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Palace of Catalan Music (Palau de la Musica Catalana)

Carrer del Palau de la Musica 4-6, Sant Pere | Eixample, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
93 295 72 00
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Ranked #1 of 246 attractions in Barcelona
Type: Theatres, Architectural Buildings, Concerts
Activities: Arts and crafts
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: <1 hour
Traveller Description: One has to buy tickets ahead of time to see the Palau de la Musica (palau means palace) Catalana. One can only enter with a group that is guided. One... more »
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Barcelona, Spain
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

I went there on a school visit with students and teachers from four different countries. Although I had been there before to enjoy concerts, the guided tour revealed many aspects that I didn't know about the Palau. Being able to see the looks of the students from other countries made me appreciate it even more. IT is something you don't... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

Or at least that would be what I would do if I were you or if I had the time. Personally I went for the 1 hour tour of the museum which was quite informational and also let us marvel at the insides of this magnificent concert hall.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

We did not take a tour, but bought tickets to flamenco performance there. The building and the concert hall are a treat. Performance was excelent.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Prior to visiting Barcelona, I found a website out of Germany called classictic.com. Through their site, I was able to find different performances by orchestras, soloists and in between at different venues during my stay. For the Palau de la Musica, the orchestra was performing two Concertos by Bach for the first part and then the Four Seasons by Vivaldi.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

Quality of music and gorgeous architecture, within easy walking distance of the hotel. Not too expensive either,

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Barcelona, Spain
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

This incredible building hosts El Palau de la Musica Catalana, where you can assist to diverse concerts and espectacles. The acustic is not good...but who cares that much? Many go to a concert just to have an excuse to enter and visit the theater!

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Vancouver, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

We visited the Palace of Catalan Music on May 22 to watch a performance by guitarist Ekaterina Zaytseva. The doors opened about 30 minutes before showtime and I have never seen more people rushing around taking pictures at any musical event I have been to in my life. The reason, of course, is the stunning architecture of this building. It... More

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Bsalim, Mont-Liban, Lebanon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

Amazing show, amazing performances,the place is outstanding you can go watch the architecture without looking at any show... I suggest everyone to go there!

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

We saw a show in the music palace - wow!! This was one of the most beautiful buildings we have ever seen. The acousics in the hall were also very good. My husband is a retired sound engineer and he also really loved the Spanish guitar concert we saw. Highly recommended!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Gaudi was not the only Modernist architect working in Barcelona. Domenech i Montaner designed this lovely venue which is worth a visit. You can see the outside and entry level of the building for free, but you need to pay for a guided tour to see other parts of the building, in particular the auditorium with beautiful stained glass. Book... More

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