Sagrada Família Small-Group Tour 2025
Sagrada Familia & museum | Expert tour guide | Small group
About Sagrada Família Small-Group Tour
Explore Barcelona’s most famous basilica on this Sagrada Família Small-Group Tour. Discover Antoni Gaudí’s masterpiece that attracts millions of visitors annually. Learn about its Nativity and Passion facades and symbolism with an expert guide. Also, don’t miss the chance to climb up one of the basilica’s towers and enjoy the panoramic views of the city.
Enjoy Barcelona’s most iconic landmark and admire the intricate Nativity and Passion facades that illustrate scenes from Christ’s life. Inside, look at the detailed carvings showcasing Gaudí’s connection to nature and spirituality and blending the Gothic and Art Nouveau styles.
Each detail in Gaudí’s design has a meaning you’ll discover. For example, the Nativity Facade features carvings of flora representing the Holy Family’s connection to nature, and stained glass transitions from cool blues to warm reds, reflecting the journey from birth to resurrection.
Climb one of the Basilica’s towers reaching the heights of 170 meters and enjoy beautiful panoramic views of Barcelona. Take in the city’s unique architecture and iconic landmarks, and appreciate Gaudí’s vision of the basilica connecting heaven and earth.
Located in the former school building next to the basilica, the museum features exhibits showcasing models, drawings, and photographs of Gaudí’s projects. Learn about his life and work, visit the crypt where masses are held, and the viewing platform above Gaudí's burial site.
Enjoy a guided tour with our expert guide who will guide you through this nature-inspired UNESCO World Heritage Site and answer any of your questions. The tour is available in two languages, and headsets are included to hear the guide better.
This tour comes with some flexibility, you can book your spot today and you won’t be charged until 72 hours before the tour. Also, if your plans change, you can cancel up to 24 hours in advance and receive a full refund!
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Amazing tour of the Sagrada Família!
This Sagrada Família guided tour is a must if you’re in Barcelona! Our guide Maria was amazing. She told us all about the symbolism behind the basilica’s facade, altars, towers, and so many other parts. It was impressive to learn that each part of the building holds meaning. We also climbed the Sagrada Tower and loved seeing how beautiful Barcelona was from so high up!
Great tour with great guide
We had an incredible guide, Paulo! He was so knowledgeable and shared many details about each element of Sagrada Família and we learned so much about its architecture. I especially enjoyed seeing the stained glass windows and how the light passes through them, it was one of the most beautiful things. I was also surprised at how huge the interior is. We couldn’t ask for a better tour of the Sagrada Família!
DESCRIPTION
Sagrada Família Small-Group Tour
- Fast-track admission ticket to the Sagrada Família
- Professional local guide
- Guided visit
- Live commentary in English
- Headset to hear the guide better
- Access to one of the towers of the basilica (if the option is chosen)
- Private tour (if the option is chosen)
FACADES OF THE SAGRADA FAMÍLIA
Sagrada Família is the largest unfinished Catholic Church in the world. Combining the Spanish Late Gothic and Art Nouveau styles, it has a projected completion date of around 2026, which is 144 years after the construction began. Your Sagrada Família guided tour will start on the outside by your guide explaining the symbolism behind the intricate facades. For example, the oldest facade, The Nativity Facade, was completed in 1930 and is dedicated to the birth of Jesus. On the west side of the building, you’ll see the Passion Facade representing the suffering and crucifixion of Christ. You’ll also notice that it has a different, more minimalist design.
BASILICA’S BEAUTIFUL INTERIOR
After that, your guide will lead you to the inside and explain the rich Christian iconography and symbolism of the basilica’s architecture. You will notice Gaudí’s connection with nature as you look at columns that resemble trees and form a “forest of stone”. While inside you will also be captivated by the colorful stained glass windows that change from cool blues and greens in the east to warm reds and oranges in the west, symbolizing the passage of time and life.
RESTING PLACE OF ANTONI GAUDÍ
Next, you will see the main altar which is built on top of the crypt where Antoni Gaudí is buried. The altar is positioned 2 meters higher than the rest of the space facing the sun to symbolize resurrection and new life. Above the altar, you will also see a large bronze crucifix, depicting Christ on the cross.
MUSEUM GAUDÍ
After exploring the basilica you can opt to climb one of the 170 meters (558 feet) high towers for panoramic views of Barcelona, from which you can see the city’s landmarks and its beautiful Mediterranean coastline. During your tour, you will also visit the Museum Gaudí, located beneath the basilica, where you can learn more details about Gaudí’s life, explore models and sketches of his work, visit the crypt where masses are still held, and stand above Gaudí's burial site from the viewing platform.
FREE CANCELLATION UP TO 24H IN ADVANCE!
Receive a complete refund if you cancel your booking 24 hours before the selected date!
Did you know that Sagrada Família is the tallest religious building in Europe?
Sagrada Família stretches up to an incredible 170 meters (558 feet) making it the tallest religious building in Europe. The previous record holder was the German Ulm Minister but Sagrada Família surpassed it by 13 meters (98 feet). An interesting thing is that the Sagrada Família's height was intentionally designed to match Montjuïc's peak, a hill in Barcelona that is considered holy.
All of this is part of our guided tour, and there’s nothing to worry about—your Sagrada Família tickets with tower access are already taken care of.
Good to know before you go
- Children under 6 years old cannot access the tower, even if they are accompanied by an adult.
- You will use an elevator to go up the tower, but to go down, you will need to use the stairs.
- You may be asked to show a children's ID at the entrance, so please ensure you have it with you.
- Prepare to visit Sagrada Família and enjoy a complete experience, including access to its beautiful interior and scenic tower.
Meeting Point
Meet your guide inside the "Emporio Souvenirs Barcelona" shop on Mallorca Street, 416. Look for our Amigo Tours logo on the signage of the shop. The guide will have an Amigo Tours sign.
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FAQ - Sagrada Família Small-Group Tour
Is there a dress code for Sagrada Família?
As Sagrada Família is a church, all visitors must dress appropriately. This means that you should not wear see-through clothing, that trousers and skirts should not be shorter than mid-thigh length and no entry is allowed in swimwear. Also, you should not wear hats or clothing that celebrates any sort of festivities or has any decorations designed to distract or draw attention for artistic, religious, promotional, or any other purposes.Can I take pictures inside Sagrada Família?
You are free to take photos with a regular camera or a phone but commercial photography and professional photography equipment is not allowed inside the Basilica.Are backpacks allowed in Sagrada Família?
Large bags and backpacks are not allowed and all bags will be subject to a thorough search at the entrance. There are also no lockers or storage for luggage. The only storage is temporary storage where visitors can leave their backpacks or bags while they climb up the towers.Is Sagrada Família wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the Sagrada Família is entirely wheelchair accessible except for the towers.Are there toilets in Sagrada Família?
Yes, there are on-site toilets available to all visitors. Accessible restrooms are located close to the entrances and on different levels of the basilica.What else can I do while in Barcelona?
Besides visiting the famous Sagrada Família, explore more of the city with the Best Barcelona City Pass—it gives you access to top attractions and helps you save time. To move around easily, get the Hola Barcelona Card, which offers unlimited travel on public transportation. Don’t miss the chance to learn more about Gaudí’s other iconic works, such as Casa Batlló, Casa Milà, and Casa Vicens, by joining a Gaudí Tour of Barcelona.Don't wait! Book now!
- Reserve now & pay later
- Free cancellation
- Expert tour guide
- Skip-the-line access
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