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Basilica de Santa Maria Del Mar Tour
1-2 hours
An immersive guided experience in this Barcelona basilica!
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Overview
Get acquainted with Barcelona’s medieval history with an official guided tour of the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar, the crown jewel of Catalan Gothic architecture.
Built by Barcelona's seafaring community almost 700 years ago, the Basilica de Santa Maria tells a story of faith, resilience, and civic pride.
You’ll be led by a professional and friendly guide through the soaring nave, silent chapels, and atmospheric crypt. Being part of a guided tour will ensure you see the symbolic highlights that solo visitors sometimes overlook.
Finally, you’ll ascend to the rooftop terraces for a spectacular 360-degree view of Barcelona, including the Gothic Quarter, and all the way out to the sparkling Mediterranean Sea.
Whether you’re interested in history, an architecture enthusiast, or a traveler who loves unique experiences, this special tour offers rich storytelling and memories to last a lifetime.
Basilica de Santa Maria Del Mar Highlights
See all the symbolic elements of the Basilica
You’ll visit the iconic nave, silent chapels, and unique crypt
A stunning view
Ascend to the terrace for a panoramic view of Barcelona
Captivating storytelling
Your professional English-speaking guide will share the secrets of the Basilica with you
What's included
Entrance to the Basilica and rooftop terrace
Guided tour in English
Reservations
Booking required
Book your visit in the Go City app. You will need your order number and the email address you booked with to make a reservation. Remember that your pass must be valid at the time of your visit. You can book up to 10 days in advance.
Please note:
Please arrive at least 5-10 minutes before your reservation time. Late arrivals are considered no-shows and will not be eligible for a refund or rebooking.
Plans changed?
You can view and amend your reservation in the Go City app. Cancellations or amendments must be made at least 1 hour before the scheduled tour. If you fail to cancel or amend your booking within this window, your pass will not be eligible for a refund or rebooking.
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View all attractionsWhere you'll be
Passeig del Born, 5, 08003 Barcelona, Barcelona, SpainWhere you'll meet
Passeig del Born, 5, 08003 Barcelona
Meet your guide at the back entrance of Santa Maria del Mar.
How to get there
Pg. Born - Pla de Palau stop: Bus lines V15, V19, and 47
Jaume I (Line 4 - Yellow Line) – about 5 minutes walking distance. Estació de França – about 7 minutes walking distance.
Standard opening hours
Closings & holidays
Tuesdays
Religious holidays
Find out more
For more information, visit the Tours for Today website.
super Fühung
andrea ·sehr schöne Kirche, wir hatten eine Führung für uns alleine, er hat uns alles sehr gut erzählt, es hat uns sehr gut gefallen
Lovely tour guide Anna
Ali C ·Anna was an amazing guide! She was upbeat and her explanation of the basilica’s history was comprehensive without feeling long-winded, starting from its raison d’être to its modern day modifications like the olympic stained glass window. Her personal connection with the city and the basilica further enhanced the tour.
Toller Guide und interessante Geschichte
Tami ·Eine absolut empfehlenswerte Tour! Arriana war unglaublich freundlich, sympathisch und humorvoll und hat die Führung sehr unterhaltsam gestaltet. Mit ihrem großen Wissen und ihrer lebendigen Art hat sie die Geschichte der Kirche verständlich und spannend vermittelt. Man merkt sofort, wie viel Leidenschaft sie für das Thema mitbringt. Vielen Dank für diese tolle Erfahrung – die Tour ist wirklich sehr zu empfehlen!
Worth visiting and try not missing this spot
Spot to be visited ·The built is seen humble. But it is cherished with rich story. Many fishmen invested time and effort to get it built. Our tour guide shared us an amazing story behind the scene.
Well worth a visit
Elm was a great guide and very knowledgable. The steps to the tower were a little taxing on the legs but worth it when you get to the top!! Beautiful building.
Great visit - need quicker feedback from tour co.
Megantjie ·This is a beautiful church. It is more beautiful inside than out and knowing some of the history made it very interesting. Our guide was good but communication from the tour operator was slow making it stressful to know if our visit was confirmed ahead of time.
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