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La Sagrada Familia is Antoni Gaudí’s most famous work, his magnum opus. If you’re in Barcelona you can’t miss it.
Tickets & Prices
The Sagrada Familia is Barcelona’s most visited tourist attraction: over 3 million people visit the famous basilica every year.
To avoid the long waiting lines, it’s recommended to buy your tickets online. You’ll get them by email, and you can show the ticket on your smartphone to skip the line at the entrance.
Sagrada Familia tickets come in four types: adults, teens, children, and seniors. Children under 10 enjoy free entry.
Audioguides are available in 17 languages. For the guided tour, you’ll be accompanied by a live guide in English.
Note: You can cancel or reschedule your booking up to 48 hours before your visit.
Special Offer: The Gaudí Bundle
If you’re planning to visit the Sagrada Familia and Park Güell, get The Gaudí Bundle for maximum convenience. The Gaudí Bundle includes access to both attractions as well as many other exclusive features.
Opening hours
Here’s when you can visit, depending on the time of year:
| Period | Days | Opening Hours |
|---|---|---|
| November – February | Monday – Saturday | 9.00 am – 6.00 pm |
| Sunday | 10.30 am – 6.00 pm | |
| March & October | Monday – Friday | 9.00 am – 7.00 pm |
| Saturday | 9.00 am – 6.00 pm | |
| Sunday | 10.30 am – 7.00 pm | |
| April – September | Monday – Friday | 9.00 am – 8.00 pm |
| Saturday | 9.00 am – 6.00 pm | |
| Sunday | 10.30 am – 8.00 pm | |
| Special Days | 25 & 26 December | 9.00 am – 2.00 pm |
| 1 & 6 January | 9.00 am – 2.00 pm |
Opening hours may change due to events inside the basilica.
Due to the high number of visitors, the Sagrada Familia functions with time slots. When you buy your ticket you’ll be asked to choose a date and time for your visit. Don’t worry, once you’re inside you can stay as long as you want.
What to see and do
Sagrada Familia tickets give you access to the following areas:
The Basilica
The central nave is magnificent to behold. Ornately decorated, it is hard to find straight lines anywhere in it due to Gaudí’s preference for organic forms, inspired by nature.
The richness and intricacy of the decorations is enhanced even further by the bright colored light that streams through the elaborate stained glass panels at each end.
The Towers
Get a stunning view of Barcelona by climbing the towers of the Sagrada Familia. Gaudí planned for 18 towers, and 9 are built so far. The view from the top is amazing, but you’ll need a special ticket with tower access. An elevator takes you up, and the view is unforgettable.
Tip: There’s a lift to go up, but you have to walk down. The windows on the way down give you great views of the city and the Sagrada Familia.
The Museum
The Sagrada Familia museum can be found in the semi-basement under the Passion facade, it occupies the space Gaudí’s old workshop and contains a collection of drawings, plaster models, and plans for the construction of the temple. An interesting look into the origins of the Sagrada Familia.
The Shop
After exploring the magnificent temple, pause for a moment at the shop if you want to take home a memento. You’ll find all the typical items as well as some more interesting ones like prints of Gaudí’s design sketches and books on the temple and on Gaudí’s architecture.
Did you know that: (3 Interesting Facts!)
- Contrary to popular belief, La Sagrada Familia isn’t a cathedral, It is actually a basilica.
- Construction began in 1882 and continues today, making it one of the longest ongoing construction projects in the world.
- When it is completed, it will be the tallest church building in the world at 172 meters in height.
Pictures
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nadtochiy/DepositphotosHistory
1882
Architect Paula del Villar starts work on the church with a traditional design.
1883
Antoni Gaudí takes over and completely reimagines the project with his signature style, and he keeps working on it for the next 43 years.
1926
Gaudí passes away, leaving the church unfinished. Only a small part is complete, but his vision sets the tone for everything that follows.
1930
The first part of the church is officially finished, 4 years after Gaudí’s death.
1936 – 1939
During the Spanish Civil War, parts of the church are damaged and some of Gaudí’s plans are lost.
1950s – 2000s
Work continues slowly over the years, following Gaudí’s vision as closely as possible.
Present day
The Sagrada Família is still being built, but it’s already a working church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the most visited places in the world.
Map & Address (Location)
Sagrada Familia
Eixample, 08013 Barcelona, Spain · Google Maps
How to get there
🚇 Metro: Take L2 or L5 to Sagrada Família station.
🚌 Bus: Take bus 19, 33, 34, D50, H10, or B24.
🚶Entrances:
- Individual visitors: Use the main entrance at the Nativity Façade, on Carrer de la Marina.
- Groups: Enter through the group entrance, also on Carrer de la Marina.