Modernist Tour of Sant Benet Monastery

On this modernist tour of the Sant Benet Monastery, you will explore the former residence of painter Ramon Casas and learn about the history of this monastery turned summer house for the Catalan bourgeoisie.

Modernist Tour of Sant Benet Monastery

At the scheduled time, proceed to the reception of the Sant Benet Monastery (Món Sant Benet) to collect your audio guide, which provides insights into the summer residence of Ramon Casas.

During this sensory tour, you will journey through the rooms of Sant Benet Monastery, now a summer house for the Catalan bourgeoisie. This experience is designed for art enthusiasts.

You will immerse yourself in the summer of 1924 to explore the lifestyle of the bourgeoisie. Throughout the tour, you will witness creative installations including music, lights, and projections, revealing the events that occurred in this monastery.

Discover the hidden stories of this 1,000-year-old monastery, including the painter's romance with lottery seller Julia Peraire. Experience the rich history of this unique site firsthand.

The tour lasts one hour, concluding back at the entrance of the Monastery of Sant Benet.

Hours

The modernist experience at the Sant Benet Monastery is available during the following hours:

August 1-31 (Tuesday - Friday): 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm, 4 pm, and 5 pmSaturdays (all year round): 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm, 4 pm, and 5 pmSundays (all year round): 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 1:30 pm