Cathedral of Barcelona
Attraction
4.6 (63036 reviews)
Imposing Gothic cathedral with geese-filled cloisters, offering guided tours & city-wide views.
Pla de la Seu, s/n, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
+34 933 42 82 60
Did You Know?
Years of Construction
Construction of the Barcelona Cathedral began over 720 years ago on the site of a Romanesque church, which had originally been an early Christian basilica.
Architectural Style
The façade and lantern of Barcelona Cathedral weren't built until the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century, resulting in a Gothic Revival style.
Official Name
The official name of the Barcelona Cathedral is the Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia, one of the patron saints of Barcelona.
Roman Origins
The Gothic Quarter, where the cathedral is located, still holds ruins of the ancient Roman city of Barcino, the original name for Barcelona.
Highlights from Reviews
• stunning architecture
The Gothic architecture, with its intricate details, towering spires, and stone carvings, is consistently praised as stunning and majestic.
• panoramic rooftop views
Many reviewers recommend visiting the rooftop for its panoramic views of the city and the Gothic Quarter.
• charming geese cloister
The cloister with 13 resident geese is a unique and charming feature that many visitors enjoy.
• central Gothic Quarter
The cathedral's location in the heart of the Gothic Quarter makes it easily accessible and a central point for exploring the area.
• beautiful stained glass
The stained glass windows are frequently mentioned for their beauty and the soft light they cast inside the cathedral.
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