Meet by the Arc de Triomf and admire its neo-MudĂ©jar style before going into the Parc de la Ciutadella to see the Italian-inspired fountain with possible contributions by a young GaudĂ. Then, head to the colorful Born district, once a seaside resort for the medieval aristocracy. Visit Casa Calvet, designed by GaudĂ and declared a Place of Cultural Interest in 1969. Move on to the modern quarter of GrĂ cia and immerse yourself in its unique Catalan Modernism style. See buildings of extraordinary designs, such as the Casa BatllĂł and La Pedrera.
Later, weave your way through Vila de GrĂ cia, Barcelona's coolest suburb and its true administrative and commercial center. Admire the 33-meter tall bell tower, crowned with the famous bell of the "Marieta." Get brilliant views of Casa Vicens, considered one of the first buildings of the Art Nouveau movement and the first house designed by GaudĂ. Journey along Passeig de Sant Joan to reach the astonishing Sagrada Familia, GaudĂ's unfinished basilica, under construction since 1883.
