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A Complete Guide to Plan Your Visit to Barcelona Cathedral

Plan Your Visit

The Barcelona Cathedral is a religious monument in the capital of Catalonia, Spain. Here's everything you need to know before visiting this famed attraction. Learn about the mass timings and the time needed to explore this famed Gothic structure. Read about the cathedral’s opening hours, the best time to visit, and other related information.

Barcelona Cathedral Opening Hours

The Barcelona Cathedral is open for cultural and tourist visits on all days of the week except for Sunday.

Weekdays: 10:30 am - 6:30 pm (access will be closed at 6 pm)
Saturdays: 10:30 am - 5 pm (access will be closed at 4:30 pm)

How long does it take to see Barcelona Cathedral?

It will take about two hours to fully explore the Barcelona Cathedral.

When is the best time to visit Barcelona Cathedral?

The best time to visit Barcelona Cathedral is between 5 pm - 6 pm. You can witness the sunset and enjoy the sun-kissed neo-Gothic facade by the main door.

Barcelona Cathedral Mass Timings

Weekdays (Chapel of the Holy Sacrament)

9 am, 11 am, 7:15 pm - Catalan
12 pm - Spanish

Sundays and Holidays (High Altar)

9 am, 1 pm, 7:15 pm - Catalan
10:30 am - Conventual in Catalan with the Francesc Valls Chamber Choir
12 pm, 6 pm - Spanish

Saturdays and Eves of Holidays (Chapel of the Holy Sacrament)

9 am, 11 am - Catalan
12 pm - Spanish

High Altar

6 pm - Spanish
7:15 pm - Catalan

Where Is Barcelona Cathedral Located?

Address: Cathedral of Barcelona, Pla de la Seu, s/n, 08002 Barcelona, Spain.

Find on Map

Located on the gothic shores of the Balearic Sea, the Cathedral is the crown jewel of the Gothic Quarter area in downtown Barcelona. Overlooking the splendid Mediterranean landscape, the Barcelona Cathedral is surrounded by culture, food, and worship.

Getting to Barcelona Cathedral >

Getting to the Barcelona Cathedral

Here are the best ways you can get to Barcelona Cathedral:

By Bus

Take bus number- 45, 47, V15 or V17 to Via Laietana - Plaça Ramon Berenguer bus station. From there, the cathedral is 210 meters away by foot.

By Metro

There are two metro stations close to the cathedral. Take Line L4 on the Yellow Line to reach the Jaume I station. From here, take the 290-meter Carrer de la Palla route to reach the cathedral in under four minutes by walk. Alternatively, you can also take the L3 on the Green Line and get off at Liceu station near the Big Fun Museum. From here, take the 500-meter Carrer de la Palla route to reach the Barcelona Cathedral in under 7 minutes.

By Hop-On Hop-Off

The Hop-On Hop-Off Bus is a tourist bus service dedicated to covering multiple attractions within the city. The nearest stop for Barcelona Cathedral is Catedral - Gòtic.

Driving to Barcelona Cathedral

Getting to Barcelona Cathedral by Car

If you’re traveling from the Barcelona Airport, take the C-31 highway. Continue on B-22 for 1.4 km. Continue on B-22 before taking the exit onto C-31 towards the Barcelona Centre Ciutat.

Continue straight on the C-31 highway for 5 km before taking a right onto the Carrer de Pau Claris junction where the Barcelona Cathedral is located.

This 14.2 km route will take you from the airport to the cathedral in under 20 minutes.

Parking Facilities Near Barcelona Cathedral

The Barcelona Cathedral has two dedicated parking spaces and two public parking lots in close proximity.

The Laietana Princesa Car Park is four minutes from the cathedral. It is also within 100 meters of the Jaume I, Yellow Line, metro station.
The NN Palau de la Música Car Park is located 6 minutes from the Barcelona Cathedral. The car park is also close to the Urquinaona metro station.
The SABA BAMSA Francesc Cambó Car Park is three minutes from the cathedral.

Suggested Route

The Barcelona Cathedral has spell bounding sights all around. Start at the main door- It's built with a large Gothic arch and an archivolt.
Take in the glass-stained window facade at the entrance.
Proceed towards the elegant Catalan-Gothic style choir section that commenced construction in 1390.
Gaze at the Door of Saint Ivo (located under one of the bell towers), the oldest door in the Barcelona Cathedral. It was also the main entrance to the historical monument for over 500 years.
Go to the rooftop via the elevators to view the two bell towers, the two lateral pinnacles, and the picturesque landscape of Barcelona.

5. Visit the large pond at the Cloister, home to the thirteen magical white geese of the Cathedral.

6. Proceed to the Museum of the Cathedral near the Cloister. While it was originally a soup kitchen for the poor, you can now view notable paintings and art pieces by legendary artists.

7. Visit the magnificent Chapel of the Holy Sacrament and the serene Chapel of Holy Christ of Lepanto, constructed by Arnau Bargués in 1407.

8. Proceed to the Chapter house, a beautiful gallery decorated with the work of Pau Prim, a renowned artist.

9. Before exiting, check out the Cathedral Gift Shop for some exciting souvenirs.

Interesting facts about Barcelona Cathedral >

Shop at Barcelona Cathedral

The Cathedral Gift Shop has a wide range of exclusive souvenirs. Crafted mugs, wrapping paper, books, and posters are some of the unique products available for your purchase. The gift shop features decadent pendants, elegant rosaries, and wholesome angel figurines.

The Cathedral Gift Shop has been spreading the spiritual goodness of the Barcelona Cathedral for over 30 years now.

Is There a Dress Code To Visit Barcelona Cathedral?

Befitting the nature of a church, knees and shoulders should be covered before entering the cathedral. There are also stalls selling shawls around the premises.
Cameras and photography are allowed inside the cathedral.

Things to Do Nearby

La Boqueria Market

This exotic meat produce market is Barcelona's busiest indoor area for food enthusiasts. Located just 600 meters from the Barcelona Cathedral, the La Boqueria market is less than seven minutes away by walk.

Ciutadella Park

Visit one of Barcelona’s oldest parks dating back to the late 1800s. Complete with a zoo, a boating lake, museums, and serene walk paths, the Ciutadella Park is 11 minutes away from the cathedral.

Hemp Museum Gallery

This fascinating museum showcases the rich history and educates visitors on the various uses of hemp and cannabis. Housed in a 15th-century palace, this museum is less than seven minutes away from the Barcelona Cathedral on foot.

Sagrada Familia

Antoni Gaudí's historic unfinished church is one of the most surreal and picturesque sights in Barcelona. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is around 11 minutes away by car.

Picasso Museum

A classic homage to arguably the greatest artist to grace the canvas, the Picasso Museum is home to over 4,000 artworks by Pablo Picasso. This art studio is just seven minutes away from the cathedral by foot.