Spaces with soul that whisper their stories
Barcelona hides extraordinary corners beyond its celebrated landmarks. Tucked away are residences, palaces and cultural venues of immense historic and artistic value—places that remain largely off the conventional tourist trail. From Hotel Continental we invite you to explore one of the city’s most rewarding cultural experiences: Cases Singulars, a project that opens the doors of these hidden gems.
Our own singular treasure: Hotel Continental?Palacete
We like to begin with a house we know best—our Hotel Continental Palacete, set on elegant Rambla de Catalunya at the corner of Carrer de la Diputació.
If you would like to visit and learn about the hotel’s history, artistic wealth and unique architecture, keep an eye on our blog. Each year the Barcelona Hotel Guild’s “Rutes Hotels Monument” program includes a guided tour of the Hotel Continental Palacete.
“Cases Singulars”: a gift for lovers of history, architecture and heritage
Founded by Isabel Vallès Audouard and Laura Pastor Durán, Cases?Singulars was created to reveal Barcelona’s soul through small group guided visits to emblematic buildings that are usually closed to the public or unfamiliar to most visitors.
Tours are led by experts who illuminate the historical, artistic and human richness of each house. You don’t just admire façades—you step into the lives of the families who lived there, the architects who designed them and the social context in which they were built.
Eleven singular houses you can visit
Cases?Singulars currently offers access to eleven remarkable sites:
- Ateneu Barcelonès – A cultural centre with more than 150 years of history.
- Biblioteca Pública Arús – Renowned for its collections on the workers’ movement, freemasonry and Sherlock?Holmes.
- Casa Museo Amatller – A Modernista jewel beside the famed Casa?Batlló.
- Palauet Rocamora – A mansion on Passeig de Gràcia with a rich art and furniture collection.
- Col·legi d’Arquitectes de Catalunya (COAC) – Notable for its professional significance and Picasso friezes.
- Espai Subirachs – Former studio of sculptor Josep Maria Subirachs, linked to the Sagrada Família.
- Palau Baró de Quadras – An eclectic Modernista work by Puig i Cadafalch.
- Palauet Casades – Headquarters of the Barcelona Bar Association.
- Pavelló Mies van der Rohe – An icon of modern architecture.
- Reial Acadèmia de Belles Arts de Sant Jordi – Founded in the eighteenth century, home to a significant art collection.
- Torre Bellesguard – A lesser known Gaudí masterpiece that blends modernisme and neogothic styles.
Special summer activities
Cases Singulars goes beyond conventional visits. During the summer, it offers experiences tailored to different audiences and times of day, so you can enjoy each house from a fresh perspective.
Summer evenings with charm
Twilight tours reveal these spaces in a softer light and a more intimate atmosphere, weaving together history, art and delightful anecdotes. Many evenings conclude with chamber concerts, tastings or other surprises that enrich the experience.
Palatial dreams
Some venues are genuine urban palaces—Palauet Casades, Palauet Rocamora, Palau Baró de Quadras and Palau Savassona—where you sense the elegance of nineteenth and early twentieth century high society.
Family fun at Casa?Amatller
Travelling with children? On Sundays at 11?h the Casa Museo Amatller hosts a family friendly treasure hunt for hidden animals in its décor, geared to ages 4–10. Along the way kids learn about the Amatller family and their love of chocolate—and everyone tastes a sweet treat at the end.
A cultural way to see the city from a new angle
Cases Singulars offers a slow, enriching alternative for visitors who have already seen the headline monuments and want to delve deeper into Barcelona’s living history. It is ideal for anyone who values cultural tourism, architectural heritage and high quality experiences.
From centrally located Hotel Continental, every tour is within easy reach, and our team will gladly assist with extra information or reservations.
You can also secure your tickets directly at the Cases Singulars website.
Are you ready to uncover Barcelona’s hidden soul?
