Your early access Casa Batlló tour starts bright and early, over an hour before the first general public guests are admitted. Meet your small group outside the iconic home on Passeig de Gràcia, where your guide will give you an introduction to Gaudi himself. They’ll also point out some of the most fascinating hidden details in the building’s instantly recognisable façade, including its rumoured connection to Catalonia’s patron, St. George.

From there, you’ll be welcomed into the still, silent house and begin your VIP tour. Learn which avant-garde writer’s works inspired the underwater theme in the entrance hall before climbing the spectacular “vertebra” staircase to the heart of the house: the Noble Floor. This space, complete with its one-of-a-kind fireplace, offers a fascinating look into the private lives of the upper class in turn-of-the-century Barcelona.

Next, you’ll pass through the beautiful rear patio—a small pocket of peace in the middle of busy Barcelona—before continuing up to the rooftop terrace. As one of the most popular parts of Casa Batlló during regular visiting hours, this space can get crammed with people, making it hard to appreciate the intricacies of its design and the stunning views of the city that it offers. But when you visit as part of your VIP Casa Batlló tour, it’ll be completely empty, giving you the space you need to appreciate every detail.

Finally, your experience wraps up with the opportunity to visit the brand-new Gaudi Cube, an immersive multimedia exhibit that takes you into the mind of Catalonia’s foremost architectural genius. Your Casa Batlló tour wraps up here, just as the house is opening its doors to the first public guests of the day. You’re welcome to stay in the house for as long as you like after the tour ends, visiting the gift shop or exploring the space further on your own.