Park Güell, Barcelona

A Day Exploring Gaudí’s Work
Park Güell is the most famous park in Barcelona and one of the most outstanding works of the renowned architect Antoni Gaudí.
Park Güell is a must-see destination during a complete visit to Barcelona.

The Dragon of Park Güell
Antoni Gaudí was a revolutionary in his time and quickly became one of the main exponents of Catalan Modernist architecture. His work, personal and imaginative, was inspired by the vegetal and animal elements of nature. His interest in creating organic forms—curved rather than flat—led to the development of a unique artistic language expressed through the innovative technique of trencadís , one of his most notable trademarks.
This technique involves covering structures with mosaics, typically abstract, made from irregularly shaped pieces of ceramic, glass, or marble. Clear and famous examples of trencadís in the park include the dragon—or lizard sculpture—located alongside the double staircase at the entrance of the park, which has become an iconic landmark in Barcelona.

A Day in Park Güell…
After enjoying a restful night and energizing yourself with a delicious breakfast at Hotel California, we suggest taking the metro from Las Ramblas, line 3 “Liceu,” to the station Lesseps on the same line. From there, it’s a 15-minute walk, and we recommend accessing the park via Passeig de Sant Josep de la Muntanya , which is equipped with escalators.
The main entrance to Park Güell is located on Carrer d’Olot , at the southern side, where you can admire the spectacular scenery offered by the staircase leading to the Hypostyle Hall.
We encourage you to relax and observe the various iconic elements of Park Güell while enjoying a pleasant walk. If you wish, you can pause for a rest and lunch at the park’s restaurant.
From the access esplanade, the double staircase rises, flanked by two crenelated walls that form terraces beneath which two grottoes open up. On the first landing, halfway up the stairs, you’ll find the Catalonia coat of arms, and further up lies the dragon—or salamander—covered in mosaics, now the park’s most popular symbol. At the final stretch of the staircase, sheltered beneath the Hypostyle Hall, there is a bench in the shape of an odeon.
As you continue your visit, don’t forget to explore other notable sections of the park, including the Laundry Room Portico , the Greek Theater (or Nature Square), and the Austrian Gardens, among other highlights.
Within the park, you’ll find a restaurant and a shop. We recommend purchasing your tickets in advance to avoid waiting in lines.