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Introduction
Sagrada Familia is one of the most popular and visited attractions not only in Barcelona and Spain in general, but across Europe. “Sagrada Familia” translates as “Holy Family”, and this architectural structure is one of the main works of the great Antoni Gaudí. In 2005, it was included on the UNESCO list.
Today, anyone can visit this Cathedral, despite the fact that its construction is still ongoing, and this is done only through donations.
Construction work on Sagrada Familia began in 1882, making it one of the most famous long-term construction projects in the world. Every year, hundreds of thousands of tourists from all over the world come here to admire the unusual architecture of this Cathedral.
The Cathedral features complex geometric shapes, and this amazes everyone who visits. The truth is that building this structure required very complex mathematical calculations: today computer programs are used for this, while architect Gaudí performed all the calculations in his head.
UNESCO (2005): a world-famous landmark and a key symbol of Barcelona.
Open to visitors: you can go even while construction continues.
Complex geometry: bold shapes and calculations that still impress today.
On-site museum: drawings, models and the story behind the Cathedral.
Gaudí’s tomb: the complex includes the place where he was buried.
The museum next to the Cathedral
Next to the Sagrada Familia Cathedral there is also a very interesting museum, which displays drawings and projects made by Gaudí himself. You will also be able to see exhibits that tell the history of the Cathedral’s creation. Among other things, this is where the tomb is located, in which Antonio Gaudí was buried.
What to do: guided tours or a self-guided visit
Tour with an English-speaking guide: to visit Sagrada Familia, you can take a tour with an English-speaking guide. The cost of such an excursion is about 55 euros per person, and it lasts from one to three hours.
Tour with a Russian-speaking guide: you also have the opportunity to take a tour of Sagrada Familia with a Russian-speaking guide. The price is about 70 euros for one person or a group (from 1 to 4 participants). The tour lasts exactly 1 hour and takes place only outside — you can enter the Cathedral afterwards.
What to bring: please have an ID document, comfortable shoes and sunglasses with you for the tour.
Visiting on your own: while you are in Barcelona, you can visit Sagrada Familia independently. You can reach the Cathedral by metro — to the station called Sagrada Familia. The attraction itself is visible from almost anywhere in the city.
1-day itinerary: Sagrada Família in one day
Morning: arrive at the Sagrada Familia metro station and start with a walk around the Cathedral to admire the facades from the outside.
Then: join a guided tour (English or Russian) for context, or go inside on your own.
Afterwards: visit the nearby museum to see Gaudí’s drawings and projects, exhibits about the Cathedral’s creation, and the tomb where Antonio Gaudí was buried.
2-day itinerary: take your time with the details
Day 1: explore the Cathedral’s exterior — the complex geometry and unusual forms impress everyone who visits.
Optional: take the 1-hour Russian-speaking tour (outside only), then enter the Cathedral afterwards.
Day 2: choose the English-speaking guided tour (1–3 hours) to better understand the history of the project that started in 1882.
Finish with the museum next to the Cathedral: drawings, projects, and exhibits that tell the story of its creation.
How to get there, opening hours and tickets
Getting there: you can reach the Cathedral by metro — to the station called Sagrada Familia. The attraction itself is visible from almost anywhere in the city.
Opening hours: from April to September, Sagrada Familia is open from 9.00 to 20.00. From November to February, the Cathedral is open from 9.00 to 18.00.
Tickets: an adult ticket costs 35 euros; for students and teenagers under 18 — 13 euros; for children under 11 — free entry.
FAQ: Sagrada Família essentials
What does “Sagrada Família” mean?
It translates as “Holy Family”.
Why is the Cathedral so famous?
It’s one of Antoni Gaudí’s main works and an iconic Barcelona landmark.
Is it still under construction?
Yes, construction is ongoing, but it’s open to visitors.
When did construction begin?
Work began in 1882.
How do I get to Sagrada Família?
Take the metro to the station called “Sagrada Familia”.
Is it visible from many parts of the city?
Yes, the attraction is visible from many areas of Barcelona.
What are the opening hours from April to September?
From April to September it is open from 9.00 to 20.00.
What are the opening hours from November to February?
From November to February it is open from 9.00 to 18.00.
How much is an adult ticket?
An adult ticket costs 35 euros.
How much are tickets for students and under-18s?
For students and teenagers under 18, the ticket is 13 euros.
Do children under 11 pay?
No, children under 11 have free entry.
What can I see in the museum?
Gaudí’s drawings and projects, plus exhibits telling the history of the Cathedral’s creation.
Where is Gaudí buried?
His tomb is located within the Sagrada Família complex.
Is there an English guided tour?
Yes — it lasts 1 to 3 hours and costs about 55 euros per person.
What should I bring for the tour?
An ID document, comfortable shoes and sunglasses.
Does the Russian-speaking tour include the interior?
No, it takes place outside only; you can enter the Cathedral after the tour.
How long is the Russian-speaking tour?
Exactly 1 hour.
What makes the architecture so unique?
The Cathedral has complex geometric shapes and required very complex calculations — today done with software, but Gaudí calculated it all in his head.
