{"id":13139,"date":"2026-09-22T12:17:09","date_gmt":"2026-09-22T12:17:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sagradafamilia.ticket-barcelona.org\/?post_type=tours&p=13139"},"modified":"2026-10-13T06:56:16","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T06:56:16","slug":"sagrada-familia-surroundings","status":"publish","type":"tours","link":"https:\/\/sagradafamilia.ticket-barcelona.org\/en\/tours\/sagrada-familia-surroundings\/","title":{"rendered":"October & November Special \u2013 Guided Tour of the Sagrada Familia Surroundings"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

About the Sagrada Familia<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Sagrada Familia<\/strong> is the most iconic work of Antoni Gaud\u00ed<\/strong> and one of Barcelona\u2019s greatest landmarks. Construction began in 1882, and this impressive basilica combines architecture, nature and religious symbolism<\/strong> in a unique design. During this tour, you will discover from the outside the details that make this monument one of Gaud\u00ed\u2019s most recognisable works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What you will see during the tour<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Explore the surroundings of the Sagrada Familia accompanied by a guide<\/strong> and discover its impressive fa\u00e7ades, sculptures and architectural elements. Learn about the meaning behind its main details and the religious symbolism<\/strong> present in Gaud\u00ed\u2019s work, as well as the history of its construction and its evolution to the present day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The tour focuses on the exterior of the basilica<\/strong>, allowing you to admire its fa\u00e7ades up close and discover how Gaud\u00ed\u2019s architecture incorporates forms inspired by nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cArchitecture creates space, and nature fills it with life.\u201d \u2014<\/em> Antoni Gaud\u00ed<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interesting facts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Antoni Gaud\u00ed<\/strong> dedicated much of the final years of his life to the Sagrada Familia project.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • The Nativity Facade<\/strong> was directly supervised by Gaud\u00ed and is filled with elements inspired by nature.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • The Passion Facade<\/strong>, built after Gaud\u00ed\u2019s death, features a very different sculptural style.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Construction of the basilica has continued since it began in 1882<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    What’s included<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    • Guided walking tour of the exterior of the Sagrada Familia.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Qualified guide<\/strong> throughout the tour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Explanations about the basilica\u2019s architecture, history and symbolism.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      What’s not included<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      • Entrance tickets to the interior of the Sagrada Familia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Access to the towers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Gratuities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        What to bring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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        • Comfortable shoes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Weather-appropriate clothing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Sun protection is recommended on sunny days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Languages<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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          • Spanish, English and French.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            Important information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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            • Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Your guide will be waiting for you in front of KFC, at Avenida de Gaud\u00ed, 1<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • The activity takes place exclusively outside the Sagrada Familia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • If you arrive late, joining the tour cannot be guaranteed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • We recommend checking the weather forecast, as the activity takes place outdoors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • The tour is wheelchair accessible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Animals and pets are allowed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • The tour is accessible with a stroller or baby pram.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Public transport is available nearby.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Cancellation policy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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              • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                Meeting point<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                • In front of KFC, Avenida de Gaud\u00ed, 1, Eixample, 08025 Barcelona, Spain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  How to get there<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                  • Metro:<\/strong> Sagrada Familia station, lines L2 and L5.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Bus:<\/strong> Several bus lines stop near the Sagrada Familia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • On foot:<\/strong> The meeting poi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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