Barcelona Cathedral
Marvel at the Gothic architecture and serene courtyards of Barcelona Cathedral, nestled in the heart of the Gothic Quarter.
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Admire the beauty of the Barcelona Cathedral, representative of 3 different architectural periods.
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Enjoy remarkable views of the Gothic Quarter from the rooftop of the cathedral.
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Inside the choir, check out 15th century pinnacles and canopies, as well as the wooden pulpit.
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If you observe the wooden pulpit up close, you’ll see the Virgin Mary and Child depicted on it.
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Visit Sala Capitular and check out the select artworks on display here, as well as religious artifacts at the Diocesan Museum.
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Fun fact: The cloister is home to the Well of Geese, commemorating the death of Saint Eulalia
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Admire the beauty of the Barcelona Cathedral, representative of 3 different architectural periods.
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Enjoy remarkable views of the Gothic Quarter from the rooftop of the cathedral.
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Inside the choir, check out 15th century pinnacles and canopies, as well as the wooden pulpit.
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If you observe the wooden pulpit up close, you’ll see the Virgin Mary and Child depicted on it.
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Visit Sala Capitular and check out the select artworks on display here, as well as religious artifacts at the Diocesan Museum.
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Fun fact: The cloister is home to the Well of Geese, commemorating the death of Saint Eulalia
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Beat the queue and explore the Barcelona Cathedral.
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Enjoy a 1-hour 15-minute guided tour of the gothic choir entrance, the Saint Lucia chapel, and the cloister courtyard.
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Gaze at the Gothic architectural marvel with pointed arches and towering pinnacles or relax on a bench at the Cloister’s fountain by the trickling water.
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Explore the elegant choir bathed in colorful sunlight through the 14th century glass-stained windows with your guide in English, Spanish, or French.
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Witness medieval Barcelona recreated through the virtual reality tour. Explore the hidden crypt and watch historical figures come to life!
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Fun-fact: Witness magic as Barcelona Cathedral's fountain "dances" an egg every Corpus Christi — a quirky tradition for centuries!
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Beat the queue and explore the Barcelona Cathedral.
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Enjoy a 1-hour 15-minute guided tour of the gothic choir entrance, the Saint Lucia chapel, and the cloister courtyard.
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Gaze at the Gothic architectural marvel with pointed arches and towering pinnacles or relax on a bench at the Cloister’s fountain by the trickling water.
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Explore the elegant choir bathed in colorful sunlight through the 14th century glass-stained windows with your guide in English, Spanish, or French.
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Witness medieval Barcelona recreated through the virtual reality tour. Explore the hidden crypt and watch historical figures come to life!
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Fun-fact: Witness magic as Barcelona Cathedral's fountain "dances" an egg every Corpus Christi — a quirky tradition for centuries!
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Explore Barcelona's must-see attractions on a hop-on hop-off bus tour as you please for 24 or 48 hours, and conquer the city your way.
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With 34 stops and buses every 9-13 mins, you’ve got all the time in the world to dive into your favorite Barcelona spot over and over again.
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Fancy seeing Barcelona from the water too? Upgrade for a 60-min catamaran cruise and sail by the World Trade Center, Puerto Olympic, and more.
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Take in unbeatable panoramic views from the top deck with a sliding roof. Bonus: there’s an audio guide in 15 languages to keep you entertained.
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Marvel at Barcelona’s iconic gems, from the Gothic Quarter’s medieval charm to Gaudí's quirky Park Güell and the towering Sagrada Familia.
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Explore Barcelona's must-see attractions on a hop-on hop-off bus tour as you please for 24 or 48 hours, and conquer the city your way.
-
With 34 stops and buses every 9-13 mins, you’ve got all the time in the world to dive into your favorite Barcelona spot over and over again.
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Fancy seeing Barcelona from the water too? Upgrade for a 60-min catamaran cruise and sail by the World Trade Center, Puerto Olympic, and more.
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Take in unbeatable panoramic views from the top deck with a sliding roof. Bonus: there’s an audio guide in 15 languages to keep you entertained.
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Marvel at Barcelona’s iconic gems, from the Gothic Quarter’s medieval charm to Gaudí's quirky Park Güell and the towering Sagrada Familia.
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Explore the bohemian side of Barcelona and relive the artistry from the Modernist period as you explore places that Picasso frequented in his younger years.
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Visit some fascinating sights such as the Quatre Gats, a meeting place for all artists, including Picasso himself.
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Walk along the city’s narrowest street and discover some majestic medieval architecture.
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Personalise your tour by selecting the preferred language for your guide. Italian, French, and English guided tours are available.
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Explore the bohemian side of Barcelona and relive the artistry from the Modernist period as you explore places that Picasso frequented in his younger years.
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Visit some fascinating sights such as the Quatre Gats, a meeting place for all artists, including Picasso himself.
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Walk along the city’s narrowest street and discover some majestic medieval architecture.
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Personalise your tour by selecting the preferred language for your guide. Italian, French, and English guided tours are available.
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Step inside the Moco Museum Barcelona and admire artworks by artists like Andy Warhol, Salvador Dalí, and more at the 18th-century Palacio Cervelló.
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Immerse yourself in the digital art installations and the Bansky exhibit which features timeless pieces like 'Laugh Now' and 'Flower Thrower'.
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Soak up different architectural influences, including Catalan and Gothic styles, at the 15th-century Barcelona Cathedral
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Explore the sun-bathed Gothic cloister, which dates back to 1448, the fabled 'Well of the Geese', and more
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Fun fact: Keep an eye out for the 13 geese in the Cathedral's courtyard, symbolizing Eulàlia’s age at her death. Go ahead and count them!
More details
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Step inside the Moco Museum Barcelona and admire artworks by artists like Andy Warhol, Salvador Dalí, and more at the 18th-century Palacio Cervelló.
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Immerse yourself in the digital art installations and the Bansky exhibit which features timeless pieces like 'Laugh Now' and 'Flower Thrower'.
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Soak up different architectural influences, including Catalan and Gothic styles, at the 15th-century Barcelona Cathedral
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Explore the sun-bathed Gothic cloister, which dates back to 1448, the fabled 'Well of the Geese', and more
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Fun fact: Keep an eye out for the 13 geese in the Cathedral's courtyard, symbolizing Eulàlia’s age at her death. Go ahead and count them!
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Discover FC Barcelona’s legacy through immersive exhibits, trophy rooms, and a 360° experience room at the club’s iconic museum.
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Visit iconic landmarks like Sagrada Família, Park Güell, and Casa Batlló with ease using the city’s top-rated sightseeing bus. Hop on and off freely at any of the 34 stops, with buses arriving every 9–13 minutes on both East and West routes.
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Ideal for first-time visitors and football fans, this ticket pairs Barça’s cultural pride with panoramic sightseeing across the city.
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Enjoy multilingual audio guides in up to 15 languages both at the museum and on the bus, plus access to live tracking, free Wi-Fi, and discounts at select attractions.
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Choose between a 24-hour or 48-hour bus pass depending on how much time you want to explore Barcelona’s top sites, from Sagrada Família to Park Güell.
More details
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Discover FC Barcelona’s legacy through immersive exhibits, trophy rooms, and a 360° experience room at the club’s iconic museum.
-
Visit iconic landmarks like Sagrada Família, Park Güell, and Casa Batlló with ease using the city’s top-rated sightseeing bus. Hop on and off freely at any of the 34 stops, with buses arriving every 9–13 minutes on both East and West routes.
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Ideal for first-time visitors and football fans, this ticket pairs Barça’s cultural pride with panoramic sightseeing across the city.
-
Enjoy multilingual audio guides in up to 15 languages both at the museum and on the bus, plus access to live tracking, free Wi-Fi, and discounts at select attractions.
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Choose between a 24-hour or 48-hour bus pass depending on how much time you want to explore Barcelona’s top sites, from Sagrada Família to Park Güell.
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About Cathedral of Barcelona
History buffs will love Barcelona Cathedral. Originally a Roman temple, the site was later transformed into a cathedral in the Gothic style. Construction spanned over 200 years, it began in 1298 in Catalan Gothic style, but the facade wasn't finished until the late 1800s in the Neo-Gothic style. Look for architectural details reflecting Catalan heritage. Climb the bell tower for panoramic city views
Why visit Cathedral of Barcelona?
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Main Entrance
The main entrance of Barcelona Cathedral is also known as the Fachada del Naixement (Nativity Facade), it is located on the south side of the cathedral, facing Pla de la Seu, a charming square in the heart of the Gothic Quarter. During June-August waiting times to enter can be 30 minutes or more, so plan in advance!
Currently, Sundays are closed for cultural and tourist visits.
Audio guides are included in your ticket.
Barcelona Cathedral has toilets available.
Service animals, including guide dogs are allowed at Barcelona Cathedral.
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