your Modernisme tour in Barcelona up to 24 hours before it begins. We recommend that you book a little further in advance to ensure that we have guides available to accompany you on your tour.
Accessibility
This tour is accessible for people with reduced mobility. However, we recommend that you let us know about this when you make your booking, so that we can be 100% sure the tour is fully accessible.
Pets
The tour is pet-friendly.
Book your tour
For large groups of 10 people or more in this Barcelona Modernism Tour, please contact us privately via form, email (help@willysplan.com), or whatsapp.
Meeting point:
The meeting point will be just under the Arc de Triomf.
How to find us
You can find us under the Arc de Triomf. To get there, get off at Arc de Triomf metro station (on the L1 line) and walk for about 2 minutes. Your guide will be waiting for you there.
The guide will have already contacted you with more details if necessary. We will provide them with your phone number and name, so that they can contact you in the event you can’t find each other.
FAQ
Our Modernism tour in Barcelona will let you fall in love with the city and with this artistic movement that quite simply sought the utmost beauty in everything it did. As Gaudí himself said: “Beauty is the radiance of truth.” That’s why we believe this tour will allow you to really get to know Barcelona.
You do not have to tip the guide at all, since the price you will pay for the tour already takes into account their work.
The Modernism tour is one of the most interesting ways to get know the city in depth, but Barcelona is not a city you can get to know in one day, so let us recommend you some more tours to take on your holiday: Poble Sec tour, tour of US culture in Barcelona, laberint d’horta’s tour, etc.
