La Sagrada Familia

One of the most famous and well-known touristic attractions in Barcelona is the Sagrada Família.

Whenever you are in the city, definitely pay a visit to the church because it is a unique experience: build like you’ve never seen before. Both inside and outside are worth the visit.

The Sagrada Família is famous for being one of the most iconic examples of Antoni Gaudí’s unique style, combining elements of Art Nouveau, Catalan Modernism and Spanish Late Gothic design. Construction began on the Sagrada Família in 1882, but  the architect Antoni Gaudí was appointed director in 1884.

Gaudí was aware that he would not be alive to oversee the full construction of the building but left detailed designs to guide its completion. In fact only a quarter of the construction had been completed when Gaudí died in 1926. The building of the church is still not complete today, and the current construction represents only 70% of the final design.

Recommender:

Visit in the early morning or late evening as the sun shines through the stained glass windows on the walls filling the church with color. You’re also likely to have less waiting time. Timed tickets are available in advance and the lines can be long so take advantage of this service, via the website.

Good to know before you go:

Street: Carrer de Mallorca, 401

Opening times:

November to February, 9 am to 6 pm

March, 9 am to 7 pm

April to September, 9 am to 8 pm

October, 9 am to 7 pm

December 25, 26, January 1 and 6, 9 am to 2 pm

Sale of tickets finishes 30 minutes before closing time.