Trips to Barcelona for Architecture Students

A glittering white home for late 20th century art. This fascinating museum rotates a selection of work from 1920s to 1980s and includes works by Brossa, Tápies, Ponç and Guixant, who produced early experiments in abstraction and mixed media.

One of the world’s leading collections of modern art, from 1850 to the present.  This eclectic structure created for fine arts goes back to the 19th century. This is a collection of Romanesque, Gothic and Renaissance art. Also houses a separate 19th-20th century art and photography section.

A tribute to perhaps the greatest painter of modern times. Picasso’s experiments with Impressionism, Pointillism and Symbolism are shown here in his unrivalled early works. Picasso’s personal style can be noted from the Blue to Pink Period (1901-17) and a gradual move into more experimental cubism and abstract forms.

A white-walled temple to the art of Joan Miró, the most Catalan of all artists.  The Miró Foundation houses donated work, including tapestries which contain elements of textile, paint and collage by Miró. Also displayed are leading 20th century artists, such as Duchamp and Rauschenberg, perfect for the study of form, colour and texture.

In the residence of the painter’s wife, your group will view the paintings and drawings that Dalí gave to Gala as gifts, as well as the elephants he gave her with which to adorn the garden.

Gala and Dalí structured this house in the form of a labyrinth and decorated it over a 40-year period from 1930 to 1970.

The spectacular Dalí museum will astound groups with its surrealism, from its exterior architecture to the paintings, sculptures, furniture and 3D collages within.

This museum contains the broadest range of work from Salvador Dalí’s career and the building of the museum is as surreal as the exhibits within. One room even turns into Mae West’s face when viewed from a small stage.

This typically Catalan town is famous as the birthplace and resting place of the artist Salvador Dalí. It’s also home to a fascinating toy museum and numerous shops and cafés. 

Take a visit to the famous park which was designed by Antonio Gaudí. Beautiful examples of his extraordinary work can be seen here. The serpentine pathways take you on a journey past a magnificent fusion of architecture and natural forms, benches shaped like dragons, a gatehouse topped with fly agaric mushrooms and Casa Batlló’s melting façade, resembling skulls, masks and sharks teeth. The park’s high-point also provides fabulous views of the city.

Students will enjoy wandering along this famous street with its variety of shops, cafés, market stalls and street entertainers.

Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece remains a popular tourist attraction and a world renowned emblem of the city. Students will be amazed by its sheer size and its architectural complexity.

Based on Gaudí’s plans of 1954, this stunning building is still under construction and is due to be completed in 2026. 

This world-famous football stadium offers students the opportunity to experience the awe-inspiring size of this venue whilst also learning about the heritage and history of Barcelona FC. 

Nou Camp will be closed for renovations from May 2023.

This fascinating show, based on the heart-stopping and passionate art of Flamenco dancing, is a must for groups and a true cultural experience from Spain’s musical heritage.

A complete village consisting of streets and squares with reconstructions of famous or characteristic buildings from all over Spain. Students can practise their language skills in the many buildings housing working craftspeople, souvenir shops, cafés and restaurants. Interactive workshops on Spanish crafts such as ceramics and leather jewellery, and Spanish cooking are also available for groups at Poble Espanyol.

The giant Gothic Barcelona Cathedral is a focal point of interest in the Gothic quarter. As you walk around the Cathedral your students will see fine examples of Gothic architecture and Roman walls first-hand.

One of Gaudí’s masterpieces, Casa Batllo is located in the centre of Barcelona. Your students can discover Casa Batlló’s melting façade, resembling skulls, masks and sharks teeth!

Casa Milà, popularly known as ‘La Pedrera’ (the stone quarry) was constructed by Antoni Gaudí. For its uniqueness, artistic and heritage value the building have received major recognition as UNESCO World Heritage site.

The Barcelona Olympic stadium was the venue for the 1992 Olympic Games. Today the Barcelona Olympic stadium is open to visitors to take a look around and see where all the action took place, an ideal addition to your architecture study tour.