Sagrada Familia private tours

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Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Spain, illuminated during golden hour with surrounding trees and buildings.
























































From happy customers

Loved by 48 million+
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Werczberger Anamaria Cristina
RO

Werczberger

Romania
Feb 2026

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This it was my favorite place in Barcelona, it is simply impressive and amazing. We made the tour with a guide, Barbara, which was amazing. The way she spoke us about Sagrada Familya made a huge difference from just a beautiful place to an amazing experience. I highly recomand you to visit Sagrada Familya and if you have Barbara as a guide it is double win 😍
Monique Dongelmans

Monique

Jan 2026

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We thoroughly enjoyed the tour of the Sagrada Familia. The guide told us about the church with such passion and kept a close eye on our group. It was a truly wonderful and enjoyable experience :)
Emre albayrak
TR

Emre

Turkey
Jan 2026

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The mobile app was very useful and informative. The Barcelona hop-on hop-off tour was very sensible, and we couldn't have seen everything in one day on our own. Thanks to this tour, we got a complete tour of Barcelona. We did the full tour and then got off at the stops we liked. You can get off at any stop you want and then get back on the bus. Getting around the city on your own might end up costing you more in tickets, so this tour makes more sense. I'm attaching some photos of the beautiful sights we captured from the bus :)
donatella brusca

Donatella

Jan 2026

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I tried Barcelona's Hop On – Hop Off service during a weekend visit and, overall, it was an interesting and useful experience, especially for those visiting the city for the first time. You can hop on and off whenever you want, which is really convenient if you want to explore the city at your own pace. We purchased the 48-hour pass so we could cover all the lines. The service covers many of the main attractions such as the Sagrada Família, Casa Batlló, and Barceloneta, with panoramic views from the open-top bus. The staff are always polite and helpful—I recommend it.
Kerstin Mausbach
DE

Kerstin

Germany
Jan 2026

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I really liked the whole park. It's very impressive what Gaudi created there. I particularly liked the Gaudi Museum, the unique architecture and nature and of course the view.
Carlotta Cribiori
IT

Carlotta

Italy
Dec 2025

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We visited following the audio book the whole park. Memorable. There were a lot of people but well distributed at the various attraction points. Accurate description in the audio book.
David Alexandre de Jesus Ornelas
PT

David

Portugal
Dec 2025

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The tickets were delivered quickly and the experience was great. The only difficulty was to download the audioguides through the official Sagrada Familia app, but with the help of the staff we were able to make it.
Nedelea Rucsandra-Mihaela-Renata
RO

Nedelea

Romania
Dec 2025

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i loved sagrada so much that i ve remained with my mouth open all the visit. It exceeded my expectations !! Please visit inside at 2:30pm you won't regret it (at this hour the lights outside can be seen inside at their most beautiful, also choose a day when it doesn't rain, unfortunately we didn't catch the full potential but it was still spectacular). P.S.: the most spectacular thing inside the Sagrada Familia are the lights, be careful with the weather so you can enjoy the maximum potential

Why choose a private tour of Sagrada Familia?

✔️ Comfort and flexibility

Choose your start time and explore without interruptions. Headsets are provided when needed for clarity and comfort.

✔️ Expert insights

Your tour is led by a licensed guide with architectural expertise, fluent in your language, tailoring commentary to your interests.

✔️ Your experience, at your pace

Move freely without following a fixed group route. Private tours allow you to linger at stunning details or skip ahead to less-crowded areas.

✔️ Priority entry

Enjoy a seamless visit with skip-the-line entry included. Move directly into the Sagrada Familia with your private guide, avoiding queues entirely.

What to expect on a private tour of Sagrada Familia

Tour guide with tourists at Sagrada Familia entrance on a sunny day in Barcelona.
  • Meet your expert guide at the entrance: Begin your journey at the designated meeting point in front of the Sagrada Familia. Your expert guide (usually a licensed architect or historian) welcomes you and outlines the tour’s personalized itinerary while ensuring a swift check-in process with skip-the-line benefits.
  • Explore architectural masterpieces at your own pace: Your guide directs you to critical features such as the Nativity and Passion facades. Each area is explored with thorough explanations of style, symbolism, and historical context, transforming the basilica into a living history lesson.
  • Customized route through the Sagrada Familia: Your guide crafts a route based on your interests, whether that means focusing on Gaudí’s unique techniques or exploring hidden details rarely highlighted in group tours. Expect stories behind each element and unique insights.
  • Flexible scheduling and special requests: Need extra time at a particular section or want to skim over an exhibit? Private tours offer flexible scheduling and customization options, ensuring that every moment aligns with your personal interests.

Meet your expert guide

Not just anyone can lead a private Sagrada Familia tour. Your guide is a licensed architect or historian, often with advanced degrees in architectural studies or cultural heritage, and years of experience bringing Gaudí’s vision to life. They know the basilica inside out, from hidden passageways to the best crowd-free timings, and subtle details that make the architecture unforgettable.

Expect more than facts. A private guide becomes a storyteller, curator, and conversation partner, ready to adapt the pace, depth, and focus of the tour to your interests. With them, the Sagrada Familia feels less like a tourist site and more like a place of personal discovery.

Private tours vs Standard guided tours

FeaturePrivate tourGuided group tour

Personalization

Customize the route to your interests

Follows a structured route covering major highlights only

Group size

Just you & your group

Mixed participants, 15–25 people

Guide’s focus

100% on you

Shared with the group

Atmosphere

Quiet, intimate, stress-free

Can feel rushed/crowded

Best for

In-depth, tailored experience

Overview of the highlights

Highlights covered on your private tour

Sagrada Familia Nativity Facade tree trunk column detail in Barcelona, Spain.

Nativity Facade

Marvel at the intricate sculptures depicting the birth of Jesus, showcasing Gaudí's unique style and attention to detail.

Sagrada Familia Passion façade with crane in Barcelona under construction.
Sagrada Familia interior view of ornate columns and ceiling in Barcelona.
Stained glass windows of Sagrada Familia with vibrant colors illuminating the interior.
Sagrada Familia Cathedral facade with intricate spires in Barcelona, designed by Antonio Gaudi.

Frequently asked questions about private tours

Private tours typically last around 2 to 3 hours, allowing you to explore the Sagrada Familia at your own pace.

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