Casa Vicens Gaudí

Casa Vicens Gaudí

Casa Vicens Gaudí
4.5
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9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
About
GAUDÍ'S FIRST HOUSE: Casa Vicens is the first masterpiece of Antoni Gaudi and sowed the seeds of later works. Built between 1883 and 1885 as a summer house for the Vicens family, here he showcased his unparalleled talent. Declared UNESCO World Heritage in 2005.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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The area
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Neighbourhood: Gracia
Gracia literally stands out from the pack. It used to be an independent town until late into the 19th century. Though it’s just a short commute away from the centre, a visit here feels like you’re in a whole different city. The bohemian vibe has drawn many international artists to this area, resulting in a wide selection of galleries, live music and artsy boutique stores. The nightlife is centered around the vibrant Gracia’s plaças, where young and old gather to enjoy a drink outside. Carrer de Verdi, its main street, offers affordable restaurants and a movie theatre that screens new as well as classic films in their original language. However Gracia's greatest treasure lies just up the hill at Guell Park, where Antoni Gaudi's vibrant and revolutionary art sculptures stand atop unequaled views of Barcelona.
How to get there
  • Fontana • 3 min walk
  • Lesseps • 4 min walk
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  • Margie D
    York, Pennsylvania2,051 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Gaudí's first design project
    The first design project for Antoni Gaudí, this was built as a summer home for the Vicens family 1883-1885. Tiles and mosaics are on the exterior, interior and the rooftop. Rooftop features a walkway around all 4 sides with decorative caps for the chimneys.
    Dear Margie, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are delighted to know that you had such a nice time while visiting Casa Vicens and that you were allowed to enjoy every detail of Gaudi's first masterpiece quietly. We hope to welcome you again soon! Best regards, Casa Vicens
    Written 6 March 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 3 March 2024
  • Trek02593562143
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Super lovely
    I just bought a ticket 1 hour before visiting via the official site. When I arrived 15 min earlier I could enter the building and there wasn’t a line at all. You have to store you rucksack in a locker, you need 1 euro for this. You get the euro back. But I think it is nescesarry to know this before. The audio guide was included, what was really nice. I learned a lot. And the views of the building are just amazing. The garden is also very peaceful. I think when I was there I only saw 20 other people. So not busy at all. Since there is a lot of the audiotour I recommend to go on a day without rain.
    Dear visitor, Thank you for sharing your review with us. We are delighted to know that you had a great experience at Casa Vicens and that our audio guide service helped you to know all the secrets of the first house of Gaudi. We hope to welcome you again in the future. Best Regards, Casa Vicens
    Written 6 April 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited April 2024
    Travelled solo
    Written 3 April 2024
  • Steviefull
    Kidderminster, United Kingdom2,089 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    You Can Never Have Enough Gaudi
    On our way back to the city centre from Torre Bellesguard we walked the 30 minutes (mainly because we couldn't get a taxi) to Casa Vicens for another dose of Gaudi. Very different to Bellesguard in that there is a lot of colour throughout Casa Vicens as opposed to the more 'cement' look of Bellesguard. This being Gaudis first design you can see its influences of his later buildings Casa Batllo and Mila with his signature nature influence and colours. The route throughout the building is straightforward, starting in the gardens you go up throught the building room by room onto the roof which in usual Gaudi style is a highlight. When we arrived we were told it was online booking only so got our phones out and booked tickets there and then and walked in, which seemed a little silly but there you go. Another fantastic building to visit in Barcelona, at 18 euro a person it is a little on the expensive side but you only have to do it once.
    Dear visitor, Thank you for sharing your opinion with us. We are delighted to know that you enjoyed your time at Casa Vicens discovering all the secrets of the Gaudi first house. Regarding the price of the ticket, let us indicate that Casa Vicens does not receive any type of public aid or subsidy, therefore the amount of each ticket, allows this commitment and daily opening to be possible. We hope to welcome you again very soon. Best regards,
    Written 8 April 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited May 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 7 April 2024
  • Hana S
    London, United Kingdom47 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Surprising inside beautiful
    We were staying nearby and had some time spare before our flight but not enough to travel far. We weren’t sure the price was worth it, but we were all so glad we visited. It was one of the highlights of our trip. It was even more beautiful in the inside. As with most attractions, even better before the crowds, we arrived just before it opened. We spent nearly 2hrs here.
    Dear visitor, Thank you for posting your review. We are glad to know that you had a great and enriching experience with us. We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Best regards, Casa Vicens.
    Written 28 April 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited April 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 27 April 2024
  • Sarah W
    London, United Kingdom22 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Less busy than the better known Gaudi, but go early
    Beautiful Gaudi house in Gràcia. My main reason for going to Barcelona was to see some Gaudi and, as we hadn't booked in advance for La Sagrada Familia or Parc Guëll, I was delighted this gem was 10 minutes walk from our hotel. The photos say it all...
    Dear visitor, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are happy to know that you enjoyed your time with us discovering all the secrets of Gaudi's first house. We hope to welcome you again very soon. Best regards, Casa Vicens.
    Written 10 May 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited May 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 5 May 2024
  • David Tam
    34 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A joyful experience.
    I would suggest anyone visiting Barcelona for the first time to have a visit to this first house of Gaudi. The house was interesting and accessible. There are also different information concerning the history of the house and Gaudi. The staff there were also friendly and helpful. Finally, a €3 gift coupon was provided for use at their souvenir store, which made the visit all the more merrier.
    Dear Visitor, Thank you for sharing your review with us. We are delighted to know that you had a great experience at Gaudi's first house and that you were pleased with our attention team. We hope to welcome you again in the future. Best regards, Casa Vicens.
    Written 12 May 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited May 2024
    Travelled solo
    Written 10 May 2024
  • schmutaki
    New Jersey3,630 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lovely house
    We did not plan to visit Casa Vicens but we had to cancel Park Guell due to a taxi strike. We were not disappointed. The building is utterly stunning. It is out of the way but worth the trip. Not as crowded as Battlo and some other Gaudi buildings and the workers were friendly. There is a nice cafe. Worthwhile if you can fit it in.
    Dear visitor, Thank you for sharing your review with us. We are happy to know that you had a great experience at Casa Vicens and that you were pleased with our attention team. We hope to welcome you again in the future. Best regards, Casa Vicens.
    Written 1 June 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited May 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 28 May 2024
  • Monica Cottone
    Bergamo, Italy5,841 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A hidden pearl, Gaudì's first work
    This is the first house designed by the architect Gaudi, for me a hidden pearl. Ticket purchased online, €18, There was no crowd at the entrance, partly because the house is among the least known and partly because it is slightly outside the center (about 15-20 minutes from Avveniva Diagonal-Casa Batlò). An audio guide is provided that accompanies the visitor through the beautiful rooms arranged on several floors, without furniture but with original floors and ceilings. You go up to the roof, also designed by Gaudì and partly accessible on foot. There are also original documents autographed by Gaudì. The garden features a small cafe. Lots of details to admire, including the gate that divides the house from the street. Inside the house, to go up the various floors there is an elevator for those who have problems climbing stairs Free luggage storage but with euros to be inserted to activate the key In the semi-basement floor there is the book shop.
    Dear visitor, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are delighted to know you had such a wonderful time at Casa Vicens discovering all the techniques Gaudi used in his first house and all the secrets he scatered throughout the house. We hope to welcome you again very soon. Best regards, Casa Vicens,
    Written 6 June 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited May 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 3 June 2024
  • Adriana G
    Curitiba, PR228 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A hidden gem!
    Wonderful and surprising house in every room you enter. You can follow the tour using the audio guide that you download right at the entrance - it helps a lot to understand Gaudí's inspirations for building the house, the historical moment in Spain when it was built and who the family was that commissioned the project. It's really worth it, even if you're not an architect or work with anything like that.
    Dear visitor, Thank you for sharing your review with us. We are delighted to know that you had a great experience at Casa Vicens and that you were pleased with our audio guide service. We hope to welcome you again in the future. Best regards, Casa Vicens.
    Written 8 June 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited June 2024
    Travelled solo
    Written 5 June 2024
  • Rishab N
    Bengaluru, India8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    One of the best Gaudi houses!
    After doing Casa Batllo, Casa Mila and Palau Guell, I was worried that Casa Vicens would be a waste of time. However, it was a really lovely experience! The explanations provided by the audio guide were great and this house is a true architectural wonder! Also loved the exhibit showcasing houses by Gaudi's comtemporaries as well as the presentation of the history of the house.
    Dear visitor, Thank you very much for your kind words. We are very happy to know that you had a great experience with us. Our goal is to always exceed your expectations. If there is anything we can help you with during your next visit, please let us know. We hope to see you soon!
    Written 6 July 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited June 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 27 June 2024
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chibi・usagi
1,506 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
[Access]
A short walk from Fontana Metro.
Several bus lines run nearby, so access is not bad.
[Tickets]
Discounts available with the Barcelona Travel Card.
If you are worried about crowds, we recommend that you make a reservation in advance on the website in Japan.
[Other]
Japanese audio guide available.
Contrary to the flashy exterior, the interior has a calm atmosphere.
The veranda on the first floor and the veranda of the ladies' salon on the second floor are particularly comfortable, and I felt that they had thought carefully about how to make it a comfortable summer home.
Google
Written 7 September 2023
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Dear visitor, Thanks for sharing your review with us. We are delighted to see that you found Casa Vicens to be worth a visit. We hope to see you again any day soon! Best regards, Casa Vicens
Written 8 September 2023
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Ridos
Krasnodar, Russia3,916 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Couples
This is Gaudí's first major work, which he began to perform while still a student. Like all the Master’s creations, this house is unique and inimitable. Anyone interested in Gaudi's works should definitely visit and take an audio guide.
Google
Written 11 October 2023
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Dear Ridos, Thank you for posting your feedback. We are delighted to know that you had such a wonderful time at Casa Vicens discovering along with the audioguide all the techniques Gaudi used in his first house and all the secrets he scatered throughout the house. We are also ghlWe hope to welcome you again very soon. Best regards, Casa Vicens
Written 13 October 2023
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Anne K
11 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2024 • Solo
I’ve been coming to Barcelona regularly for over 20 years and this is the first time I’ve come to Casa Vicens. It was an amazing experience - I loved everything about it. The building itself and the decorative work are wonderful and I especially appreciated the exhibition which showed models of houses by other well known architects in the same period. The downloadable guide was also very good and staff were friendly and helpful. It was relatively quiet which really helped to get a feel for the building. Highly recommended
Written 25 November 2024
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Thanks for sharing your opinion with us! We are glad to see that you had a useful and informative visit to Gaudí's first house. We hope to see you again soon!
Written 1 December 2024
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Max_Zappa
Wigan67 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2024 • Couples
Not sure why my wife and I were charged 44 Euros for the basic, self-guided tour. They can apparently be bought for much, much less. On their official website prices are between 18 and 20 Euros each. We went at 1425hrs on Friday 15/11/24. I feel like we have been scammed.
Written 15 November 2024
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Thanks for sharing your review. We regret that you were not satisfied with the price of the visit, we inform you that Casa Vicens does not receive any type of public aid or subsidy, so the amount of each ticket, not higher than that of other centers, allows this commitment and opening daily as possible. On the other hand, we inform you that online tickets are a little cheaper, but you are charged administration fees at the end of the purchase. The amount ends up being similar.
Written 17 November 2024
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Mercedes G
Valencia, Spain4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Solo
Guided tour in Spanish. We were two people. The guide was great and we were able to enjoy the entire tour interacting with our guide. An enjoyment and a great learning. I recommend it, it is the unknown Gaudi, his first work in which his genius was already noted.
Google
Written 9 November 2023
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Hola Mercedes! ¡Gracias por compartir su reseña con nosotros! Nos alegra saber que nuestra guía le ayudó a descubrir todos los detalles y secretos que esconde la primera casa de Gaudí. ¡Esperamos verla de nuevo muy pronto! Atentamente, Casa Vicens,
Written 10 November 2023
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Laura L
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023
We loved our visit to Casa Vicens - the first house that Gaudi designed. It was so beautiful and you really got a sense of Gaudi as a visionary. The house is a burst of color and pattern that exudes joy. We spent about a little over an hour there. It is also a great value compared to some of the other Gaudi homes you can tour. Overall I highly recommend Casa Vicens
Written 27 February 2023
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Dear visitor, Thanks for sharing your feedback. We are delighted to know you had such a wonderful time at Casa Vicens discovering all the techniques Gaudi used in his first house and all the secrets he scattered throughout the house. We hope to welcome you again very soon. Best rgards, Casa Vicens,
Written 1 March 2023
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JRMADA
United States3,461 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022
This is a beautiful house with some interesting and unusual design features. The staff is super friendly and helpful. The ticket we purchased included a caramel roll at the end, and it was very flavorful… We went in early afternoon on a week day and the place was practically empty, so it does not look like a lot of people know about it. My reason for 4 stars and not 5 is pricing. This is still expensive at €21 per person. The price of admission would have been fair at €12-€14 specially with other places like Guell Palace which is far more beautiful and has more to offer for €12. The Catalan Music Palace costs €16 and has a lot more to offer than here also. Of all the Gaudi properties we visited (worth seeing) and liked, this one is the most humble (simple) and last on our list. If you are pressed for time, it is ok to skip it…
Written 8 December 2022
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Dear JRMADA, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're glad to know you enjoyed visiting Casa Vicens and discovering Gaudi's first house. Regarding the price, let us indicate, that the regular ticket with the audioguide included is 18€ but you chose the visit with audioguide + a cinnamon roll that is 21€. Also, Casa Vicens does not receive any type of public aid or subsidy, therefore the amount of each ticket, not higher than that of other facilities, allows this commitment and daily opening to be possible. We hope to see you soon at Casa Vicens! Best regards, Casa Vicens.
Written 9 December 2022
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RICCARDO G
Barcelona, Spain2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Family
An excellent experience.
I recommend using the audio guide to learn about the architectural and aesthetic choices used by Gaudi in this first assignment and which are found in all his subsequent works.
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Google
Written 4 January 2024
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Dear Riccardo, Thanks for sharing your review with us! We are happy to hear that our free audioguide was useful and informative for you. We hope to see you again any day soon! Best regards, Casa Vicens
Written 5 January 2024
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Traveler
Saint Paul, MN152 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Couples
This was a nice surprise! I found it yesterday when I knew we couldn't see Palau Guell on Monday because it is closed.
We went today. It is a block and a half from the Fontana (green line) metro.
We paid 20.50 Euros each to enter. It is Gaudi's first house that he was a part of.
We were able to buy tickets and audio guide on your phone when we arrived. Bring headphones. They do have English and Spanish tours if you plan ahead.
It was so nice to go and not have to fight a crowd! They have a cafe there as well and you pay 1 Euro to store your backpack.
Thank you for restoring this home and opening it in 2017!!!
Written 23 October 2023
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Dear Visitor, Thank you for sharing your thoughts on Casa Vicens with us. We are delighted to know that you had such a great time discovering Gaudi's first masterpiece and that you could enjoy every detail of the house without a big crowd. We hope to welcome you again soon! Best regards, Casa Vicens
Written 28 October 2023
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Gemma J
87 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Family
I love the Gaudi architecture and on my second visit to Barcelona, I was really keen to see some more. This tour was brilliant, not too long so kept the attention of my kids, but equally informative and generated lots of things to talk about afterwards.
We couldn’t get booked onto the guided tour, so went around ourselves listening to the audio guide on our phones. This worked really well. There were staff around who were more than happy to answer questions.
Thank you
Written 23 October 2023
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Dear Gemma, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're delighted to know that you could visit Casa Vicens peacefully. We're also glad to know that teh audioguide helped you understand better Gaudi's first masterpiece. We hope to welcome you again in the near future! Best reagrds, Casa Vicens
Written 26 October 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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