Which Barcelona neighborhood contains the Güell Pavilions?

The Güell Pavilions are in Pedralbes, a Barcelona neighbourhood within the Les Corts district. The complex occupies part of the former Güell estate near the present-day Palau Reial de Pedralbes.

Eusebi Güell commissioned Antoni Gaudí to remodel the estate and design its entrance buildings. The work was carried out between 1884 and 1887, when Pedralbes was still associated with the separate municipality and district of Sarrià. The complex served the estate rather than functioning as a conventional city residence.

The pavilions include gatehouses, a stable and a longeing ring. Gaudí used brickwork, coloured glass, ceramic decoration and inventive roof forms, including the famous dragon sculpture on the main entrance gate. He also designed elements of the surrounding gardens, including fountains and a pergola.

Pedralbes can be confused with Gràcia or Eixample because all three are strongly associated with Barcelona architecture. The Güell Pavilions, however, are in the city’s western area, in a neighbourhood known for grand residences, gardens and the historic royal palace grounds. The site was declared a national historic and artistic monument in 1969.