Question 1

Which Sagrada Familia ticket should I buy?

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Reduce the long queues with a Fast Track ticket, skip the line as part of a small group tour, or combine your entrance and tour with tower access.

The guided tour will give you deeper insights from your guide. If you want to explore alone or at your own pace, go for just the entrance ticket - it includes the Sagrada Familia audio guide app.

You can also combine your Sagrada Familia tickets with a trip to Gaudí's iconic hilltop attraction, Park Güell.

Question 2

How long does it take to walk around the Sagrada Familia?

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Once you've scanned your Sagrada Familia tickets to get in, you can stay inside for as long as you like, soaking up this gorgeous Gaudí masterpiece.

If you're pushed for time, however, it's best to leave at least an hour and a half for your visit. This will give you enough time to explore this iconic building without rushing. If you want to go up to the Gaudí towers to take in the views of Barcelona, add another 30 minutes.

Question 3

Why is the Sagrada Familia not finished?

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The twisted edifice of Sagrada Familia is famous all over the world, but for something so well-loved it's not exactly finished. Its construction was stopped for decades following damage in the Spanish Civil War, but that's not the only reason for the delay.

Gaudí's designs for the Sagrada Familia were incredibly complex. His plans included a multitude of multi-faceted structures and mathematical equations, many of which were tough to conceptualize in his lifetime. It's only now, through advancements in construction technology, that his plans can be made a reality.

When it's finally finished in 2026, (which will mark the 100th anniversary of Gaudí’s death) your Sagrada Familia tickets will buy you entrance to the largest and most complete example of Catalan Modernisme. It will also be the tallest religious building in Europe.

Question 4

What is the best time to visit the Sagrada Familia?

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The best time to visit the Sagrada Familia is in the morning, during the week. Try to arrive before 9 am and you might only have to wait a few minutes to get in. At other times it can take between 1 and 2 hours to reach the doors! It's a little less busy in the low season, from late October through March.

Want the best photos of the Sagrada Familia? The church's huge stained-glass windows throw shafts of sun across the naves, flooding them with color. This effect is most beautiful mid-morning and mid to late afternoon, when the sun shines straight onto the magnificent windows.

With over 3 million visitors a year, this is one of Barcelona's most popular (and busiest) attractions – make sure to book your Sagrada Familia tickets online before you arrive.

Question 5

What can I bring into the Sagrada Familia?

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You can bring most things into the Sagrada Familia but everyone will have their bags, backpacks, luggage, and personal items checked at the entrance.

For safety, no hats are allowed inside the nave or the museum, except for religious, health, or belief-related reasons. Professional photo equipment is not allowed inside the Basilica, but feel free to snap as many photos as you like with your regular cameras or smartphones.

Question 6

Highlights

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You'll be immediately struck by the sheer grandeur of Gaudí's masterpiece, which boasts towering spires that seem to touch the sky
Inside, the play of light through stained glass windows creates a mesmerizing kaleidoscope of colors, casting a serene and ethereal atmosphere
Don't forget to ascend one of the towers for panoramic views of the city – it's an experience that will leave you breathless

Question 7

Tickets information

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20 million people flock to Sagrada Familia each year to take a look – and 5 million enter its halls and climb its towers. Make sure you book ahead to avoid crowds and ensure your spot to visit the Sagrada Familia.

There are a variety of Sagrada Familia tickets to choose from:

Explore solo and set your own pace with a variety of entrance ticket options
Gain an intimate understanding of Gaudí and the cathedral's history by joining a guided tour
Get around the city with ease and see major attractions including the cathedral with a city card
Ready to get to know the surrounding area better? Take advantage of a day trip that includes access to the Sagrada Familia!

Question 8

Know before you go

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General information:

Tickets are timed, so be sure to arrive on time for your allocated time slot
Your bag and personal items will be checked upon entering for security purposes
The cathedral is a religious space, so please cover your shoulders, and wear trousers or skirts longer than your mid-thigh
Personal photography is allowed
There are no lockers for suitcases. However, to visit the tower, you must store any smaller bags or backpacks in lockers available for that purpose

Accessbility information:

Service/guide dogs are welcome to join you on your visit
The entire basilica is wheelchair accessible, barring the towers
The Gaudí House Museum is only wheelchair accessible on the ground floor and gardens
If you have a disability or reduced mobility, you may enter at entrance C on Carrer de la Marina. Please bring official proof of disability with you
At entrance C, you can request the use of a wheelchair, on a first come first served basis

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