Unusual Catholic church in the Art Nouveau style, which is built according to a unique project of the famous Antonio Gaudi. The building is still being built solely on the donations of everyone. “La Sagrada Falimia” is considered one of the most visited attractions in the world, guests of Barcelona stand in line for hours to climb the bell tower or explore the intricate interiors.
Address:
Carrer de Mallorca, 401, Barcelona
Phone:
+34 932 08 04 14
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11.12.23
Opeoluwa
Absolutely beautiful architecture. Cultural and picturesque in spectacular ways.
Would recommend downloading the app for the audio tour. Helps gain good insights into the rich history.
Definitely had an amazing time.
10.12.23
Vishesh
Its different. Architecture like food is very subjective to personal choice and I didn't find this beautiful in first. The style is definitely quite intriguing and grand.
The best part is that the construction is still going on and was never st.. Read more »opped. I found the 26€ ticket quite expensive for this place however it is said that the construction is getting funded by this money so it's reasonable.
The extensive security arrangements for this place were beyond understandable.
09.12.23
Sky
The ticket is expensive but it's worth visiting.
It's hard to describe by words, you have to see it.
Naturally tears came up to be here.
The sound guide by the app was great.
We had 1.5 hour but I recommend booking your ticket with a bit mo.. Read more »re time, I was in rush at the end and couldn't see the museum part.
Wonderful asset in this town.
21.11.23
Prof.Janki
What a Marvelous place it is..!!
Perfect description designed with architecture,art , engineering and spirituality..!!
The upper portion is still under construction (will complete it in 2035).
One of the most amazing buildings in the world.
Truly Ico.. Read more »nic architecture in Barcelona.
This project is a masterpiece of construction and architectural design.
Every design and situation is meaningful.
They have put one mirror in the center in which u can see the whole upper design and u feel like a sprinkler of water in the river.
Book ur tickets in advance.Audio guide available for 45-60 min.
Definitely worth a visit..!!
Fully crowded place..!!
Kindly take care of pick pocketing🙂
10.11.23
Alvin
One of the most beautiful place I ever visited. The colour glasses windows and architecture style amazed me. I wish to have more time to spend here. If have time spending around to enjoy the different angle of this beautiful wonder. I’ll visit .. Read more »again definitely when it completed another tower. Buy ticket in advanced is recommended.
17.09.23
CRISTI
A must visit for first-time visits to Barcelona, amazing views inside and outside of this church. The windows artwork is mesmerizing. You should choose a relatively sunny day to enjoy the lights and colours throughout the basilica. Try to reserve the.. Read more » tickets early and plan your trip ahead because the tickets get sold out really fast. Best light, from my opinion, is at dawn when the church fills up with colourful lights. DON'T FORGET TO BUY AND BOOK IN ADVANCE THE TICKETS
11.09.23
Kuba
Definitely a must see in Barcelona. Get tickets way in advance online. You can spend a whole day there once you enter and whatever tour you had ends, you can stay and wander around on your own. We spent almost 6 hours there taking lots of pictures
11.09.23
Nicholas
Beautiful basilica. Words don't do it justice. Visit to experience the history and the local emotion tied to this place. Not too crowded in the morning and you can sit in area for praying and contemplation. Photos hardly does justice, but I'.. Read more »;ve uploaded plenty to view.
07.09.23
Dean
Amazing of course. I particularly liked the way the light came through the various windows. Cool colors on one side and warm on the other. Every detail, such as the colors or proportions of the hall have meaning. Leave time for the quite extensive a.. Read more »nd interesting museum in the basement. The queues and security process are quite well organized and people working there are pleasant, asking you which language you would prefer to speak with them. Some airport operations could take away lessons from these nice but efficient and professional folks. I was very impressed by the amount of progress since my other visit, in 1983! There was no color ( just stone) and not really any fully enclosed spaces then. I hope to come back in another 40 years!
30.08.23
Sophie
This church was breathtaking. The architecture was incredible. Additionally, they really put a lot of thought and detail into the museum exhibits. Definitely pay extra for one of the tower tours, I did the Passion Towers and it was so worth it! You c.. Read more »ould see beautiful views of the city. However, don't do a tower tour if you have mobility challenges because it's very steep.
19.07.23
Josh
Loved this place. Taking a tour helps to explain the architecture and inspiration. Especially for the outside.
The inside is truly beautiful. The natural light, stained glass windows. You're seeing history in the making as it will certainly .. Read more »be an architectural icon for centuries to come.
16.07.23
The
Definitely a must visit in Barcelona. It’s magnificent! Their entry system has improved so much that you don’t need to queue up to get in anymore if you buy tickets online.
The entrance was a lil troublesome with the security checks but t.. Read more »he staff were all very friendly and made the entire process smooth and welcoming.
The ticket although was pretty steep but came with a great audio guide that made the entire experience truly amazing.
13.07.23
Asli
Absolutely one of the first places to go in Barcelona. It is very easy to go with the help of integrated and convenient public transportation options.
I bought my ticket from the official Sagrada familia application effortlessly. When I reach there, .. Read more »I didn’t waste any second with waiting the line. If you like to take pictures of this fascinating building, you may care the time of your ticket. You can download the application and enjoy your visit with digital guidance 👍🏻
10.07.23
Bic
Cathedral is stunning both from the outside and inside and it is very different from the other cathedrals I've seen so far. The sun hitting stained glass windows made a beautiful scene.
On the other hand, tower visit (we chose Nativity tower) w.. Read more »as very underwhelming, especially for the total price of 36€, so I don't recommend it unless you are curious. The view is very limited and you have a view of the one side only. I gave 4/5 stars because of the tower.
Nevertheless I recommend paying for the visit (maybe without tower) and make sure to buy tickets online in advance
08.07.23
Eddie
3 visits to Barcelona and all 3 visited this wonderful church. Tips that stand out:
*Early reservation/ticket is a must. 9-9:30am. When we left at 11am it was insane outside. Early morning is the only way to truly absorb this place and take it in.
*M.. Read more »ake sure you go to the lower floor Museum. Fantastic historical facts and things to look at in a modern easy to understand and appreciate way.
*If you only purchase General Admission and go to the lower floor Museum you do not even need the audio guide if that is not your thing (we do not prefer group tours or audio guides but like to soak in historical buildings like this and then get some facts)
*Go early but even a few minutes earlier and on the ticket entrance side there is a small pond. The money photo shot is over there at the far side of the pond. The other side is a great photo also and early morning you can walk into the white dirt park alongside and get a good photo also.
03.05.23
Szumo
Breathtaking experience. You expect a classical church but this is completely different. Modern and classical art combined. No boring golden altars or statues but brilliant architecture and philosophy of a genius. The best monument i have ever visit... Read more » The 45 min audio guide (there is also an 25 min express option) is a very inspiring and extremely informative enabler. I fully recommend it, it makes the experience complete and gives you all the astonishing context to really enjoy this piece of art.
02.02.23
Cheryl
Absolutely stunning! We were fortunate to be greeted by a police officer who gave us a private tour. The panoramic view was amazing, and the surrounding area is easy to walk to see more landmarks. It's lovely strolling the streets of Barcelona. .. Read more »Go there, explore, experience the culture, and cross it off your bucket list!
14.11.22
Ravish
Visited the place earlier and it was a wonderful experience to observe the architecture and detailing around the building. It's a real piece of art and admire the work done so far. Did not get chance to get the ticket to enter as no tickets were.. Read more » available at the counter. It is always advisable to book in advance if you are planning to visit the place. There are many good food choices around. Overall great experience and a must visit place while in Barcelona.
21.09.22
Martin
Loved it here. A real stand out in Barcelona. Book tickets via the app before going. We did not and had to do this on the fly outside. Worked OK, but would have been better before. Building is amazing in both scale as you wonder around and also in t.. Read more »he attention to detail. People were extremely friendly and a highlight in the city.
11.09.22
Dominick
Obviously worth a visit, at least to see the outside. It’s an amazing structure. We almost didn’t go inside, but had some extra time in Barcelona so went I side. Really beautiful. Can see what is left to be built, watch documentary about .. Read more »construction, see early ideas for church. It’s pretty neat.
05.08.22
Lori
Definitely a must see while in Barcelona, Spain. I’d recommend doing a bit of research on the history of this Roman Catholic Church before visiting so you can grasp exactly what you are seeing and experiencing. Buy your tickets in advance if yo.. Read more »u can. Allow at least two or three hours to explore. Expect lots and lots of people, the crowd can be overwhelming especially on a hot day. The views of the city from the top are breathtaking. The Basilica is gorgeous and so beautiful you don’t even know where to look because your eyes will be darting from here to there and everywhere. Photos are nice to look at but it doesn’t compare to being inside and seeing for yourself. A truly amazing experience.
31.07.22
Noel
Amazing building. It is HUGE!!! It is bright in the inside perfect for photos but I’m here to leave a review on taking the elevator up and walking down the narrow stairs. What an amazing experience. It’s a tight squeeze but worth the trip.. Read more » up. Buy your tickets online in advance because they do get sold out quick. Also try for the last slots and the colors off the windows are beautiful
07.07.22
Jan
Most beautiful building ever seen in all of my life! You need to see the inside. Booking in advance is recommended, in high season it is needed. One day in advance will usually do. Recommend to go in the early evening or late afternoon as the lig.. Read more »ht is more beautiful inside. Access to a tower costs a bit extra but is worthwhile doing.
02.06.22
Brad
Worth the admission price. Absolutely stunning. We went in the morning but I was told later to try for the last slot in the afternoon as the colours are different and better due to the angle of the sun.
Very impressive cathedral and nice to just sit.. Read more » and take it all in. The app included in the ticket price was very informative of the construction.
Going up in the tower was arguable not worth the extra price. It gives a great view of mostly a construction zone.
All in all very good experience and I'd happily say it's a must do in Barcelona.
18.05.22
David
A must see venue when you're in Barcelona! You can buy tickets in advance or the same day. Give yourself at least a couple of hours to enjoy the architecture and the gift shop. Just go and enjoy half a day there! You won't regret it. The .. Read more »knowledge you gain from learning about the history of the church is amazing.
18.05.22
Jamie
Just incredible!! You can book tickets online and use the app for your fee audio guide. Getting in was a bit of a crush and you go through airport style security. But once you are in there you will have plenty of space.
The building is incredible. T.. Read more »he light from the stained glass windows just glowed.
22.04.22
Thao
The most beautiful cathedral I have ever seen! Even though it is not fully done yet, it is incredibly interesting to look at, I highly recommend it! You can get an audio guide before entering, which I would highly recommend as well. Look carefully at.. Read more » the facade and the windows or basically just anywhere because no matter where your gaze goes, you will see something new! Truly a masterpiece, the pictures can't really capture that feeling though.
01.04.22
Juan
Amazing church to visit. A real wonder. must see in Barcelona. Best to buy tickets online in advance.
28.03.22
Noukka
This is a magical building. I got lucky, being there later in the day and the way the sun hit the west side bathed the temple in a warm light. The outside is of course fascinating, but the atmosphere inside is very special. The sheer space of it all,.. Read more » the stained glass windows, the different materials. Absolutely beautiful. 100% worth the ticket price.
05.01.22
Miguel
Beautiful building. Very recommendable to go with a guide. it's more interesting to see the history and the meaning of each part of the church, how was made, etc. tip: try to go when the sun is slightly after midday. The color through the staine.. Read more »d glasses are really beautiful inside. Around 1h and a half of visiting. Don't forget to go to the museum that it's under the church
17.12.21
DOEY
what can I say, the most beautiful church you'll ever see, especially the inside. You really have to get the Audio tour to understand what you're looking at. Also bring a wireless headphones and down load the tour app on your phone before g.. Read more »oing. I had poor cell phone reception in the area and had a hard time downloading the Audio guide tour. Would definitely go back again, I'm sure I missed a ton of details.
25.11.21
Taro
This is the most beautiful building I have ever visited. The light through the stand glass is amazing. It is still being built as you know, but it is wonderful enough to visit, and I would like to come back again once the construction is completed. Y.. Read more »ou should book prior to your visit. Highly recommended!
20.10.21
Rika
The “Bible of Stone”! This was actually my absolute favorite attraction in Barcelona! I would recommend strongly to book a tour with a guide. The information about this place seems bottomless and I just loved discovering all the Bible sto.. Read more »ries in the facade of the building. It’s such a beautiful building and I spend a long time marveling at it from the outside and then the same at the inside. It’s just absolutely breathtaking!!! My absolute favorite church that I’ve ever visited and I’ve seen quite a few famous churches!
18.10.21
Jajabar
It's a nice, clean and affordable hotel to be in there. The neighborhood is serene. Restaurants, convenient stores are nearby. Staffs at the hotel are admirable. I loved to stay.
Except the cleaning person is inattentive. Not providing water not.. Read more » a single day or left unclean spoons instead of clean ones, left room window open and so on....
15.10.21
Rasmus
A truly "wow" experience. From the outside, you truly feel like you're standing at a monument of man. Even with a lot of tourists, the facilities are made to handle it and security is top notch with back scans and metal detectors. You .. Read more »feel safe. Once inside your "wow" experience turns into one of true awe. The colored glass, the massive pillars, the religiousness, the details assaulting your eyes at every turn is amazing. Worth every second and penny.
08.09.21
Nataliya
This is absolutely unique place in the world! It worth its money for visiting inside. This is immaculate place, you just don’t want to go. There is a huge gallery inside, furniture museum and beautiful souvenir boutique, exactly boutique :) Eve.. Read more »rything is so clean and spacey. Good and free toilets inside
Take the audio with the ticket to get all the information calmly, to find out the every detail of the building. Also there is a blessing organ music
And one more thing, you have to pass a full check of hand baggage you have, like customs in the airport.
Great location, you can come by subway
25.08.21
Sarah
Walk around the block and admire all corners of this building. Or better even, go and sit by a restaurant nearby and enjoy the view. A building of so many layers of architecture was breath taking. I thought the design on the outside was more engaging.. Read more » than the inside only because it really really captured my attention longer ? such incredible building in the middle of a busy city.
23.08.21
Oana
Impressive building. Such an unique experience each time you go back. Very interesting architectural and structural details.
I recommend taking the guided tour. It is worth every cent.
Book the tickets in advance from their official website. No more .. Read more »queues, fast access.
22.07.21
Maria
We thought it was closed during the week, but were positively surprised when we were able to purchase a ticket on the spot. Very quick and easy to buy, and you are given a time slot. The interior is breathtaking, and we spent approximately 1 hour ins.. Read more »ide. Remember to wear a sleeved top, as bare shoulders are not allowed inside. Definitely a must see!
21.07.21
Fatinaz
The most amazing building I've ever visit.
I can't describe the amount of beauty and astonishing view of this cathedral.
I love that. Around the cathedral there are a lot of cafe and restaurants and you can enjoy the excellent ice creams a.. Read more »nd food and watch the cathedral in different views.
Every night I did that and never got enough of that.
Also there is a big park around and you can use WC and also the metro station is just next to the cathedral.
26.06.21
Vanina
Amazing experience! Literally one of the best buildings i have seen in my life. The employees there were extremely friendly and friendly. Get your tickets in advance definitely with audio guide. Definitely a sightseeing you must visit! ?
23.05.21
Spencer
While I'm not a fan of churches, this one totally BLEW MY MIND. It's the perfect combination of architecture and artwork in my opinion. As you walk around to explore, you will notice all the intricate details on every piece of the buildin.. Read more »g. It truly is amazing and you will not a regret a visit here. Be sure to also buy a ticket to the tower so that you can look at more of the details on the exterior of the building.
11.04.21
Jastinn
Took my breath away ❤ Really amazing! The moment I stepped into the place, I had goosebumps. Really though, Gaudi really did great on this design. I may sound overreacting but there is a peaceful and calmness feels when you're inside the place... Read more » The reflection that brings colours into the room. You can't even justify it with the photos you take. ?
See it for yourselves! :)
Enjoy Barcelona❤
29.03.21
Adriana
Yesterday, my class and I went to the Sagrada Família in Barcelona. We saw lots of incredible sculptures and gargoyles. Then, the guide taught us that all those parts of the cathedral where made of Montjuïc stones. It has three entries an.. Read more »d all of them are very big. There are lots of towers but the majority of them are in construction. In general, I liked and enjoyed a lot and I would absolutely recommend to go and visit it.
26.12.20
Sait
One of the most beautiful building I have ever seen. And the story behind is amazing. I was heard the name of the church in the Alan Parson's Project's song at first when I was a child. Then after long time I had a chance to visit the build.. Read more »ing.
Details of the building are incredible.
A MUST visit for all humankind.
19.12.20
Bahar
It is a remarkable place to see in the heart of Barcelona. It is so impressive that you can’t take your eyes of it. You need to book in advance. Booking can be done online. The security is great at the entrance. You need to be ready there befor.. Read more »e the scheduled time for the security search. It might be useful not to take so many bags with you. Enjoy the moment. You will like it :)
28.11.20
Push
Perhaps the most spectacular Church ever built (and still under construction expected to be completed by 2026), designed by Antoni Gaudí. Completely mesmerized by this masterpiece. Truly blessed to have seen this marvel. We spent a great deal .. Read more »of time walking around and exploring this masterpiece. There are so many amazing things to see here that that it was truly worth half a day.
17.11.20
All
A must see! Just make sure to get the full package so you can go to the top. Amazing views! It is a bit warm inside so dress appropriately... (women) just make sure not too much of your legs are exposed because if they are you won't be able to g.. Read more »o pray in the praying area. @ssmobn916.0 approves
29.09.20
hironori
I visited here at midnight in June 2018. I and a local people had a dinner 9 pm, which was still bright. After dinner he send me to the hotel and stopped by here for me on the way to the hotel. It is a magnificent building. I was surprised because t.. Read more »here were many tourists even though it was midnight.
20.09.20
Yaseen
One of the most renowned church in Spain. It’s so big and magnificent and definitely a sight to see in Barcelona. Construction started in 1880 by Gaudi and it still in progress! That’s over 130 years of construction and you can tell the w.. Read more »orks from the outside. Both side of the church are so well detailed. Going inside you can tell it so amazing and mesmerizing. This is the first place for anyone visiting to check out!
17.09.20
Juana
Incredible piece of art!! This is a unique experience and a must see when in Barcelona. There is nothing comparable out there. The entrance is pretty pricey but worth every pence. We loved it!
09.09.20
Tanislava
Amazing collosal cathedral, my favourite part turns out to be the Eastern facade, dedicated to the Birth of Christ. Absolutely beautiful sight, pure art. The statues are full of grace and what i especially liked was the cypress tree with white doves,.. Read more » that is unique to a church. The other masterpiece that I saw were the three gates on this facade, a work of a Japanese master. Simply amazing.
08.09.20
Karim
Gaudí's masterpiece! Must visit if you are in Barcelona.
29.08.20
Ngo
The Basílica de la Sagrada Família (Catalan: [bəˈzilikə ðə lə səˈɣɾaðə fəˈmiljə]; Spanish: Basílica de la Sagrada Familia; 'Basilica of the Holy Family'), also known as the Sagrada Família, is a large unf.. Read more »inished Roman Catholic minor basilica in the Eixample district of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Designed by Spanish/Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí (1852–1926), his work on the building is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.[5] On 7 November 2010, Pope Benedict XVI consecrated the church and proclaimed it a minor basilica.
15.08.20
Artur
The style of the building is amazing. More inside than outside. One needs to see all the dancing colours of interior. For that please go in while a sunny day. Choose the option with a guide/audio guide to get to know more about the amazing place. Unf.. Read more »ortunately one of the most crowded places in Barcelona.
25.07.20
Sophia
I love this church. It is absolutely amazing. I could keep coming back. Theres so much to explore. I'll definitely recommend getting the map and guide. Also if you can afford it book fast track tickets because queues are long!
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