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Sagrada Familia Small Group Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
4.6
205 Ratings
Barcelona
Experience the iconic Sagrada Familia in Barcelona with a small group tour. Skip the lines, learn about its history and architecture, and access exclusive areas for a unique cultural experience.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Basilica de la Sagrada Familia - The construction of the Sagrada Familia began in 1882 with Francisco de Paula del Villar as the architect. In 1883, following Villar’s resignation, Antoni Gaudí assumed the role of principal architect, infusing the project with his distinctive architectural and engineering approach, which merged Gothic and curvilinear Art Nouveau designs. Gaudí dedicated his life to the project and was interred in its crypt. By the time of his accidental death in 1926, caused by a tram collision, the basilica was less than a quarter finished. Although still incomplete, the Basilica’s construction reached its halfway point in 2010 and is anticipated to conclude by 2026, marking the 100th anniversary of Gaudi’s passing.
Embark on this captivating tour to uncover the mysteries, challenges, and narratives surrounding this unique church, often regarded as the most singular interpretation of Gothic architecture since the Middle Ages.
Explore the Nativity façade, the interior of the Basilica, the Passion façade, the Sagrada Familia’s school, and for those who crave more, the Museum detailing the temple’s construction is available for visitation post-tour.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Skip-the-line tour access
- Headsets for clear audio guidance
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Food and drinks
- Admission to the towers
Additional Information
Embark on a 90-minute journey within a limited group of 30 individuals that will provide you:
- A look into history and architecture: La Sagrada Familia offers a distinctive design, the brain-child of renowned architect Antoni Gaudí, and is perceived as one of the most symbolic edifices in Barcelona and on a global scale.
- Deep dive into culture: Being part of a guided group will provide a comprehensive understanding of the historical, architectural, and artistic intricacies of the Sagrada Familia, enhancing your cultural excursion.
- Education: A skilled guide will impart intricate details about the construction, inspirations, and ideologies integrated within Gaudí’s creation, broadening your learning scope.
- Exclusive access: Participating in a guided tour will grant you entry to parts of the Sagrada Familia off-limits to general visitors such as the terrace which provides panoramic views of Barcelona.
- Bypass the queues: Joining a guided group allows you to evade the lengthy waiting lines for admission into the Sagrada Familia, maximizing your Barcelona experience.
- There is a dress code with the following limitations: - No see-through clothing - Trousers and skirts must come down to at least mid-thigh. - Visitors may not enter in swimwear. - Visitors Will not be allowed to enter wearing special clothing to celebrate any sort of festivities, nor with any decorations designed to distract or draw attention for artistic, religious, promotional or any other purposes.
- You should be in the meeting point 15 minutes before the starting time.
- Our Staff, who are at the meeting point, in the Sagrada Família Official Souvenir Shop, carry a little red flag so they can be recognized
Location
Sagrada Familia Souvenir shop
Carrer de la Marina
Meet your guide at the Nacimiento Façade, at Marina Street, by the Sagrada Familia's official gift shop
Our staff carry a red flag
Please, you must be at the meeting point 15 minutes before starting the tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(205 Ratings)
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Nancy_k
May 28, 2024
Best tour in Barcelona! - Raul was an amazing tour guide—he truly brought this experience to life for us. His detailed explanation and behind-the-scenes details were so appreciated. The church literally took my breath away. I highly recommend this experience, and in particular with Raul!!
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Robert_k
May 26, 2024
Incredible - What an incredible experience. It was very much enhanced by our tour guide. She pointed out all the amazing details of the total structure both inside and out. I highly recommend this tour.
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Hector
May 22, 2024
Great experience - The knowledge of the guide enhanced the experience of this visit. La Sagrada Familia is iconic on its own but the tour was awesome.
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Alan_d
May 22, 2024
Sunday best! - Our tour was on a Sunday afternoon in Spanish. Our guide was wonderful and shared so many details of the church!! His passion for the church was evident in his explanation of the history and details of the construction. We are extremely pleased with all the tours we’ve taken with Viator.
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Donna_r
May 19, 2024
A piece of perfection in a beautiful city - Most beautiful place I’ve seen. Your guide was knowledgeable, funny and kept track of all on the tour. I give her a perfect rating.
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Brenda_s
May 18, 2024
Wonderful experience. - Our host was excellent. He did a great job. Very knowledgeable. The Sagrada Familla is an Extradinary place. So, so beautiful!
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Andrew_c
May 14, 2024
Excellent - Excellent in everyway..superb knowledgeable guide who brought it to life. Easy to find and was well-organised
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David_k
May 14, 2024
Inspiring tour - Tour guide was excellent! So much history to share and kept the group moving. He also encouraged us (teased us) with a return after completion. Final will be worth another trip.
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Catheryn_s
May 13, 2024
Guide not easily found, misses our tour!! - We purchased the 3pm walking tour of the Sagrada familia. The email sent out stated to meet in front of the souvenir shop at 3pm. We arrived in our cab 4 minutes past 3pm and there were hundreds of people in front of the souvenir shop including many other tour groups with other tour companies. Most of the tour companies (ex Viking company) were clearly marked with signs stating the tour company name.
Unfortunately, our guide has no sign that stated viator tours We had no idea who our guide was or which group was ours. After attempting to call the local contact provided in the email, the phone line rang busy/or no connection. After asking the staff of the Sagrada familia for guidance to locate the viator tour, they basically said there was nothing they could do.
We ended up missing the tour which we had paid for.
Very very very disappointed. Would never use this company again!
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Sanjiv_a
May 6, 2024
NEVER NEVER TAKE THIS TOUR! - If there was a negative rating for this I would give that. NEVER NEVER TAKE THIS TOUR! Very poor directions na extremely bad customer service with no responses to messages. Because of all this we missed our tour AND they did not even give us a refund.
Shame !
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