Güell Colony Visit to the Colony and Crypt

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Visit to the Güell Colony

Visit to the Güell Crypt and Colony with audioguide

An audio-guided tour to discover all the details of the Gaudí Crypt and the Colonia Güell.

Audio guides available in 10 languages: Catalan, Spanish, English, French, Italian, German, Japanese, Russian, Korean and Chinese

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Visit to the Crypt and Exhibition

Visit the crypt and the permanent exhibition dedicated to industrial colonies in general, to the Güell Colony and its inhabitants but also to Gaudí's church.

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Visit to the Güell Colony from Barcelona

Self-guided tour that includes return train ticket from Barcelona and audioguide tour of the Gaudí colony and crypt.

Select your access time to visit the Colony. The departure station of your train will be at Plaza España station. It is imperative to collect your transport ticket before 2 p.m. (instructions on your ticket).

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What to expect

Discover the Güell Colony and Gaudí's crypt, an architectural gem of the region just 20 minutes from Barcelona.

Colonia Güell

The Güell Colony was designed by the renowned Spanish architect Antonio Gaudí. This esteemed architect of the 19th century erected numerous buildings, churches, and building facades, now famous worldwide, with some even recognized as part of the UNESCO World Heritage. You've likely heard of the famous "Sagrada Familia", Güell Park with its almost legendary architecture, or the "Casa Milà" (also known as La Pedrera). But have you heard of the extraordinary Colonia Güell?

An Architectural Journey near Barcelona

Colonia Güell is a complex of structures built near a factory away from the city, allowing workers to live close to their workplace in decent conditions. The overall architecture of this colony was conceived by Gaudí. The distinctive marks of this artist are evident in this area, with the use of traditional materials such as ceramics, mosaic, glass, iron, all skillfully crafted for an original and creative result, perfectly representing the modernism of the time through popular Catalan architecture. This colony houses numerous well-preserved buildings that can be visited, such as the old cooperative, the school, the Fontova theater, etc. And not to forget one of its main highlights, which is one of the architectural gems of this colony: the Gaudí Crypt. Also known as the "monumental model of the Sagrada Familia", it has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005 and is located less than 20 minutes from Barcelona. Its architecture, blending natural materials and unique design, allows it to harmonize with the rocky landscape of the region. This architectural wonder is a must-visit for modern art enthusiasts.

Different Tour Options Tailored to Your Needs

The site is open from 10 am to 3 pm every day (Except January 1st and 6th, and December 25th and 26th.) Access to the Güell Colony's crypt is easy by car, bus, or train. Barcelona has even reinstated a special train that was once used to connect the colony to the city. Additionally, free parking has been provided for easy parking on-site. The site offers all necessary amenities: restaurants, nearby hotels, rest areas, shops, etc.

Different tour options are available. You can opt for a self-guided tour. This includes an audio guide service in ten languages (French, Spanish, Catalan, English, Italian, German, Japanese, Russian, Korean, or Chinese) and allows you to explore the entire site. Alternatively, you can choose a guided tour. For this type of tour, several options exist. You can either opt for a guided tour of just the crypt or just the colony. Or for just a few extra euros, you can enjoy a guided tour of the entire site (Crypt + Colony). This comprehensive tour usually lasts about two hours. Please note that spaces are limited, so it is strongly recommended to book your entry online in advance.