Park Güell Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
A journey through Antoni Gaudí’s colorful dream garden
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$29 per adult
€27 per adult
£23 per adult
C$41 per adult
A$44 per adult
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Local experts
Personal stories and insider travel tips -
Top-rated
Thousands of reviews averaging 4.9 stars -
Worry-free booking
Flexible scheduling and refunds
Highlights
- Explore gardens inspired by Antoni Gaudí’s idea of paradise on Earth.
- See Barcelona from above and marvel at the breathtaking views.
- Learn about the park’s icons and secret symbols, hidden for more than 100 years.
- Scale the Dragon staircase and meet "El Drac,” the park’s famous mosaic salamander.
- Get lost in whimsy as you wander past candy-cane spires, colorful sculptures, and column-lined terraces.
What you'll do
We’ll begin our tour with some very unusual viaducts, which wind through the garden’s landscapes. As you walk along the elevated path, your guide will tell you about Park Güell’s history and Antoni Gaudi, the mastermind behind this dreamlike wonderland.
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We’ll begin our tour with some very unusual viaducts, which wind through the garden’s landscapes. As you walk along the elevated path, your guide will tell you about Park Güell’s history and Antoni Gaudi, the mastermind behind this dreamlike wonderland.
You’ll continue with a visit to the Casa Gaudí Museum, one of the park’s most stately houses and once home to Gaudi himself. Your host will tell you more about Gaudi’s life and his impact on architecture.
Your next stop is the Rosary Pathway, a scenic pathway built atop an old Roman road. The path is lined by rounded bollards resembling Rosary beads and surrounded by lush foliage.
The pathway ends at the main terrace, a central hub of the park offering unrivaled views of Barcelona and the Mediterranean Sea. Get your cameras ready. This is a photo op you won’t want to miss! As you make your way down, your guide will share tales of the terrace’s construction, including intricate details of the serpentine bench that snakes around the space.
From the terrace, you’ll head into the Hypostyle Room, a towering space adorned with 86 Doric columns. Learn about the original purpose of this space and how it’s used to collect rainwater even today.
Next, you’ll trek to the Dragon Staircase, where you’ll meet the famed mosaic dragon and its tiled design. Your tour ends at Casa del Guardia, twin fairytale houses born from Gaudí’s imagination.
After the tour, you’ll be free to explore the park on your own. Revisit your favorite landmarks or uncover even more secrets in the park’s design.
Itinerary
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The Viaducts
Winding stone structures designed to mimic caves and trees
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Casa Gaudí Museum
Where the garden’s architect resided for much of his life
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Rosary Pathway
Panoramic views marked by the tradition of the rosary
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The Laundry Porch
A shaded, curving tunnel designed like ocean wave
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Hypostyle Room
A room of lofty columns inspired by the four seasons
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The Dragon Staircase
Home of “El Drac,” who watches over the entrance to the park
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The Casa del Guarda
A fairytale-like home with a fanciful, mosaic-covered roof
Plan your trip
Accessibility
The walking tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Tour ending point
This tour ends at the park’s entrance. You can stay inside the park longer if you’d like.
Refund policy
We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours before the start time.
Meeting point
Meet your guide at the corner of Carrer de Larrard with Carrer de Mercedes just to the left of the gift store located at Carrer de Larrard 53, 08024, Barcelona.
Use these coordinates for the meeting location: 41°24’45.9″N 2°09’11.8″E
You can paste them directly into Google Maps or any other navigation tool. Your guide will be holding an orange sign that says ExperienceFirst.
FAQs
How much walking is there?
This tour covers one mile at a leisurely pace. If mobility is an issue, please arrange for a private tour.
What is the cancellation policy?
We understand plans change. We offer a 100% refund or the option to reschedule up to 24 hours before your tour start time. Cancellations within 24 hours aren’t eligible for refunds or rescheduling.
When should I get there?
Plan to show up 15 minutes early. The tour starts promptly, and you may not be able to catch up if you arrive late.
What if it rains?
Our tours run rain or shine. If there’s extreme weather and we have to cancel, you’ll get a full refund.
Are gratuities included?
Tips aren’t included but are always appreciated by our guides. If you think your guide did an outstanding job, a tip is a great way to show that.