Comments on: Barcelona: Tips for visiting the Sagrada Familia

By: The Jetset Boyz

The Jetset Boyz — Fri, 26 Jul 2019 16:47:06 +0000

In 2017 it was our third visit to Antoni Gaudi’s fabulous La Sagrada Familia and yet again we were in awe!

The detail in this cathedral is mind blowing… from a distance, it looks very Gothic in nature but then you get closer and every single element leaves your jaw hanging. From the lighting, the tree-like columns, the sculpture… It’s safe to say we have witnessed a work of art in the making!

Ironically, the most visited building in Barcelona had been building without a legal permit from the municipality. Only recently permission has been given to La Sagrada Familia, in April 2019, after 134 years of construction working. They’re aiming to finish construction by June 2026 – this will coincide with the 100th anniversary of Gaudí’s death.

By: Melissa Blackson

Melissa Blackson — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 19:46:41 +0000

I really find your writing fun and informative!

My 3 older teen daughters and I will be visiting Barcelona (for the 1st time) prior to a cruise on Aug 4th – 6th. We arrive on Thursday the 4th at 10 AM and would like to visit La Sagrada, including the towers, as well as Park Guell. What times would you suggest?

Also, any suggestion on salsa dance lessons and performances for that same night?

By: Craig Nelson

Craig Nelson — Mon, 28 Mar 2016 12:42:11 +0000

Hi Maria,
It looks like they never posted the schedule for 2016. You might want to stop by on your first day in Barcelona to try to find out. Or maybe try to call or check their facebook and twitter pages.

By: Maria A. Lozano

Maria A. Lozano — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 16:30:07 +0000

will be in Barcelona on 30th of April and would like to attend Holy Mass in the evening. Do you know what time mass is celebrated? I cannot seem to find it on their website. Thank you so much.

By: Regina W Bryan

Regina W Bryan — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 17:22:16 +0000

thanks hidden europe. I didn’t include the Mass bit but you’re right, it’s a working church and people can attend mass and pray there. still, if one is not catholic, perhaps not best to go that route…

By: hidden europe

hidden europe — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 17:10:29 +0000

Lovely piece, though it does present the Basilica more as a tourist attraction than a real living church that is very much used and valued by the local community. Honestly, the best way to see Sagrada Familia is by going to Mass which is celebrated twice each weekday and five times on Sundays. The 8.15pm Mass on Mons-Fris is in Catalan, as indeed are many other Masses too. But this one is nicely timed to allow for quiet contemplation and reflection before heading out for the evening. It is a chance for busy travellers to pause and allow their souls to catch up with them. We really think that this is the best way to experience Sagarada Familia. And it costs not a cent.

And surely it is Holy Family in English rather than Sacred Family.

By: Thomas Meyers

Thomas Meyers — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:59:47 +0000

Whoops! Thanks for the correction, Jaun… err., Juan!

By: Juan

Juan — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:04:31 +0000

Nice article! Just one correction, it´s Gaudí not Guadí 🙂

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antoni_Gaud%C3%AD