Poble Espanyol de Barcelona Activities for students 2019/2020
New activities! Presentation
This year Poble Espanyol is celebrating its 90th anniversary. Over time, Poble Espanyol has incorporated other Come celebrate it with us! manifestations of culture such as contemporary art, with the Fran Daurel Museum, the Sculpture Garden and the Located in Montjuïc, Barcelona’s main green lung, and Guinovart Space. It has also been modernised with the within walking distance of the Magic Fountain and other new Feeling Spain spaces and the Fiesta multimedia emblematic cultural facilities, Poble Espanyol is one of the installation, where visitors will experience first-hand some city’s major tourist attractions. of the most representative celebrations in Spain.
The enclosure was built in 1929 for the International We propose a unique trip during which you will have Exhibition of Barcelona. It was designed by the renowned the opportunity to carry out an educational activity and Catalan architect Puig i Cadafalch and carried out by the combine it with leisure time to enjoy your stay in Barcelona. architects Francesc Folguera and Ramon Reventós, with Gastronomic workshops to learn about the country’s participation from the art critic Miquel Utrillo and the painter typical recipes, craft workshops to create a personalised Xavier Nogués. Its objective was to represent the essence piece, guided and dramatised tours, are some of the things of the culture of the peoples of Spain in a single space, we have prepared for you to celebrate Poble Espanyol’s including a synthesis of popular architecture and the 90th anniversary with us. typical craftsmanship of the country.
Activities
CRAFTS Contemporary art FLAMENCO GASTRONOMY GUIDED Ceramic painting Discover the Exclusive Paella showcooking Visit workshop Sculpture Garden flamenco show Spanish gastronomy Dramatised Make your own leather Dinner + flamenco workshops key ring show Free Create a design Chocolate with churros on glass flamenco course Personalise a leather bracelet PRACTICE YOUR Enamel workshop: SPANISH! pendant Novelty!
Ceramic painting Workshop
On the occasion of the inauguration of the new ceramic paint and decorate using the dry brush technique. This kiln, we propose a ceramic painting workshop where you technique allows to combine different layers and colours will learn the dry brush technique. to create several textures as a relief. The pieces will measure between 12 and 15 cm and you The potters will demonstrate their craft, show you how can take it home with you the same day. the lathe works and how a ceramic piece is created. Afterwards, you can choose a piece (already fired) to
1h 30m
Minimum 10 people, maximum 15.
Spanish and Catalan. French and English, supplement per language.
The price includes admission to the enclosure and the workshop. The piece made will be ready to take home on the same day of the activity. Novelty!
Make your own leather key ring Workshop
We propose a manual skill activity where you will braid that closes on itself. Then you will practice making combine materials of animal and plant origin. In the braid closure with the help of a 100% natural cotton particular, you will work with different leather threads thread and then you will add the metal ring to hang the to create a key ring and the cotton thread will serve as keys on. its closure. Once the activity is over, we invite you to discover the A facilitator will explain and show you two different craft workshops that are located in the enclosure which braiding techniques. You will make the different braids you can visit for free. combining them with originality until you get a long
1h
Minimum 15 people.
Spanish and Catalan. French and English supplement per language.
The price includes admission to the enclosure and the workshop. The piece made will be ready to take home on the same day of the activity. Create a design on glass Workshop
Barcelona is known for being a modernist city with the design to the piece of glass and, with several many buildings decorated with stained glass windows. special paintings, you will colour the piece, playing with Casa Batlló, the Sagrada Familia and Park Güell are the different luminosities and textures of this old and examples of this architectural style. decorative material.
We propose a workshop to bring out the artist in you, After the workshop you can visit the glass collection in let your imagination fly and create a painted glass piece. the Fran Daurel Museum. You will design a drawing by hand, then you will transfer
1h 30m
Mínimum 15 people.
Spanish and Catalan. French and English supplement per language.
The price includes admission to the enclosure and the workshop. You will be able to take the piece you make home with you on the same day of the activity after a drying time of approximately 1 hour. Personalise a leather bracelet Workshop
We propose a workshop to make a leather bracelet. to give someone a present, or your favourite number... The facilitator will explain the engraving technique on there are endless possibilities! leather, which is done with the help of a hammer and a wooden base. You will finish the workshop by experimenting with the sewing technique and you will sew using a leather You will choose different dyes, some with letters, others thread to decorate the bracelet. And then... it’s time to with numbers to personalise the bracelet, you can show off your bacelet! engrave your name on it, another person’s if you prefer
1h
Mínimum 15 people.
Spanish and Catalan. French and English supplement per lenguage.
The price includes admission to the enclosure and the workshop. The piece made will be ready to take home on the same day of the activity. Enamel Workshop
Hot enamel is a technique used in jewellery to give and stick to the piece that is vitrifying. colour and texture to rings, pendants, bracelets and all kinds of metal accessories made from gold, silver and You should have a think about what design to make on a copper. square copper base. You can combine different glazes and even draw. Afterwards, the pieces will be baked for It is glass powder that is placed on metal, combining 5 minutes and allowed to cool. Finally, you will polish different colours, recreating drawings, creating shapes, them and you will pass the thread as a pendant ... and etc. When the design is ready, the piece is baked then it is ready! through a cooking process that varies depending on the metal, the glazes and the size of the piece, to melt
1h
Minimum 15 people.
Spanish and Catalan. French and English supplement per lenguage.
The price includes admission to the enclosure and the workshop. The piece made will be ready to take home on the same day of the activity. Discover the Sculpture Garden Workshop
One of the pillars of the Poble Espanyol is contemporary Accompanied by a facilitator, you will make a visit art, thanks to the Fran Daurel Museum, the Guinovart to learn the secrets of some of the sculptures, while Space and the Sculpture Garden, located within the you will learn to contemplate and interpret them, enclosure and that include more than 300 works of appreciating their details. art by artists from very diverse disciplines. Specifically, the Sculptural Garden offers 36 sculptures by 27 Later, in the workshop, you will make a small sculpture, contemporary artists made with different techniques, experiencing the pleasure and the courage needed to styles and materials. express emotions and feelings.
1h 45m
Minimum 20 people.
Spanish, Catalan and French. English supplement per lenguage.
The price includes admission to the enclosure, the visit and the workshop. You will be able to take the piece home with you on the same day of the activity. Exclusive flamenco show Show
this renowned venue is now located. Gastronomy and art come together in this activity With capacity for 150 people, the Tablao recreates an offered by the Tablao de Carmen in Poble Espanyol. intimate atmosphere that enables an exceptional and This emblematic venue has offered flamenco shows in unique approach with the artists. its purest essence since 1988. With a cast of four professionals - a singer, a guitarist El Tablao de Carmen takes its name from the famous and two dancers - students will be able to enjoy this art international flamenco dancer Carmen Amaya (1918- that is part of the cultural DNA of southern Spain. The 1963), who had performed on some occasions where activity is offered exclusively for students, who can also have a drink or lunch/dinner while enjoying the show.
30m
Minimum 30 people.
The price includes admission to the enclosure, the show and a drink. There is a dinner option (check). Dinner + flamenco show Show
El Tablao de Carmen has offered flamenco shows in With capacity for 150 people, the Tablao recreates an its purest essence since 1988. The artistic proposal intimate atmosphere that enables an exceptional and is completed with the possibility of enjoying a menu unique approach with the artists. that includes typical dishes from southern Spain, specifically Andalusia. We offer a unique dinner with which you will experience the essence of flamenco and Andalusian gastronomy... This emblematic establishment takes its name from What better way to experience the culture of the South! the famous international dancer Carmen Amaya (1918- 1963), who had performed on some occasions in the 1st group: opening 18:00 - show 18:45 same place where the renowned venue is now located. 2nd group: opening 20:30 - show 21:15
Show: 45m
Mínimum 15 people.
The price includes admission to the venue, the show and the meal. Flamenco course Activity
Do you know about flamenco? It is a millenary art that emanate from this art. Hand-claps and dance define has its origin in the southern shore of the Mediterranean, this activity offered by the Tablao de Carmen in Poble especially in Andalusia. Espanyol. You will learn the basic steps of the dance and you will do a hand-clapping and arm movement We suggest that you delve into the exciting world of course following the rhythms and basic beats of this flamenco, to become dancers and hand-clappers, style from the south of Spain and known around the feeling the indescribable energy and magic that world.
30m
Mínimum 30 people.
Spanish, Catalan, English and French.
The price includes admission to the enclosure, the show and a drink. There is a dinner option. Paella showcooking Workshop
Paella is authentic Spanish food, specifically from the 1. Paella workshop Mediterranean area, and known throughout the world. Accompanied by the chef and following his/her There are many variants, all of them compatible with instructions, you will participate in making a paella, and a healthy and balanced diet. There is seafood paella, then subsequently taste it. vegetarian paella, seafood and meat paella, Valencian paella... What will your favourite be? 2. Paella workshop + lunch The restaurants offer the possibility of completing the workshop so that the activity serves as lunch and/or dinner.
1h aprox.
Minimum 20 people.
Spanish and Catalan. Check supplement per lenguage.
The price includes admission to the enclosure and the workshop. Spanish gastronomy Workshop
Spanish cuisine is internationally recognised for its typical recipe of Spanish gastronomy. quality and variety. If you are interested in this field, we offer different options: 3. Workshop for making calçots: The calçot is a very typical onion variety from Catalonia that is grilled 1. Complete tasting menu: The Cookiteca offers the and eaten with the hands bathed in a special sauce. possibility of preparing a traditional Spanish menu in a In many Catalan towns popular festivals dedicated to modern, fully equipped and safe kitchen. Afterwards, this product are take place. The restaurant La Foixarda you can taste the dishes. offers you a workshop dedicated to calçots. Water and dessert included. 2. Tapas tasting menu: In the restaurant La Foixarda and in the Cookiteca you can prepare and taste this 4. Aged meat workshop: Guided by La Foixarda’s chef, you will learn the secrets of preparing the meat and then you will taste it. Water and dessert included. From 1h
Mínimum 20 people.
Spanish, Catalan and English. French supplement per lenguage.
The price includes admission to the enclosure and the workshop. Chocolate with churros
Try chocolate with churros! This is perhaps one of the chocolate, which results in a delicious combination of most traditional breakfast or snack options in Spain. flavours. That’s why we suggest enjoying a good cup It is a typical combination of Spanish cuisine native of hot chocolate with churros, before or after your visit to Madrid that emerged at the beginning of the 19th and/or activity at Poble Espanyol... Because food is century. also culture!
Churros are a flour paste, which is fried and powdered with sugar. The tradition is to bathe them in melted
Free
The price includes the admission to the enclosure and the churros with chocolate. Guided visit
Poble Espanyol was inaugurated in 1929 on the built and you will discover the cultural, architectural, occasion of the International Exhibition of Barcelona. It gastronomic and landscape diversity of Spain in a was planned to be in operation only for the months that single town. A town full of surprises, because you’ll the exhibition would take place, but it was so successful have the opportunity to walk through its streets and that it was decided to keep it going ... and this year it is squares while you admire the work of artisans, feel the celebrating its 90th anniversary! Come and discover it! emotion of the Spanish popular festivities within the Fiesta space, observe the works of universal artists Accompanied by a guide, for one hour you will learn such as Picasso, Dalí or Miró... In short... The magic of about the history and the anecdotes of how it was Spain all in one place!
1h
Minimum 20 people.
Spanish, Catalan, English, French, Italian and German.
The price includes the admission to the enclosure and the visit. Dramatised visit
Do you dare to go on a different kind of tour tour? guide. Would you be a good leader? We propose you a very original and unique visit to Let yourself be accompanied by this peculiar and funny the Poble Espanyol that will surely not leave anyone character, who will explain the anecdotes, secrets and indifferent ... You will have to wait for the guide, but the most unknown legends of Poble Espanyol to you. when he/she does not turn up, an actor dressed up as Prepare to laugh, sing and take part while you discover a Poble Espanyol worker will offer to be the group’s the most beautiful corners of this emblematic space in Barcelona. Fun is guaranteed!
1h
Minimum 20 people.
Spanish, Catalan, English and French.
The price includes admission to the enclosure and the visit. Free visit
Do you want to discover Poble Espanyol at your own artisan workshops in which professionals of different pace? Located in Montjuïc and surrounded by nature, generations and disciplines work making exclusive Poble Espanyol is a unique enclosure that shows the pieces; the Fiesta space, a spectacular multimedia cultural diversity of Spain in a single outdoor space that, installation where you will experience the emotion of in addition, is closed to traffic. the most important Spanish popular festivals; the giant slides; the terraces, bars and restaurants scattered Enjoy a pleasant walk through all its facilities: a throughout the enclosure and even a wooded picnic museum of contemporary art with works by Picasso, area. Everything is possible at Poble! Dalí or Miró among other great artists; more than 15
Free
The price includes admission to the enclosure and the visit. QUERIES AND BOOKINGS
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