Avoid the lines at Barcelona’s most iconic monument on a tour of the Sagrada Familia Basilica. See Gaudi´s work from the inside and enjoy panoramic city views from one of the towers.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Private or small groups available
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 1.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English
Experience
Highlights
- Explore one of the world’s most iconic monuments with a specialist guide
- Enjoy access to one of the towers and see Gaudi´s work behind the scenes
- Learn about Gaudi’s symbolism and the Christian iconography
Full description
Take a guided tour of La Sagrada Familia cathedral with an expert guide, and marvel at Barcelona’s most iconic landmark in the soft light of the morning.
On this tour you’ll admire the artwork of Gaudi. Striking for its architectural features and art, the Sagrada Familia is legendary. It was the all-consuming obsession of the modernist architect, Antoni Gaudi. His work on the building began in 1882 and remains unfinished.
During the tour your guide will point out the contrasting nativity and passion façades. You’ll also learn about the symbolism and representations of the Holy Family as an expression of Christian ideology, constructed in stone.
Note the Christian iconography as you hear about the history of the church. See the angled pillars sprouting like a web of tree branches, holding up the roof.
Below the ground is the Museu Gaudi, where you’ll find documentation about Gaudi’s life and work. There is also a crypt where masses are held, and a viewing platform above the burial site of the architect.
Includes
- Fast-track admission ticket
- Tour with an expert guide
- Access to one of the Towers of the Sagrada Familia
- Private tour (if option chosen)
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Optional tips
Not suitable for
- Children under 6 years
- People with mobility impairments
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Date
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Meeting point
Meeting point varies depending on option booked.
Important information
Not allowed
- Shorts
- Luggage or large bags
- Short skirts
- Sleeveless shirts
Know before you go
- Children under 6-years-old are not allowed access to the tower, even if accompanied by an adult
- This is a bilingual tour in English and Spanish
- The tower may be closed in weather conditions such as rain or wind
- To go up the tower, you will use an elevator but to go down, you will need to use the stairs
- You will have access only to one tower. The monument decides which tower will be open to visiting depending on the day and the construction works
- The guided tour takes 90 minutes, then you can go up the tower on your own, which takes around 30 minutes
- Please note, Sagrada Familia regulations state that children under the age of 11 will not receive a headset to listen to the guide
