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Casa Botines, León

5 Plaza de San Marcelo, León, Castilla y León

Description

The Casa Botines is a Modernist building designed by Antoni Gaudí and constructed in the 1890's in León, during the same period that the artist was working on the Episcopal Palace of Astorga. Gaudí blended medieval and neo-Gothic elements in the structure that comprises a basement, four floors and an attic. Today, it houses a museum dedicated to Gaudi, the history of the building itself, Spanish paintings since the 19th century, and the recreation of a 19th century apartment.

Access & Transport

The building is located in the city centre, between Plaza de Santo Domingo and Plaza Cid. Buses L8, L11, M1, M3, M12 stop on Plaza de Sano Domingo and the train station is 8mins walk away.

Instructions & Recommendations

The Attic and turret can only be visited as part of the guided tour. Nearby attractions include the Cathedral, the Barrio Humedo and Plaza del Grano, and the Basílica de San Isidoro de León.

Meta review

A surprising number of fake reviews for this attraction that draws mixed comments; fans of architecture should really enjoy it, but those already fairly acquainted with the works of Gaudí may not be really impressed past the façade. The interior has a few interesting sections such as some Goya sketches but nothing really special, apparently. Some positive comments about the guided visits but most of them seem planted, so hard to tell.

Environmental & Social

We deem this attraction environmentally neutral (repurposed building). Part of the city's architectural heritage.

Conclusion

Casa Botines is worth a few pictures but if it did not have Gaudi's signature it would not draw many people inside. Best for residents with art or architecture inclinations and those with 3 days or more in the city.

Key positive

Visually interesting façade

Key negative

Content is underwhelming

Suitability

Described as accessible for wheelchair users

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
The hours on the website conflict with other sources. Unclear is the weekly closure is Tue or Wed

av. transport time:0h 15m

est. visit time:1h 15m

Regulated hours

Monday10:00 - 19:00

Tuesday -

Wednesday10:00 - 19:00

Thursday10:00 - 19:00

Friday10:00 - 20:00

Saturday10:00 - 20:00

Sunday10:00 - 19:00

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
€7
Adult
12 - 64
€9
Child
7 - 11
€7
Infant
0 - 6
€0
Price for the self-guided visit. Price for guided visit is 12€

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