La Pedrera - Casa Milà

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Casa Milà, or La Pedrera, is Antoni Gaudí’s Modernista home for the Milà family, at Passeig de Gràcia 92, corner of Carrer de Provença, Barcelona.

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What's on here

Why go

  • The wave-shaped stone façade and Josep Maria Jujol’s individually improvised wrought-iron balconies.
  • Sculptural rooftop chimneys and stair exits, with views towards the Sagrada Família.
  • The attic’s brick catenary arches and exhibition about Gaudí’s work.

Opening hours

Today09:00 – 21:00Show all
Monday09:00 – 21:00
Tuesday09:00 – 21:00
Wednesday09:00 – 21:00
Thursday09:00 – 21:00
Friday09:00 – 21:00
Saturday09:00 – 21:00
Sunday09:00 – 21:00

Don't miss

  • Wave-shaped stone façadeIts curves evoke sea waves.Passeig de Gràcia façade
  • Wrought-iron balcony railingsJosep Maria Jujol made each one as an improvised design.Façade
  • Rooftop chimneys and skylightsThe sculptural rooftop structures include chimneys, skylights and stair exits.Roof terrace
  • Gaudí exhibitionThe attic exhibition covers Gaudí’s works.Attic
  • 1920s-furnished apartmentSee an apartment furnished with objects from the 1920s.Apartment

Know before you go

  • Normally open Monday–Sunday, 09:00–21:00.
  • Closed 6 July, 7 September and 25 December 2026, and 11–17 January 2027.
  • The rooftop closes when it rains.

Tips for your visit

  • Allow time for the two courtyards, which bring daylight into the building.
  • Look for mythological and floral paintings in the entrance halls.
  • In the apartment, look for relief ceilings, handcrafted woodwork and hydraulic tiles.
  • General admission includes a temporary exhibition. The former main-floor residence now serves as an art exhibition space.
  • The night visit uses projections on the skylights, special lighting and a soundtrack; night admission includes a rooftop show and a glass of cava.
  • An exclusive visit includes reserved areas and a tasting in a private room.

With kids

  • Look for snail-shaped water tanks among the rooftop structures.

Interesting facts3

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  1. The self-supporting stone façade allows large windows and interior walls to be rearranged without weakening the structure.

    La Pedrera, Barcelona - Wikipedia
  2. Natural ventilation was designed to make air conditioning unnecessary.

    Casa Milà - Wikipedia
  3. Almost every room has a window admitting daylight, which was unusual at the time.

    Casa Milà - Wikipedia

Shorts

History

Casa Milà was Gaudí’s last secular building before he concentrated on the Sagrada Família.

  1. 1905The Milà couple bought the site.
  2. 1906Gaudí’s project was presented to Barcelona City Council on 2 February. Construction began after the existing building was demolished.
  3. 1907City Hall halted construction over a pillar that intruded onto the sidewalk.
  4. 1909A city commission recognized the building as monumental, resolving a dispute over its height and site boundaries.
  5. 1912Gaudí certified the house as ready to rent.
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  1. 1927Roser Segimon had the main-floor interior remodeled, removing Gaudí’s decoration.
  2. 1954The attic was converted into thirteen apartments.
  3. 1969The building became a National Historic-Artistic Monument.
  4. 1984Casa Milà joined the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Works of Antoni Gaudí”.
  5. 1987Facade cleaning and repairs began, and the building opened to visitors.
  6. 1990The renovated main floor opened as an exhibition space.
  7. 2013Fundació Catalunya-La Pedrera took over ownership and cultural activities.

How to get there

  • TrainTake metro line 3 or 5 to Diagonal Station.
  • TrainFor Renfe trains, use Passeig de Gràcia station.
  • TrainFor FGC trains, use Provença–La Pedrera Station.
  • BusBuses V15, V17, H10, H8, 7, 22, 24, 6, 33 and 34 serve the area.
  • ParkingPasseig de Gràcia–La Pedrera is a nearby parking garage.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access Most public areas are wheelchair accessible. The rooftop and mezzanine are unsuitable for wheelchairs. A lift exit platform gives a general view of the rooftop. Wheelchairs can be borrowed free, subject to availability, with advance booking by email.

Sources: La Pedrera, Barcelona - Wikipedia · La Pedrera, Barcelona - Wikipedia (part 2) · La Pedrera, Barcelona - Wikipedia (part 3) · Barcelona/Eixample - Wikivoyage (see) · La Pedrera - Gaudí’s Casa Milà in Barcelona | O… · Buy tickets | La Pedrera - Casa Milà Official w… · Practical Information for Visiting La Pedrera · Casa Milà - Wikipedia · Casa Milà - Wikipedia · checked 28 Sep 2026

Where
Passeig De Gracia, 92, Barcelona

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Questions and answers

Which areas require admission at La Pedrera Casa Milà?

The apartment and rooftop require admission.

Can I explore every floor at La Pedrera Casa Milà?

No. Other floors contain offices or remain private homes.

Why is La Pedrera Casa Milà called La Pedrera?

The name means “the quarry” in Catalan and arose from criticism of its unusual appearance.

What does the night visit at La Pedrera Casa Milà include?

It includes rooftop projections, special lighting, a soundtrack and a glass of cava.

What does the exclusive visit at La Pedrera Casa Milà include?

It includes access to reserved areas and a tasting in a private room.

Has La Pedrera Casa Milà’s rooftop appeared in films?

Yes. Scenes in The Passenger and Vicky Cristina Barcelona were filmed on the roof.

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