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Barcelona Cathedral Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry

Interior of the Cathedral of Barcelona showcasing ornate wooden choir stalls and grand organ.
Barcelona Cathedral facade with spires at sunset, part of guided tour with terrace access.
Interior view of the Cathedral of Barcelona's vaulted ceiling and stained glass windows.
Cathedral of Barcelona facade with intricate Gothic architecture.

Duration

1 hr 15 min

Open today

09:30am - 06:30pm

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Get insights into the historic Barcelona Cathedral with your expert guide. Enjoy skip-the-line access and a 360-degree virtual reality experience.

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(10)

Claire Scott

Claire

Jun 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Interesting history and the architecture is astounding. The guide was interesting and gave information that I would not have known had I just walked in a looked own my own.
Elizabeth Baber

Elizabeth

Apr 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Such a fabulous tour, we thoroughly enjoyed it. The tour guide wasn't where the text said, but near the door. Informative, and a great part of the holiday! Thank you
    • Beat the queue and explore the Barcelona Cathedral.

    • Enjoy a 1-hour 15-minute guided tour of the gothic choir entrance, the Saint Lucia chapel, and the cloister courtyard.

    • 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.

    • Explore the elegant choir bathed in colorful sunlight through the 14th century glass-stained windows with your guide in English, Spanish, or French.

    • Witness medieval Barcelona recreated through the virtual reality tour. Explore the hidden crypt and watch historical figures come to life!

    • Fun-fact: Witness magic as Barcelona Cathedral's fountain "dances" an egg every Corpus Christi — a quirky tradition for centuries!

    • Guided tour of Barcelona Cathedral

    • Professional English, French, or Spanish speaking guide

    • Skip-the-line entry

    • VR Experience with glasses

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Claire Scott

    Claire

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    Interesting history and the architecture is astounding. The guide was interesting and gave information that I would not have known had I just walked in a looked own my own.
    Salvatore Vitiello

    Salvatore

    Aug, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Excellent tour Highly recommend
    Durand Richard Naidoo

    Durand

    Aug, 2025Verified booking

    1/5
    The virtual experience was lovely.
    Elizabeth Baber

    Elizabeth

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Such a fabulous tour, we thoroughly enjoyed it. The tour guide wasn't where the text said, but near the door. Informative, and a great part of the holiday! Thank you
    Susana da Paz Catanho Ferreira

    Susana

    Feb, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
  • Barcelona Cathedral: A gothic exhibition set in stone

    Explore the Gothic architectural masterpiece of the Barcelona Cathedral as you gaze upon its towering spires, intricate carvings, and gargoyle statues peeking from above. The cathedral inside invites you to marvel at the elegant Catalan-style choir and nave, looked upon by high vaulted ceilings – all adorned with sunlight peeking through 14th century stained glass windows. If you look closely, you can see the windows adorned by religious depictions of that century. Your skip-the-line ticket includes an expert guide in multiple languages who will lead you out the Cloister – a serene 14th century courtyard surrounded by covered walkways, and further to the chapel of Saint Lucia.

    14th century time travel: where history meets VR!

    Soak in the 14th century Barcelona charm as you approach the Cloister — a medieval courtyard surrounded by limestone columns right outside the Cathedral. Wander Your guide will take you to the Chapel of Saint Lucia next, where you can learn about the 13 years of Saint Eulalia's life, who was martyred at an early age with 13 swan sculptures depicting her story. Your ticket also offers a 5-minute virtual reality tour that will whisk you to 14th century Barcelona. Excite the child in you as you soar past walls and through the cloister, exploring the crypt & witnessing a city reborn in medieval glory. A true blend of tradition and modern technology!

  • Cathedral of Barcelona

    Monday09:30am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:45pm
    Tuesday09:30am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:45pm
    Wednesday09:30am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:45pm
    Thursday09:30am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:45pm
    Friday09:30am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:45pm
    Saturday09:30am - 05:15pmlast entry 04:30pm
    Sunday02:00pm - 05:00pmlast entry 04:30pm
  • What's not allowed

    • Keep in mind food, beverages, and luggage are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

    • Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography is a no-go inside the venue.

    • Strict dress code: Dress modestly, cover your knees and shoulders as a nod to local sentiments. You cannot enter wearing tank tops, see-through clothing, skirts or trousers shorter than mid-thigh, or swimwear.

    • Hats are not allowed inside the nave or the museum except for religious, spiritual, or health-related reasons.

    Additional Information

    • This tour has a timed entry slot with the guide.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    Meeting point

    • Meet your guide at cathedral café CAFÉ MUSEU.

    • Address: 08002/ C/ Pla de la seu 7 Museu Diocesà, 08002 Barcelona, Spain.

    • Guide Identifier: You will recognize the guide by the blue shirt/jacket with the 'Catedreal' logo.

    Get directions to the meeting point

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