
El Poblenou, Barcelona
Contemporary architecture in Poblenou
Get away from Gaudí with a meander through the modern architecture of Barcelona with in-the-know insiders Brian and Suzanne.
On this specialist architecture experience, you’ll explore an area of the city that’s still in development, wandering past contemporary skyscrapers, urban projects and sympathetic restorations as you chat about the future of Barcelona’s urban planning and trends in modern architecture.

Your insider
Suzanne Wales and Brian Gallagher
Writer and architect, respectively
Freelance writer, editor and consultant Suzanne Wales has lived in Barcelona for two decades and worked with architecture and design firms and publications, including Dwell, Metropolis and Wallpaper*. Registered architect Brian Gallagher is the co-founder of Barcelona-based magazine and online platform B-Guided. He has experience as a lecturer and writes for companies in the design sector, including Roca, Gandiablasco, Vibia and Enea.
Skyscrapers, urban parks, modern developments and more – learn about the present and future of Barcelona’s architecture
- Duration
- 2 hours and 30 minutes
- Start Time
- Tours run between the hours of 09:00 and 18:00
- Booking
- Call our travel specialists 24/7 on 1 800 464 2040 or contact us to find availability
- Experience location
- You’ll be meeting Suzanne and Brian at the Museu del Disseny de Barcelona; we’ll send you the details in your confirmation.