Barcelona: Sagrada Familia: Priority Access & Guided Tour

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Overview

Skip the lines and discover the story behind Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia with an expert, licensed guide. Starting just steps from the basilica, your guide explains the meaning behind the façades and leads you inside to explore the extraordinary interior, where light, geometry, and symbolism come together in Gaudí’s most ambitious work. In addition to the guided visit of the basilica, you’ll explore the Sagrada Familia Museum, home to Gaudí’s original sketches, models, and plans that reveal how the project evolved over time. You’ll also enjoy access to the historic Sagrada Familia Schools—an often-overlooked space designed by Gaudí for the children of the basilica’s workers. With skip-the-line access, clear storytelling, and visits to areas many travelers miss, this tour offers a smooth, insightful, and memorable way to experience one of Barcelona’s most important UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Itinerary

Begin your tour just steps away from the basilica at Placa de Gaudi, where our team will welcome you and set the stage for an unforgettable experience.

5 minutes• Admission Ticket Included

Start your journey with an introduction to the Basilica’s origins and Gaudi’s vision as you admire the intricate symbolism of the Nativity Facade.

10 minutes• Admission Ticket Included

Step inside and see how light from vibrant stained glass transforms the space, casting colors over tree-like columns for a serene, unique atmosphere.

30 minutes• Admission Ticket Included

Discover the Passion Facade, a striking contrast that captures themes of sacrifice and devotion with bold, angular sculptures.

10 minutes• Admission Ticket Included

Explore the Sagrada Familia Museum, featuring original models, sketches, and artifacts that provide a closer look at Gaudi’s creative process.

30 minutes• Admission Ticket Included

Enjoy unguided access to the Sagrada Familia Schools, a unique historical space originally designed for the children of the Basilica’s workers.

5 minutes• Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

•Public transportation options are available nearby

•Suitable for all physical fitness levels

•Skip-the-Line Access: While you can skip the ticket line, please allow extra time to go through security, especially during busy periods.

•Dress Code: Please ensure your knees and shoulders are covered to enter the Sagrada Familia Basilica. Entry may be denied if you don’t follow this dress code.

•Restricted Items: For security reasons, weapons, glass, sharp objects, food, and alcohol are not allowed inside.

•ID Requirements: Proof of age or an ID may be needed for children, as different tickets apply to adults and minors. Please book accordingly.