Step into one of the finest examples of Catalan Art Nouveau with this guided visit to the Sant Pau Art Nouveau Site, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in Barcelona, this former hospital complex stands out for its remarkable architecture, landscaped gardens and beautifully preserved pavilions.
Your tour begins near the main entrance of the complex, where you will learn about the origins of the former Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau. Conceived by renowned architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner, the site was designed as a self-contained medical city, with interconnected buildings linked by underground tunnels and surrounded by open-air spaces filled with natural light.
Throughout the visit, you will enter several emblematic pavilions, including the Sant Salvador Pavilion, home to exhibitions dedicated to the history of medicine and the evolution of the institution across more than 600 years. Decorative mosaics, stained glass windows, sculptures and ceramic details reveal the artistic richness that defines this architectural masterpiece.
The route also passes through the gardens, originally created to contribute to patients’ wellbeing and recovery. Accompanied by an official guide, you will gain a deeper understanding of how this innovative project transformed hospital design in Europe and why it remains one of Barcelona’s most admired cultural spaces.
The visit ends close to the starting point after a relaxed walk through spaces filled with colour, symmetry and intricate details that continue to captivate visitors from around the world.
Minimum per booking: 1 person
