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Which Sagrada Familia entrance should you use with your tickets?

Important Sagrada Familia entrance update

Due to public works on Carrer de la Marina, Sagrada Familia entrances will be temporarily affected. From November to May, groups are directed to the Marina–Mallorca corner, while individual visitors are directed to the Marina–Provença corner. Exit access through Carrer de la Marina remains unaffected.

Sagrada Familia entrance location and getting there

There are 3 entrances to the Sagrada Familia - the general entrance, the entrance for group visits, and the entrance for school visits. Here’s everything you need to know about it.

General entrance

Note: From November to May, access for individual visitors is temporarily directed to the Marina–Provença corner due to roadworks. Follow on-site signage for the updated entrance.

Who can use it? Individual visitors and small groups (fewer than 9 people) without a guide.

Where is it? Right side of the Nativity Façade.

How to reach? Reach the Nativity Façade via Carrer de Mallorca and enter through the right-side gate on Carrer de la Marina.
Nearest metro station: Sagrada Familia (L2/L5)

Entrance timings: Open daily, 9am to 6pm

Average wait time: Visitors with pre-booked tickets can enter quickly. Without advance tickets, expect to wait up to 45 minutes, especially between 11am and 2pm.

Facilities: Step-free accessible entry for wheelchair users

Group entrance

Note: Between November and May, group entry is temporarily handled at the Marina–Mallorca corner because of ongoing public works. Clear signage will guide groups to the correct access point.

Who can use it? Pre-booked guided tours and groups of 9 or more visitors.

Where is it? Left side of the Nativity Façade.

How to reach? Walk toward the Nativity Façade via Carrer de Mallorca, then use the left-side gate on Carrer de la Marina.
Nearest metro station: Sagrada Familia (L2/L5)

Entrance timings: Open daily, 9am to 6pm

Average wait time: Advanced bookings will help you enter the attraction without waiting in the queue. Without pre-booked tickets, you may have to wait up anywhere from 30 mins to 2 hours depending on the time of the year.

Facilities: Step-free accessible entry for wheelchair users

Entrance for school visits

Who can use it? School groups with official, pre-booked educational visits.

Where is it? On Carrer de la Sardenya.

How to reach? Head to Carrer de la Sardenya. The school group entrance is located on the opposite side of the Nativity Façade.
Nearest metro station: Sagrada Familia (L2/L5) via Sardenya exit

Entrance timings: Open only during scheduled visits

Average wait time: Most school visits are scheduled from March to May and September to early November. Pre-booked groups are usually admitted on time with little to no waiting.

Facilities: Step-free accessible entry for wheelchair users

Complete breakdown of Sagrada Familia entrances

Address: Carrer Mallorca, 401 08013, Barcelona, Spain

Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia, located in the city of Barcelona in Spain, on Carrer Mallorca, right opposite Placa de Gaudi, was designed by the renowned Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi. A landmark church, it is one of the most popular attractions of Barcelona and one of its most important monuments. Read on to learn more about Sagrada Familia entrances.

Metro train traveling through cityscape at dusk, Singapore

Bus: You can access the general or group entrance from the Mallorca - Marina stop, which is about 150 meters away from the basilica. Or, you can access the rear entrance on c/de la Sardenya from the Sagrada Familia stop.

Metro: Take lines L2 or L5 to reach Sagrada Familia. You can access both, general and group entrances.

Getting to Sagrada Familia
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The Sagrada Familia is accessible to wheelchair users. The wheelchair entrance is located at the back of the church, on c/ de la Sardenya.

Navigating the Basilica:

  • Lifts: Lifts are available at both entrances and provide access to different levels of the Sagrada Familia.
  • Ramps: Ramps are available throughout the basilica, allowing easy access to most areas.
  • Accessible restrooms: Accessible restrooms are located near the entrances and on different levels of the basilica.

How to enter the Sagrada Familia?

To enter the Sagrada Familia, visitors must have a timed ticket. Entry points are assigned based on whether you are visiting individually or as part of a group. During the temporary entrance changes, individual visitors are directed to Marina–Provença, while groups are directed to Marina–Mallorca.

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Visitor tips

  • Yes, you've booked your fast-track tickets (smart move!), but don’t cut it too close. You’ll still need to pass through a security check, and queues can form even for fast-track entry. Aim to reach 15-20 minutes early to avoid a rushed start.
  • There’s more than one way in, but not all are for visitors! Most ticketed entries happen through the Carrer de la Marina side (near the Nativity Façade), so follow the signs and don’t accidentally queue at the wrong gate. Entry is strictly tied to your time slot, no early birds or latecomers allowed.
  • You don’t need to print your ticket, your mobile QR code is enough. But make sure your phone’s charged, the screen brightness is up, and the PDF or app is open before you get to the gate.
  • Late mornings and early afternoons (11 am to 3pm) are usually the busiest. For a quieter experience, and better light for photos, go early in the morning or late afternoon after 4pm. You’ll also find fewer crowds in the cooler months, especially November to February.
  • Security checks are similar to airport scans. Skip bulky bags, sharp items (even pocket knives or scissors), and tripods. There’s no luggage storage on-site, and you don’t want to be turned away after queuing.
  • Once you’re in, you can’t go back out and return. Make sure you’ve eaten, hydrated, and visited the loo (located just outside the entrance) before entering.
  • Each of Sagrada Familia’s façades tells a unique story. The Nativity side (lush with symbolism) and Passion side (bold and stark) are best viewed from the outside. Take your time to admire and snap photos before you scan your ticket.

Frequently asked questions about Sagrada Familia entrances

No. Entrances are assigned based on whether you are visiting individually or as part of a group, and may change temporarily due to public works.

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