Scenic spot introduction:

Sagrada Familia (also translated as "Holy Family Church" and abbreviated as "Sagrada Familia") is the lifelong masterpiece of Spanish architect Antonio Gaudi. The church is located in the center of Barcelona in the Catalonia region of Spain. Construction began in 1884. Although it has not been completed yet, it has become a must-visit place for every tourist in Barcelona.

Attractions distribution:

Sagrada Familia (also translated as "Holy Family Church", abbreviated as "Sagrada Familia") is a symbolic building that combines the neo-Gothic style of the first designer Francesc de Paula Del Villar and the modernist natural style of Gaudi. The exterior of the church has three facades: Nativity , west side Passion and the glory side on the south side, now only the Nativity and Passion There are four bell towers on each side, representing the twelve disciples of Jesus, and the six bell towers in the center of the building represent the twelve disciples of Jesus. Tower The dome-covered back half symbolizes the Virgin Mary, and the walls of the church are inspired by nature such as caves, mountains, flowers, plants and animals.
Gaudi once said: "Straight lines belong to humans, and curves belong to God." The Sagrada Familia, known as God's masterpiece, replaced all straight lines and planes with spirals, cones, hyperbolas, and parabolas, making this magnificent building full of dynamic melody and becoming a miracle in architectural history.

Scenic spot features:

Gothic, cultural tour, church, western architecture, church
Attraction Address
Travel Guide

Travel Notes of Travellers:

  • Travel Guide: Spain 7-Day Travel Guide 2017

Best time to visit:

All seasons

Tourist Transportation

Scenic spot location:

Europe > Spain > Barcelona

How to get there:

Take the metro in downtown Barcelona and get off at Sagrada Familia station.

Scenic area map:

3D real scene of scenic spot

Attraction Tickets

Ticket prices for Sagrada Familia:

Entrance fee: 8 euros/person, guided tour: 11.5 euros/person.

Elevator: 2 EUR/person.

Scenic area opening hours:

November to February: 9:00-18:00,

March, September, October: 9:00-19:00

April - August: 9:00 - 20:00.

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