Casa Milà vs Casa Batlló: A Comparative Guide

Both houses delight the boulevard yet differ in material and mood.

Pedrera (Casa Milà)

• Stone waves, iron kelp, courtyards as lungs.
• Rooftop guardians and spiral drums.

Batlló (Casa Batlló)

• Ceramic scales, trencadís mosaics, dragon spine roof.
• Color dominates; interiors are luminous.

Choosing Your Route

• If you love structure: see Pedrera first.
• If you love color: start with Batlló.
• Ideally: visit both to grasp Gaudí’s range.