Recinte Modernista de Sant Pau
Recinte Modernista de Sant Pau
Recinte Modernista de Sant Pau
4.5
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
About
Formerly Barcelona's most important hospital, this lavish art-nouveau complex is the seminal work of Catalan architect, Lluís Domènech i Montaner, and a UNESCO monument.
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Neighborhood: El Guinardó
How to get there
- Sant Pau – Dos de Maig • 3 min walk
- Guinardó – Hospital de Sant Pau • 6 min walk
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- John WDouglas, United Kingdom2,296 contributionsModernist masterpieceDomenech i Muntaner is at least the equal of Gaudi. This is his master piece. And amazing hospital, with each ward block a separate pavilion. Amazing brick, tile, glazed ceramics. Each block connected underground by a white tiled central spine corridor. It’s accessible, with ramps and lifts. Really good half day.Visited January 2024Traveled with friendsWritten January 22, 2024
- Fieldface1 contributionReally cool and really random experienceFor me it was so so random coming here I was visiting a customer who is based at the Health Hub that uses one of the buildings on site. I never even knew this place existed getting through security was a bit of a faf but was able to look around to see the buildings after and they are very nice and cool. A thing that really confused me was at the bottom of the stairs for the private buildings was a sign saying not for visitors. That was not strictly true because I was visiting that building so I got a bit lost because of that. You cant really tell people somthing is not for visitors without them knowing what you are visiting.Visited January 2024Traveled on businessWritten January 30, 2024
- Zoe FSheffield, United Kingdom311 contributionsA Hospital That You Really Should Visit!!What a fantastic place to visit! It is a World Heritage Art Nouveau site and well worth the €16 entry fee! The hospital was still in use in the early 1990’s but the original concept and building work was from the early 1820’s. Each different building had its own “speciality”, one for men, one for women, one for infectious diseases etc. They are being so well restored, it’s awe inspiring in places. There are artefacts from different time periods, including an old X-Ray machine and areas have been set out as to how they would have been utilised. There are also underground tunnels which connect each building that really make you think, how many people have walked through them, how many patients have been transported to a building, how many professionals have had to take a moment. If more hospitals were like this today I don’t think many people would mind having to be there!!Visited January 2024Traveled with friendsWritten February 1, 2024
- TommoMelbourne, Australia55,931 contributionsHistorical and an architectural masterpieceThis building was formerly a hospital until 2009 and built between 1901 and 1930. The new hospital is built beside this building. The architecure is unique and amazing Art Nouveau) and has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. It contains 12 pavilions connected through underground galleries. It really is a historical and architectural masterpiece and offers offers workspace to high-profile social organizations such as the WHO, Banco Farmacéutico, Barcelona Health Hub, EMEA, UN-HABITAT and more.Visited November 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten February 9, 2024
- Vincent C469 contributionsBeautiful ArchitectureI mean we went after seeing the La Sagrada Familia so it was not as impressive and we did not do the audio guide when the ticket box said not to due to some groups touring today. However, you learn a lot about the history of the place, the hospital care and design at the time. Lots of pavilions which were OK but the architecture was lovely. The main building was gorgeous and if face the main building where you would enter from the back on a sunny day, you can see the reflection of the pavilions behind you and the La Sagrada Familia straight-lined through the windows as well. We spent 1.5hrs here or so and it was worth the admission. We did not buy in advance due to lower season but during higher season; you may want to.Visited February 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten March 12, 2024
- Jay BFairhope, Alabama1,064 contributionsNice Experience Away From the CrowdsIf you are looking for an experience away from the chaos and crowds of the busy parts of Barcelona, this is your place. Sant Pau is a beautifully restored Barcelona hospital. The various buildings feature stunning architecture and professionally landscaped grounds. You will find Sant Pau to be very quiet and slow paced, which can be a nice respite from busier areas of Barcelona. They offer a high quality gift shop and many shops and restaurants are nearby. NOTE: You can get your ticket here as a combination ticket with the more popular Palau de la Musica Catalan.Visited September 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten March 26, 2024
- SteviefullKidderminster, United Kingdom2,002 contributionsA Surprisingly Beautiful BuildingHaving visited Barcelona before I thought I'd look a bit further afield for something different and this was on the radar and what a find it was. Built in 1902 and serving as a hospital from 1916 for nearly 100 years, clearly designed to help the patients with their mental health as well with plenty of greenery amongst the buildings. The buildings themselves have beautiful marble interior and are certainly different from any hospital you would have seen. At 16 euro each it wasn't cheap but on a sunny late spring day walking from building to building it was a good way to spend a morning and something a little bit different.Visited May 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten April 3, 2024
- Irina Y59 contributionsNot to be missed attraction in BarcelonaWith so many must-see attractions in Barcelona, this is usually overlooked and it is a huge loss. It is an amazing site. Architecture and history is very interesting and ticket price is not bad in comparison with more famous sites. The only thing negative is that the pamphlet to guide us wan not really clear and it was hard to find thingsVisited April 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten April 19, 2024
- SweetestfusionSparks, Nevada451 contributionsWonderful visitBeautiful facility. Working in healthcare, I feel privilege to tour a historic hospital. Seeing what was then and now was revealing of the advances made through science and time. I love this institution bec it was easy to enter. Not much waiting. Even though the web site specifies a time, we showed up over 40 mins late because we were lost and the staff were kind saying “not to worry.” Plenty of bathroom access and are very clean. A great place to visit and spend an entire morning marveling at all the visuals.Visited April 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten April 19, 2024
- Littledumpling12Queensland, Australia97 contributionsBeautiful and sereneIs this beautiful place under appreciated? How come there weren't many people when we went, but other tourist attractions were too crowded? At first we thought the ticket price was a bit too much. But after our tour, we were happy that we bought them. Highly recommend.Visited April 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten May 16, 2024
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Rayleigh, UK774 contributions
Apr 2022
I was on a mission to see as many UNESCO World heritage sites as I possibly could in Barcelona, so Sant Pau was on the list! After a walk down from Parc Guell (thirty minutes downhill thankfully) we arrived outside. I had initially decided to just take photo's outside but my daughter persuaded me to go in, as we had an hour before our booked slot at Sagrada Familia (just a 10 minute walk away). SO glad we did go in!
Outside was sublime, but the interiors and the buildings that couldn't be seen from the road were even more amazing. It cost about 27 euro's to get in - my daughter being under 29 got a 30% discount on entry. It was a fascinating insight into Catalan modernism, giving my daughter idea's for her A-Level art project!
The tiling, the curved ceilings and windows, the recreation of the Hospital ward, it really brought everything to life. I wish I'd had more time to read up on all the information that was available in English, and learn more about this amazing place.
The real highlight was eating our packed lunch in the courtyard area. It was quite stunning, beautiful buildings in every direction, orange trees etc. I actually didn't want to leave. Toilets were available as you entered and also at this point in the proceedings too. Such a photogenic place, and well worth a visit.
Outside was sublime, but the interiors and the buildings that couldn't be seen from the road were even more amazing. It cost about 27 euro's to get in - my daughter being under 29 got a 30% discount on entry. It was a fascinating insight into Catalan modernism, giving my daughter idea's for her A-Level art project!
The tiling, the curved ceilings and windows, the recreation of the Hospital ward, it really brought everything to life. I wish I'd had more time to read up on all the information that was available in English, and learn more about this amazing place.
The real highlight was eating our packed lunch in the courtyard area. It was quite stunning, beautiful buildings in every direction, orange trees etc. I actually didn't want to leave. Toilets were available as you entered and also at this point in the proceedings too. Such a photogenic place, and well worth a visit.
Written April 17, 2022
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CazzaHayes
London, UK739 contributions
Feb 2020
We spotted this from the tour bus and went back to see the set of Woody Allen's Vick Cristina Barcelona for ourselves! The 'new' hospital offers audio tours so you can stroll the area which has a dozen hospital buildings with ornate Moorish roofs and art nouveau stonework and appreciate some of the interiors to see for yourself the use of light and colour. The progressive hopsital had operating theatres, light and bright day rooms and an underground network to transport patients. This was a really educational tour and a real celebration of the art nouveau movement. Well worth a visit.
Written March 21, 2020
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jonahNJ
Pennington, NJ11,793 contributions
Sep 2019
During our time in Barcelona, my wife and I enjoyed visiting the various historical sites located throughout this iconic European city. We particularly enjoyed our guided tour of Hospital Sant Pau. This complex, which was built between 1901 and 1930, appeared to be more of a charming, welcoming village than a hospital complex. I learned that this hospital, which was still in operation up until 2009, was purposely constructed to be a welcoming and warm place for patients. The buildings have lots of glass which bring in light from sunshine and the interiors appear to be built for comfort as well as maximizing excellent patient care. From the Administration Building to the Operating Building as well as the other buildings are still well maintained and are now a museum. In addition, one of the large rooms within the complex is now utilized for musical performances. I can only imagine how special those performances must be.
If only more hospitals around the world would be able to provide the high level of care provided by this hospital including a location on such a magnificent campus.
If only more hospitals around the world would be able to provide the high level of care provided by this hospital including a location on such a magnificent campus.
Written April 11, 2020
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robgarrettcurator
Gdynia, Poland334 contributions
Jul 2021
If you already know the architecture of Gaudi, then you must complete your idea of Catalan Modernisme (art nouveau, or secessionism elsewhere) by visiting this architectural and decorative artist Modernisme masterwork. It is stunningly innovative and beautiful. One of my local friends told be that if I got to see nothing else, I should see this - and I can see why! Go here...
Travel tip: Funnily enough it took me 4 attempts before I found the right entrance, because the Museum is in the same block as the new hospital, several research centres and a branch of the university... The Museum gate is on the junction of Carrer de Sant Antoni Maria Claret, Avinguda de Gaudi, and Carrer de Cartagena.
Travel tip: Funnily enough it took me 4 attempts before I found the right entrance, because the Museum is in the same block as the new hospital, several research centres and a branch of the university... The Museum gate is on the junction of Carrer de Sant Antoni Maria Claret, Avinguda de Gaudi, and Carrer de Cartagena.
Written July 27, 2021
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Vincent C
469 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
I mean we went after seeing the La Sagrada Familia so it was not as impressive and we did not do the audio guide when the ticket box said not to due to some groups touring today. However, you learn a lot about the history of the place, the hospital care and design at the time. Lots of pavilions which were OK but the architecture was lovely. The main building was gorgeous and if face the main building where you would enter from the back on a sunny day, you can see the reflection of the pavilions behind you and the La Sagrada Familia straight-lined through the windows as well. We spent 1.5hrs here or so and it was worth the admission. We did not buy in advance due to lower season but during higher season; you may want to.
Written March 12, 2024
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Teacher91 ❤
Temple, TX48,250 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
Built between 1902 and 1930 by a contemporary of Gaudi, architect Louis Domenech I Montaner, created an amazing open space, with gorgeous free standing buildings that were set in a magnificent garden setting. The purpose? This amazing UNESCO World Heritage site was a hospital for the poor.
With some of the most beautiful architecture we've ever seen, we can only imagine the therapeutic benefits of sitting in the magnificent garden complex, and drinking in the fragrance of lavender and orange.
If you love history and stunning architecture, this site is not to be missed.
What a treasure!
*HIGHLY* recommended.
With some of the most beautiful architecture we've ever seen, we can only imagine the therapeutic benefits of sitting in the magnificent garden complex, and drinking in the fragrance of lavender and orange.
If you love history and stunning architecture, this site is not to be missed.
What a treasure!
*HIGHLY* recommended.
Written May 21, 2022
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Steviefull
Kidderminster, UK2,002 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Having visited Barcelona before I thought I'd look a bit further afield for something different and this was on the radar and what a find it was.
Built in 1902 and serving as a hospital from 1916 for nearly 100 years, clearly designed to help the patients with their mental health as well with plenty of greenery amongst the buildings. The buildings themselves have beautiful marble interior and are certainly different from any hospital you would have seen.
At 16 euro each it wasn't cheap but on a sunny late spring day walking from building to building it was a good way to spend a morning and something a little bit different.
Built in 1902 and serving as a hospital from 1916 for nearly 100 years, clearly designed to help the patients with their mental health as well with plenty of greenery amongst the buildings. The buildings themselves have beautiful marble interior and are certainly different from any hospital you would have seen.
At 16 euro each it wasn't cheap but on a sunny late spring day walking from building to building it was a good way to spend a morning and something a little bit different.
Written April 3, 2024
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Ogi0
Sofia, Bulgaria22,767 contributions
Dec 2022
We visited it at the end of December in the evening when the llums de sant pau exhibition was active. An extremely interesting place, they had set up several different space-themed light installations. There were quite a few people, but it was definitely worth the visit. Tickets had to be bought about a month in advance.
Written January 4, 2023
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Joelly
Manchester183 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
The site is wonderful. I first visited it soon after it opened after its renovation. I have also been to see it illuminated. Part of the site is used by various organisations but most is open to the public. We took a friend who had not been before, bought the tickets on line including the audio sets. When we arrived we found out that it was being used for filming and not everywhere usually open would be available. Our request to change days was refused on the basis that they don’t give refunds. We did go in but most of the site was closed and we were repeatedly told by the film crew to move to somewhere else and not to speak. We left after about 15 minutes as we were only allowed access to three buildings. We complained when we were leaving. Staff were sympathetic and polite but unhelpful.
Written February 10, 2024
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permia
Ireland64,692 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
What a vision by architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner. And all guided by the benevolent philosophy that pleasant stimulating surroundings would enhance patients’ health.
Created by the renowned architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner, it was built over about 30 years, commencing in 1901. Interestingly it continued to serve as a working hospital till 2009.
Since then a meticulous restoration and conservation has resulted in the stunning complex we have the pleasure of visiting and admiring today.
There is so much to see. In addition to the extraordinary buildings, colourful exhibitions give an absorbing account of both the architect and his hospital.
Ascending to the first floor of one building is to see an especially decorative area with high embellishment throughout.
Created by the renowned architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner, it was built over about 30 years, commencing in 1901. Interestingly it continued to serve as a working hospital till 2009.
Since then a meticulous restoration and conservation has resulted in the stunning complex we have the pleasure of visiting and admiring today.
There is so much to see. In addition to the extraordinary buildings, colourful exhibitions give an absorbing account of both the architect and his hospital.
Ascending to the first floor of one building is to see an especially decorative area with high embellishment throughout.
Written March 26, 2023
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Is it still free the access on Sundays? Or just is it just on first Sunday of the month?
Written January 28, 2020
Free access, only the first sunday of each month.
Nevertheless, it´s easy to find tickets online or at the Recinte.
It´s is worthy !!!
Written January 29, 2020
Hello. Do I need to book tickets online beforehand? Or could I just arrive and buy tickets at the place? Is it cheaper to buy online?
Written April 16, 2019
I went to the place and bought the tickets without any problem. Not too many people. Fantastic place to enjoy the Modernist Architecture of Barcelona.
Written January 29, 2020
Здравствуйте! вход10евро ? не могу на сайте найти такую цену, вижу только за 14 евро, и за 9,8евро для местных.
Written November 5, 2018
9,8 евро для местных, для молодёжи до 29 лет и для 65+.
Ссылку на сайт дать не могу, - не позволяют правила публикации ответов.
Возможно, билеты подорожали, т.к. достопримечательность набирает популярность у туристов.
Written November 6, 2018
Anyone could help to buy 2 silver bracelets in their gift shop for me? I just came back from barcelona and this Hospital was tremendously beautiful. Their gift shop should not be missed. But I regret not buying the braided bracelet inspired by Domenech i Montaner. Does anyone has a travel plan to Recinte Modernista de Sant Pau and help me out?
Written July 17, 2018
We just wish to eat in the restaurant, sit in the garden, and see the building exteriors (no tour). Must we pay an admission fee?
Written July 2, 2018
The restaurant is just outside the entrance so you don't need to pay. You can see the front of the building but not the spectacular gardens and distinctive domed buildings inside the grounds.
Written July 14, 2018
No, it's certainly not necessary. This location is not as popular as Sagrada Familia or Park Guell; therefore, there are few visitors. But it's still worth a visit. :)
Written April 9, 2018
Boa tarde!
Verifiquei no Google Maps que a distância do Recinte Modernista de Sant Pau em relação a Sagrada Família a pé é 3,9 km.
Isto não procede?
Written March 26, 2018
A distância é bastante inferior. Pode ir de um lugar ao outro a pé em cerca de 20 minutos
Written March 27, 2018
Is guided tour worth & necessary?
thanks
Emma
Written July 22, 2017
I definetly suggest you take a guided tour (or the audio guide if you prefer). The place is breathtaking and if you fully understand the context of what you're seeing you will certainly get the full experience. It worths every penny.
Written November 22, 2017
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