Gaudis Crypt & Colonia Guell Tour Tickets, Barcelona

Explore a hidden wonder of Barcelona as you head to Colonia Guell and Gaudi’s Crypt with the Gaudi’s Crypt and Colonia Guell Tour. A relatively less-explored tourist attraction near the stunning city, Colonia Guell is a masterpiece created by the renowned architect Antoni Gaudi. Gaudi’s Crypt is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that brings together all of the genius’ architectural innovations within one incomplete structure. On the other hand, Colonia Guell is among the pioneering industrial villages of the 19th century. From terraced houses and spacious buildings to daily-life amenities like theatre, shops and a church in the form of Gaudi’s Crypt, explore the 20 unique structures of the quaint village located in Santa Coloma de Cervello on the outskirts of Barcelona.

Conceptualised as an industrial village, Colonia’s Guell was designed by the illustrious Antoni Gaudi and built by the renowned industrialist and Gaudi’s close friend Eusebi Guell. Gaudi’s Crypt, a central feature of the innovative industrial complex, marked the high point of Antoni Gaudi’s art where all his innovations blended under one roof.

While you can purchase tickets from walk-in counters, it is highly recommended that you book your Gaudi’s Crypt and Colonia Guell tour in advance online. Booking your tickets online ensures that you get the slots that suit your travel itinerary. Avoid missing out on the experience as tickets for the tour sell out quickly. Avoid the last-minute rush and save time on the day of your visit while also availing of great discounts and amazing deals as you book your tour in advance online.

A typical tour of Gaudi’s Crypt and Colonia Guell lasts for approximately two hours, during which you get to explore the unique structures of the industrial village of Colonia Guell, the architectural nuances of Gaudi’s Crypt, and the five stunning zones of the Colonia Guell exhibition depicting Industrial Colonies, The Mill, People, Colonia Guell and Gaudi’s Church. While self-guided and guided tours of the attraction take two hours, a combined round trip from Barcelona and guided tour of the site take approximately four hours.

Yes, you need to follow certain rules while visiting Colonia Guell. Visitors have to maintain a respectful attitude towards the attraction. While visiting Gaudi’s Crypt, you are requested to respect it as a place of worship. Eating, drinking, smoking or bringing animals to the premises is strictly forbidden. Since Colonia Guell and Gaudi Crypt are in a public environment, it is expected that you remain civil and respect the town premises during the tour. Remember to keep tickets handy during the tour, and minors mandatorily require adult supervision. While clicking photographs is allowed in Colonia Guell, it's not permitted during religious services at Gaudi’s Crypt.

• Gaudi’s Crypt: The World Heritage Site brings together all of Gaudi’s architectural innovations under one roof and beautifully incorporates the ornamentation of a church with the sobriety of an industrial village.
• Colonia Guell Exhibition: Explore the five zones of the permanent exhibition, namely Industrial Colonies, The Mill, People, Colonia Guell and Gaudi’s Church to witness the world of Colonia Guell and Antoni Gaudi’s genius through models and audiovisual displays.
• Structures of Colonia Guell: At this pioneering purpose-built industrial village, get a chance to spot the Can Soler de la Torre, La Casa del Secretario, Casa del Metge, El Ateneu Union, La Cooperativa, El Teatro Fontova, Ca L’Espinal, Ca L’Ordal and other prominent landmarks of the village during your tour.

Yes, there are a few guidelines for photography inside Gaudi’s Crypt. While there are no restrictions on clicking photographs within the Colonia Guell premises, you are not allowed to photograph inside the Crypt if there is a religious service taking place. If you wish to click pictures for commercial or professional purposes, you would need to take permission from the Consorci de la Colonia Guell.

Yes, there is a store on the Colonia Guell premises where you can purchase unique souvenirs and Gaudi merchandise for yourself and special gifts for your loved ones.

Yes, Colonia Guell and Gaudi Crypt are wheelchair-accessible and have dedicated provisions for individuals with disabilities. While most streets are asphalted, some areas can be sandy or steeply sloping and you might require assistance navigating them. Accessible washrooms and a lift have been provided at the Colonia Guell Exhibition, along with an on-request mobile ramp at Gaudi’s Crypt. Pre-booked guided tours in sign language are provided on the first Saturday of every month, and visitors can also touch and explore the elements of Gaudi’s Crypt as part of the experience. Although animals are not permitted, you can bring along a caregiver to help explain the signs.