Enjoy skip-the-line access to Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia. Explore Gaudí’s masterpiece on a guided tour and uncover its history, architecture, and hidden symbols with a local expert.
Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Priority Access & Guided Tour
Summary Description
Highlights
- Enter the Sagrada Familia with fast-track access
- Discover Gaudí’s visionary design from an expert English-speaking guide
- Walk beneath tree-like pillars and marvel at kaleidoscopic stained-glass light
- Hear the intimate story of Gaudí’s devotion to this architectural wonder
- Enjoy a small-group experience for a more personal and engaging tour
Description
Avoid long queues and step straight into the Sagrada Familia—Barcelona’s most iconic monument. With fast-track access and a passionate local guide, you’ll unlock the secrets of Antoni Gaudí’s most daring creation.
Start by learning the backstory of this still-unfinished basilica, which began construction in 1882. As you explore, discover how nature inspired every element of Gaudí’s masterpiece, from its forest-like columns to its organic curves.
Listen through a provided headset as your guide narrates the basilica’s journey from humble beginnings to a UNESCO World Heritage Site, still under construction today with an expected completion in 2030.
Step through vine-engraved doors and gaze up at a ceiling that mimics a canopy of trees. Watch as sunlight dances through vibrant stained-glass windows—an effect Gaudí designed to mimic the divine.
Understand the profound spiritual symbolism in every design element. Learn about Gaudí’s personal devotion and the sacrifices he made to bring his vision to life. This tour reveals the Sagrada Familia not just as a landmark—but as a living story still unfolding.
Included / Excluded
- Sagrada Familia skip-the-line ticket
- Guided tour with an expert English-speaking guide
- Headsets for groups of 9+ to ensure you hear clearly
- Small group experience (option dependent)
- Access to the Towers
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Tips (optional)
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Picasso (bar), in C/ de Mallorca, 422, 08013 Barcelona, Spagna , Barcelona, ES
Start Location Notes: Picasso (bar), in C/ de Mallorca, 422, 08013 Barcelona, Spagna
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- • In order to comply with legal regulations, entrance to the basilica and its areas is according to safety and conservation conditions. The organization reserves the right to alter itineraries or close off areas of the basilica for reasons of safety, restoration, maintenance, or adverse weather conditions
- • There is airport-style security to enter the Sagrada Familia. Do not bring liquids and sharp items. Only very small bags are allowed
- • Entrance to the Sagrada Familia is subject to a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders must be covered and City Wonders cannot be held responsible for refused entry.
- • In order to comply with legal regulations, entrance to the basilica and its areas is according to safety and conservation conditions. The organization reserves the right to alter itineraries or close off areas of the basilica for reasons of safety, restoration, maintenance, or adverse weather conditions
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: On tours canceled more than 24 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are happy to offer our customers a credit voucher for the full value of the tour. Tours cannot be canceled with less than 24 hours notice. We are unable to provide compensation for cancelations with the 24 hour window prior to your tour departure, nor can tour dates or times be amended. Bookings made with the 24 hour window are final.
Options and Pricing
| Sagrada Familia Guided Tour with Reserved Access | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (13 - 99 years) | $50.00 |
Points of interest
Additional Information
Not wheelchair accessible. Not for anyone with impairments requiring special assistance. Also, we are unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours. Entrance into the Sagrada Familia requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
About operator:
Created for travel enthusiasts with inquisitive minds, City Wonders is a global tour operator specializing in exclusive and expert tours throughout Italy, France, Spain and the UK. Its intimate tours and day trips invite travelers to go beyond sightseeing, bringing the wonders of each destination to life through behind-the-scene experiences. All City Wonders tours are guided by local experts that know the ins and outs of their city.
Basic Information
- Duration: 1.2 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Max Group Size: 20
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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