Barcelona Cathedral Tickets

Crypt of Saint Eulalia

The Crypt of Saint Eulalia is located beneath the high altar and contains the remains of the co-patron of the city. Visitors can see the marble sarcophagus, which dates to the 14th century and features relief carvings depicting the life of the saint.

The space is accessed by a wide staircase in the center of the nave, leading to a vaulted chamber decorated with stone ribs and bosses. The tomb rests on columns with capitals, and the surrounding walls house several smaller burial sites. This underground area serves as a focal point for the religious identity of the cathedral, showing the transition between late Romanesque and early Gothic burial traditions.

Photo: “Barcelona Cathedral Interior - Crypt of Santa Eulalia” by Archaeodontosaurus.

Choir

The choir occupies the center of the main nave and contains two rows of carved wooden stalls dating back to the 14th and 15th centuries. Barcelona Cathedral tickets allow visitors to examine the heraldic shields painted on the seat backs, which represent the members of the Order of the Golden Fleece from the 1519 meeting.

The structure is enclosed by a white marble trasaltar that features relief sculptures depicting scenes from the life of Saint Eulalia. A vaulted canopy covers the episcopal throne, showing the craftsmanship of the Gothic period. This central space serves as the primary area for the cathedral chapter during liturgical celebrations and displays the transition of artistic styles through its decorative masonry and woodwork.

Photo: “Choir of the Cathedral of Barcelona” by Matthias Kabel.

Cloister

The cloister is a quadrangular space accessible through the side doors of the cathedral. It contains a garden with palm trees and a fountain where thirteen white geese live to represent the age of Saint Eulalia.

Around the perimeter, visitors find several chapels dedicated to the guilds and brotherhoods of the city. The galleries feature vaulted ceilings and floor stones engraved with symbols of the trades that funded the construction. This area also provides entry to the cathedral shop and the museum. The architecture maintains a uniform style that complements the main building while offering a space for transition between the different ecclesiastical rooms of the complex.

Photo: “Barcelona Cathedral - The fountain of the cloister” by Archaeodontosaurus.

Rooftop

The rooftops of the cathedral are accessible via an elevator located in the side chapel of the Holy Innocents. From this elevation, visitors can observe the architectural details of the bell towers, the pinnacles, and the central dome. The walkways allow for a 360-degree view of the city, including the Gothic Quarter and the surrounding skyline. The structural elements such as the flying buttresses and the drainage systems are visible from this perspective.

This area provides a vantage point to see the contrast between the historic stone masonry of the cathedral and the modern urban development of the city. The visit to the roof completes the tour of the building’s vertical layout.

Photo: “Barcelona from the rooftop of the cathedral (Barcelona, Catalonia)” by Panoramio.

Closing days and special dates

The schedule for the cathedral remains subject to modification based on the liturgical calendar and religious celebrations. During festivities such as the feast of Saint Eulalia around February 12th or the Corpus Christi celebrations in June, access to certain areas like the crypt or the nave might be restricted to accommodate ceremonies.

While the building remains open most days of the year, specific holidays may result in shortened hours for tourist visits or complete closure for cultural tours to prioritize worship. It is a standard practice to check for updates during Holy Week and Christmas to confirm the availability of the rooftops and the museum.

How to get there

The cathedral is located in the center of the Gothic Quarter and is accessible through several public transportation options:

• Visitors can use the metro system, taking Line 4 to the Jaume I station or Line 3 to the Liceu station, both within walking distance of the main entrance.
• Multiple bus lines, including the V15, V17, and 47, stop at Via Laietana near the plaza.
• For those arriving from Plaça de Catalunya, the walk takes approximately 10 minutes through the historic streets.

The central location makes it a transition point for various routes exploring the old city and its surroundings.

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Accessibility

The cathedral provides facilities to accommodate visitors with reduced mobility. There is a step-free entrance located on Carrer del Bisbe that leads directly into the cloister, allowing access to the main floor of the temple without using the stairs at the front facade. An elevator is available to reach the rooftops, ensuring that the views of the city are accessible to all guests.

While most of the interior areas, including the nave and the museum, are on a level surface, some specific spots like the crypt may have architectural limitations. The staff remains available to assist with directions to the ramps and adapted pathways throughout the complex.