On this self-guided visit to Sant Pau, one of the world's largest Art Nouveau sites, learn about one of Lluís Domènech i Montaner's most important works and one of the most significant restoration projects in recent years. As you journey through one of the oldest medical institutions in Europe, you'll see how the Art Nouveau complex was designed and built and learn about its current use as an internationally acclaimed center for knowledge. Sant Pau is wheelchair accessible, and you can use your ticket any time when the center is open.
Posted By : cass_c
Easy check in. Great architectural Weather is hot and was raining. Aircon indoor is helpful and seats help
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Posted On : 2024-07-03 11:10:55 
Posted By : herbdr
Lovely grounds and architecture. Way less crowded than the other tourist sites. One of my favorite spots in Barcelona. Well worth a visit.
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Posted On : 2024-06-20 17:10:08
Posted By : Mile_2605
Designed by the same architect as the Palau de la Musica Catalana, this hospital was commissioned by a rich banker and its peculiarity is that it was among the first divided into several pavilions with different departments, connected by underground passages.
The principle on which the internal and external architecture is based, as well as the composition of the large gardens, is that a beautiful, well-kept environment, full of greenery, can contribute to the healing of the sick, or at least alleviate their suffering.
Some pavilions can be visited: they have been renovated and present how the departments originally looked.
The one dedicated to the administration is simply spectacular, with different ceilings, columns covered in majolica, and stained glass windows.
One of them overlooks the Sagrada Familia, which is only 500 meters away.
Gaudí died in this hospital after being hit by a tram. The staff recognized who he was only after 3 days.
Today the actual hospital has obviously been expanded and moved to new buildings; the original ones host associations dedicated to the promotion of art, culture and health.
From the end of November the gardens host the Christmas village: they are carefully decorated to create a magical atmosphere.
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Posted On : 2024-06-17 06:57:27 
Posted By : IWchile
An excellent visit! The area is easy to navigate and very quiet. The bookstore at the exit is very interesting. It has a couple of problems with the signage but in general it is easy to get around! The audio guide is not necessary. It has the same information as the panels.
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Posted On : 2024-06-12 12:25:16
Posted By : Debra_G
This hospital turned museum has amazingly unique architecture. We enjoyed touring the various buildings. Great frescoes on the outside.
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Posted On : 2024-06-10 04:20:00
Posted By : Judy_O
It is hard to believe this beautiful building was once a hospital. It has been carefully restored to its’ original beauty and maintained with great pride and respect for the buildings historic past.
A walk through with audio guide is a delightful way to spend a couple of hours.
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Posted On : 2024-06-09 13:24:11
Posted By : schmutaki
The beauty of the buildings here is wonderful. There is so much to see here the architecture is wonderful. Not Gaudi but impressive nonetheless. We spent about an hour wandering the several buildings open to the public. Hard to believe this was a hospital. Not to be missed
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Posted On : 2024-06-01 08:22:44
Posted By : Peter_H
What a beautiful area, Montserrat! We wish we had more time to explore. All the sites we saw were amazing and even had an opportunity to pray with Black Madonna…Excellent!
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Posted On : 2024-05-25 13:26:17
Posted By : Pierson_M
Staff was lovely, place was magnificent, everything perfectly as advertised! Spend a while here if you can.
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Posted On : 2024-05-13 13:41:32
Posted By : Andrea_F
Fascinating history, beautiful grounds, amazing architecture and art. Would definitely recommend guided tour or audio tour (we did not and regretted it)
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Posted On : 2024-05-04 14:06:32
