Casa Batlló, Barcelona

Lonely PlanetAug 11

Seeing the eclipse in northern Spain? Follow this 11-day itinerary

Spend 11 days with Lonely Planet Journeys in northern Spain, from iconic cities to lesser-known pockets in the Pyrenees.

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Sagrada FamiliaPlace of worshipnewly completed, designed by Antoni Gaudí
Casa BatllóPublic artworkCasa Batlló is a building in the center of Barcelona, Spain.
Casa VicensAttractionGaudí’s first major commission, features vivid tiles
La PedreraPublic artworkDescobreix La Pedrera - Casa Milà, una obra mestra de Gaudí a Barcelona i Patrimoni de la UNESCO.
Elsewhere
Museo Guggenheim BilbaoMuseumBilbao, Spaindeconstructivist architectural marvel with art galleries
Ebro DeltaNature reserveTarragona, SpainCatalonia’s largest wetland, known for rice paddies
Trabucador BeachSightTarragona, Spainnarrow strip with wetlands and Mediterranean coastline
Vinyes DoménechRestaurantCapçanes, Spainfamily-run vineyard offering tastings and picnics
Cellers de Scala DeiSightEl Molar, Spainwinery in DOQ Priorat, operating since 17th century
Río VeroSightAlquézar, Spaincanyon with suspended platforms for hiking
Ruta de las Pasarelas del Río VeroTrailAlquézar, Spainsuspended platforms over turquoise waters
LecinaNeighborhoodAlquézar, Spainquaint village for hiking and canyoning
Sierra de Guara Natural ParkSightHuesca, Spainnatural park for hiking, abseiling, and canyoning
Ordesa and Monte Perdido National ParkSightHuesca, Spainnational park with snowshoeing and hiking trails
CastildetierraSightBardenas Reales, Spainiconic spire in a desert landscape
Hotel Aire de BardenasHotelBardenas Reales, Spainhotel with cube-shaped and bubble-shaped suites
Smugglers’ RouteTrailNavarra, Spainhistoric trail used for smuggling between Spain and France
Lizarrieta PassSightNavarra, Spainmeeting point for the Smugglers' Route
Kbzón TxikiRestaurantDonostia-San Sebastián, Spainbar known for heavenly hake pintxos
Borda BerriRestaurantDonostia-San Sebastián, Spainbar known for cheesy risotto and crispy pig ear
Flysch GeoparkSightZumaia, Spaincoastal trail with fascinating cliff landscape

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Smithsonian MagazineMay 27

From Casa Vicens to the Sagrada Familia, Architect Antoni Gaudí Left an Indelible Mark on Barcelona

To honor the pioneer of Catalan Modernism, who died 100 years ago, learn about both his lesser-known and famous works

Whimsical, colorful mosaic facade with undulating balconies

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Antoni GaudíSightAntoni Gaudí i Cornet was a Catalan architect and designer, widely known as the greatest exponent of Catalan Modernisme.
Sagrada FamiliaPlace of worshipEmblematic basilica, construction began in 1882
Casa BatllóPublic artworkWhimsical, colorful mosaic facade with undulating balconies
Casa VicensAttractionFirst house Gaudí designed, built 1883-85
Park GüellPark47-acre complex of architectural elements and gardens
MontjuïcSightCity's highest hill
GraciaNeighborhoodNeighborhood where Casa Vicens is located
Palau GüellSightMansion commissioned by Eusebi Güell, built 1886-88
Casa CalvetPublic artworkConservative work built with symmetry, 1898-99
La Torre BellesguardSightMansion built on land with remnants of a medieval castle

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Seeing the eclipse in northern Spain? Follow this 11-day itinerary

From Casa Vicens to the Sagrada Familia, Architect Antoni Gaudí Left an Indelible Mark on Barcelona