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Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Tour & Optional Tower Visit

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Avoid the lines at Barcelona’s most iconic monument on a guided tour of the Sagrada Familia. Marvel at Gaudí´s work and admire the impressive views of the city from one of the towers of the basilica.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Skip the line
    Get priority entry.
  • Private tour
    Avoid crowds with an exclusive experience. (depends on selected option)
  • Live guiding
    English, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    1.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Fast-track admission ticket to the Sagrada Familia
    • Professional local guide
    • Guided visit
    • Live commentary in English
    • Headset to hear the guide better
    • Access to one of the towers of the basilica (if the option is chosen)
    • Private tour (if the option is chosen)
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Additional expenses like tips or souvenirs
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Witness the spellbinding interior of Barcelona's Sagrada Familia
  • Learn about the history of this unfinished church
  • Discover the meaning behind Gaudí’s symbolism and iconography
  • Admire sweeping views of Barcelona from one of the towers
  • Visit Museum Gaudí and understand the life and legacy of the artist

Description

Take a fully guided tour of La Sagrada Familia Basilica accompanied by your guide. Learn about Barcelona’s most iconic landmark and admire Gaudí's unfinished masterpiece.

Meet your guide and begin your tour of this world-famous site, which started at the end of the 19th century. Striking for its architectural features and art, the Sagrada Familia became Gaudí's all-consuming obsession.
Learn about this site's history, Christian iconography and symbolism, and the contrast between the different façades. Also visit the Museum Gaudí, located underneath the basilica.
At the museum, learn about Gaudí's life and work, visit the crypt where masses are held, and visit the viewing platform above Gaudí's burial site. Also, enjoy access to one of the towers of the Sagrada Familia to take in panoramic views of Barcelona.

Good to know before you go
  • Children under 6 years old are not allowed access to the tower, even if accompanied by an adult
  • The tower may be closed according to the weather conditions such as rain or wind
  • To go up the tower, you will use an elevator but to go down, you will use the stairs
  • You will have access only to one tower. It is the monument that decides which tower will be opened for visiting, depending on the day and the construction works
  • During poor weather conditions such as rain or wind, the towers may not be accessible
  • The guided tour lasts 90 minutes, then you can go up the tower on your own, which takes around 30 minutes
  • Please note, that Sagrada Familia regulations state that children under the age of 11 will not receive a headset to listen to the guide
  • Keep in mind that there are queues to access Sagrada Familia due to security checks
  • Kindly note that children's ID may be required, so please bring it with you
Meeting point

Daytime Sagrada Familia Guided Tour without Tower Access

Evening Light Guided Tour without Tower Access

Early Access to Sagrada Familia without Tower Access

Sagrada Familia English Guided Tour with Tower Access

Private Tour

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What does the 'skip the line' ticket mean?
'Skip the line' tickets provide the fastest possible entry with no or very little queuing.
4. What is a private tour?
Private tours offer more advantages and benefits than regular tours. You will have your own private guide for the duration of the tour. You can also customize the itinerary to your specific interests and needs.
5. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
6. How long will it take to finish the construction of the Sagrada Familia?
Construction of the Sagrada Familia began in 1882 and is expected to be completed in 2026, the centenary of Gaudí's death.
7. How many towers does the Sagrada Familia have?
The Sagrada Familia has 18 towers, 12 of which are dedicated to the 12 apostles, 4 to the evangelists, 1 to the Virgin Mary, and 1 to Jesus Christ.
8. Who designed the Sagrada Familia?
The original architect of the Sagrada Familia was Francisco de Paula del Villar y Lozano, but the majority of the work was completed by Antoni Gaudí.
9. What is the height of the tallest tower of the Sagrada Familia?
The tallest tower of the Sagrada Familia is the Tower of Jesus Christ, which is 172.5 meters tall.
10. When did construction on the Sagrada Familia begin?
Construction of the Sagrada Familia began on March 19, 1882.
11. Why is the Sagrada Familia still incomplete?
Construction of the Sagrada Familia has been delayed due to a number of factors, including the Spanish Civil War, financial problems, and Gaudí's death in 1926.
12. How much did it cost to build the Sagrada Familia?
The cost of construction of the Sagrada Familia is estimated to be around 4.5 billion euros.
13. How many people can fit inside the Sagrada Familia?
The Sagrada Familia can accommodate up to 13,000 people.
14. What is the meaning of the name Sagrada Familia?
The name Sagrada Familia is Spanish for "Holy Family."
15. What is the address of the Sagrada Familia?
The address of the Sagrada Familia is Carrer de Mallorca, 401, 08013 Barcelona, Spain.
  • Adults
    11-99 years
  • Children
    4-10 years
  • Infants
    0-3 years
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