Statue of Gaudí at Gaudí Experience

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G Experiència

Barcelona


A fun-filled Disney-style look at the life and work of Barcelona's favourite son Gaudí, just a stone's throw from Park Güell. There are models of Gaudí's buildings and whizz-bang interactive exhibits and touchscreens (in multiple languages), but the highlight is the stomach-churning 4D augmented reality experience in a tiny screening room with moving chairs (not recommended for children under six or anyone with back or heart issues).

Transportation

  • metro: Lesseps

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