Overview
Discover Gaudi’s most famous work – and the most visited monument in all of Spain – with this skip-the-line, guided tour of the Sagrada Familia. Your expert, English-speaking guide will take you inside not only the basilica but also the mind of Antoni Gaudi, sharing amazing stories of Barcelona’s most iconic landmark.
Gaze up toward the soaring bell towers, marvel at the intricate facades, and explore the interior of the magical and still unfinished treasure.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Access to Towers (if 'With Towers' option is selected)
Skip-the-Line Entry to Sagrada Família
Expert, English-speaking tour guide
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meeting Point is in front of the Picasso Bar, in C/ de Mallorca, 422, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
Arriving by metro: Take the Metro (Lines 2 and 5) and get off at the stop "Sagrada Familia".
End point
Conclusion Point: Sagrada Familia
Good to know
• Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure.
• Our City Wonders guides will have a City Wonders sign at the meeting point for easy recognition.
• This tour involves a fair amount of walking and stairs; comfortable shoes are recommended.
• We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance.
• Entrance into the Sagrada Familia requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. City Wonders cannot be held responsible for refused entry due to improper dress.
• The organisation reserves the right to alter itineraries or close off areas of the basilica for reasons of safety, restoration, maintenance, adverse weather conditions or occasional events.
• We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions.
Please note that you will not be permitted on the tour with any of the following items:
- See-through clothing
- Trousers and skirts shorter than mid-thigh
- Swimwear
- Clothing to celebrate any sort of festivities, nor with any decorations designed to distract or draw attention for artistic, religious, promotional or any other purposes
- Weapons or sharp objects
- Strollers or Baby strollers
- Luggage or large bags /tripods/umbrellas/backpacks
- Drinks
Disclaimer:
• *With Towers*: This is a physically challenging tour that involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. For this reason, we do not recommend this tour for customers with health conditions and recommend comfortable shoes for all guests.
The visit to the tower is not suitable for people who suffer from vertigo, and for safety reasons, towers are not accessible to children under 6 years old.
• Please note that the lift is only available to ascend to the top of the tower, for the descent you will have to use the stairs.
What to expect
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Barcelona
Today, it’s the most visited building in Spain. Your English-speaking local guide, an expert in all things Gaudí, will share insider stories and anecdotes throughout your tour, truly bringing this iconic building to life.
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Basilica de la Sagrada Familia
1 hour
Your guide will share tales of Gaudí’s love affair with his final work, how he considered the project his personal holy mission, and the great personal sacrifices he made to ensure its completion. Sadly, he would not live to see it finished. Such was the complexity of the design that despite taking on the project when he was just 31 years old.
With “skip the line” access you will be whisked past the long entrance lines and straight into the heart of the Basilica. You’ll feel as though you have stepped into an alternate universe. Step through a heavy set of doors covered in hand-carved vines and find yourself beneath rows and rows of tree-like pillars that seem to reach up all the way to the heavens. Construction is famously ongoing and not estimated to be completed until 2026, and witnessing the this work-in-progress make us feel like we're part of history in the making. -
1 hour
Upgrade option include a pre-booked ticket to the top of one of the towers, with impressive views of the Barcelona and the basilica itself below.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Madrid).
Additional Information
- Please note that we cannot guarantee which of the two Towers will be visited on the day of the tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Sagrada Familia Guided Tour with Optional Tower Upgrade
Can I cancel Sagrada Familia Guided Tour with Optional Tower Upgrade for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour 15 min.
Where does it start?
Meeting Point is in front of the Picasso Bar, in C/ de Mallorca, 422, 08013 Barcelona, Spain Arriving by metro: Take the Metro (Lines 2 and 5) and get off…
What's included?
- Access to Towers (if 'With Towers' option is selected)
- Skip-the-Line Entry to Sagrada Família
- Expert, English-speaking tour guide
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by City Wonders Ltd
