Barcelona Cathedral Tickets

Barcelona Cathedral is definitely worth visiting if you like architecture and buildings steeped in history, having been built between the 13th - 15th centuries. A magnificent holy building known for its gothic architecture.

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What you can see when visiting Barcelona Cathedral

The Cathedral Floor & Cloister
The Roof
The Golden Fleece Choir Stalls
The Chapter Hall
The Saint Chris of Lepanto's Chapel

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‍About Barcelona Cathedral

Built on the foundations of the Basilica and Romanesque Cathedral that previously stood there, construction of the current Barcelona Cathedral started in 1298 and was completed around the mid 15-century during the rule of King Alfonso V of Aragon.

The official title of the cathedral is the 'Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia' with Saint Eulalia being the co-patron saint of Barcelona.

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The Cathedral Floor and Cloister

You can visit the Cloister of the Cathedral and the gardens with the fountain that are home to the 13 white geese that live at the cathedral.

The Rooftop

The rooftop is accessed via elevator. You can enjoy the incredible views of Barcelona from the roof. You can also see the two bell towers, the two lateral pinnacles, the cimborio crowned by the Holy Cross which helps to let natural light into the cathedral and you can look down on the cloister of the cathedral.

The Golden Fleece Choir Stalls

The incredibly intricate golden fleece choir stalls that are designed in a Catalan Gothic style. The shields were painted by Juan de Borgoña between 1517 & 1518 and represent the knights of the order of the Golden Fleece.

The Chapter Hall

Converted into a museum space, the Historic Chapter Hall was originally used as a soup kitchen for the poor. Now home to various art pieces and other artifacts for visitors to enjoy.

The Saint Christ of Lepanto's Chapel

Constructed in 1407 by Arnau Bargués, the chapel was actually the Chapterhouse until 1676 until Saint Olegarius was canonized and it became his mausoleum. The chapel is dedicated to worship and prayer.

‍The Bell Tower

The Bell Tower is one of the most recognizable features of the cathedral, known as the "Giralda." the Bell Tower on the Barcelona Cathedral stands at around 70 meters tall and offers panoramic views of the city.

‍The Crypt

The cathedral has a crypt underneath it where the relics of Saint Eulalia are kept and preserved. Visitors can see the crypt to pay their respects to the patron saint of Barcelona.

Useful Information About Barcelona Cathedral

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How To Get There

Barcelona Cathedral, Pla de la Seu, s/n 08002, Barcelona

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Opening Hours

Monday: 09:30 - 18:30
Tuesday: 09:30 - 18:30
Wednesday: 09:30 - 18:30
Thursday: 09:30 - 18:30
Friday: 09:30 - 18:30
Saturday: 09:30 - 17:15
Sunday: 14:00 - 17:00