Barcelona Cathedral: Tickets

Barcelona Cathedral - Tickets and Visitor Information

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What is Barcelona Cathedral?

• Barcelona Cathedral or La Seu is one of the city's oldest and most important landmarks.
• Standing in the heart of the Gothic Quarter, the cathedral dates back to the 13th century and is known for its Gothic architecture, beautiful cloister, rooftop views and the 13 white geese that live there.
• While many visitors head straight to Sagrada Família, Barcelona Cathedral offers a quieter experience and provides a fascinating look at the city's medieval history.

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Helpful Information

• Address: Barcelona Cathedral, Plaça de la Seu, 08002, Barcelona
• Opening Hours: 09:30 - 18:30
• Nearest Metro: Jaume I (L4) or Urquinaona (L1/L4)
• Official Name: Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia
• Suggested Visit Duration: 1-2 hours
• Ticket Options

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Is Barcelona Cathedral Worth Visiting?

Yes. Barcelona Cathedral is one of the city's most impressive Gothic landmarks and is often quieter than Sagrada Família.

• Visitors can admire centuries-old Gothic architecture, explore the peaceful cloister with its famous white geese, and enjoy panoramic views from the rooftop.
• Built between the 13th and 15th centuries, the cathedral offers a look into Barcelona's medieval past.

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What You Can See At Barcelona Cathedral

• The architecture, Gothic nave and soaring vaulted ceilings.
• The peaceful cloister, home to the cathedral's famous 13 white geese.
• Panoramic views from the rooftop terrace.
• The beautifully carved choir stalls.
• The Chapel and Crypt of Saint Eulalia.

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About Barcelona Cathedral

Barcelona Cathedral stands on the site of an earlier Christian basilica and a later Romanesque cathedral, both of which occupied the same location before the current Gothic cathedral was built. It is also the official seat of the Archbishop of Barcelona.

Construction of the current cathedral began in 1298 and was completed in the mid-15th century, during the reign of King Alfonso V of Aragon. Its official name is "Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia" and it is dedicated to Saint Eulalia, the co-patron saint of Barcelona.

Cathedral Highlights

• ‍The Cloister: The peaceful cloister and its garden are home to 13 white geese, symbolising Saint Eulalia's age when she was martyred. The garden has palm trees, an orange tree, and a water fountain and pond dating back to the 15th century. Access to the cloister is through a doorway believed to contain white marble from the original Romanesque cathedral, making parts of it more than 700 years old.
• ‍The Rooftop: Accessible by lift, the rooftop offers panoramic views across Barcelona's Gothic Quarter. Visitors can also see the cathedral's bell towers, along with the lateral pinnacles and the cimborio, which is crowned by the Holy Cross, and allows natural light into the cathedral.
• ‍The Golden Fleece Choir Stalls: The intricate choir stalls are designed in Catalan Gothic style and feature shields painted by Juan de Borgoña which date back between 1517 and 1518, and represent the knights of the Order of the Golden Fleece.
• ‍The Chapter Hall: Originally a soup kitchen, the space is now a museum and displays art that dates back to the 15th century and other artefacts. You can see the 11th century baptismal font which was also in the original building. The room is also home to a monstrance' made from silver and gold and is linked to the throne of King Martin the Humane.
• ‍The Saint Christ of Lepanto's Chapel: Constructed in 1407 by Arnau Bargués, and served as the Chapterhouse until 1676. It is dedicated to worship and prayer and houses the mausoleum of Saint Olegarius. It is also home to a figurine of Christ of Lepanto, which is believed to have miraculously missed a cannonball fired at it during the 1571 battle of Lepanto when it was on a ship.
• ‍The Bell Tower: The cathedral's two Gothic bell towers rise to around 70 metres above the Gothic Quarter and are amongst Barcelona's most recognisable landmarks. While visitors cannot climb the towers themselves, they can admire them from the rooftop terrace.
• ‍The Crypt: The crypt beneath the cathedral preserves the relics of Saint Eulalia, the co-patron saint of Barcelona, allowing visitors to pay their respects.

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