Park Guell was commissioned by Eusebi Güell who wanted to create a stylish park for Barcelona aristocracy.

Antoni Gaudi Park Guell Entrance Dragon FountainThe park contains amazing stone structures (see below), stunning tiling and fascinating buildings. You can see from this picture the Gaudi dragon fountain that is at the entrance to Guell park. This dragon is adorned in beautiful coloured tiling and there is something rather hypnotic and magical about it.

Antonio gaudi parc guell - large organic looking columns made from stone.

Here you can see a walkway supported by twisting rock pillars that seem to be growing out of the ground like tree trunks. Although these are rather irregular in shape they do feel strangely natural too.

Gaudi was strongly influenced by natural shapes and used them in his work.

Antoni Gaudi Guell Park - mosaic seating area adorned with multi-coloured tilesAt the top of Guell park is a terraced area where you get a wonderful view of the park and of Barcelona City. Here you will find multi-coloured tiled mosaic seats as shown in this picture. The vibrant colours of the tiles are truly breathtaking.

 

Parc Guell by Antoni Gaudi The house in which Gaudi lived is now a museum.
Park Guell also has a small house in the park which Gaudi lived in at one stage. The house has now been converted into a museum and contains interesting furniture also designed by Gaudi.

tip If you're visiting the park by metro be prepared for at least a 20 min walk. The last 200 m walk is up a steep hill. If you have difficulties going up steep steps then a taxi or bus may be a better means of transport. You'll find bus information at the tourist information office at Placa de Catalunya.

Due to park Guell's location and size you'll need to schedule at least half a day for a visit to Güell park but it will be well worth the visit.