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Skip-the-line Barcelona Cathedral with Private Guide

4 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 4 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Barcelona, Spain

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2 to 5 hours (approx.)
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Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests.

2-hour: Barcelona Cathedral
Book a short walking tour of the Gothic Quarter with a visit to the Barcelona Cathedral. See Plaça de Catalunya and the Roman city walls.

3-hour: Barcelona Cathedral & Transport
This option includes a 1-hour round-trip transfer and a 2-hour walking tour of the Gothic Quarter with a visit to the Barcelona Cathedral. See the Roman city walls and more.

4-hour: Barcelona Cathedral & Santa Maria del Mar Basilica
Book an extended walking tour of the Gothic Quarter with a visit to the Barcelona Cathedral and the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar. See also the Bishop's Bride, Town Hall and more.

5-hour: Cathedral, Santa Maria Basilica & Transport
This option includes a 1-hour round-trip transfer and a 4-hour tour of the Gothic Quarter with a visit to the Barcelona Cathedral and the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar.

What's Included

  • (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
  • Private Tour of the Barcelona Cathedral, Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar and Gothic Quarter
  • Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation by private car (3 and 5-hour options only)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar (in 2 and 3-hour options)
  • Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation by private car (in 2 and 4-hour options)
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Meeting and Pickup

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Plaça de Catalunya
08002 Barcelona, Spain

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What To Expect

Hard Rock Cafè

Meet your guide in front of the Hard Rock Cafe, Pl. de Catalunya, 21, 08002 Barcelona, Spain. Please do not enter the building, it is only a meeting point.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Barcelona

Your Private Guide will meet you in the lively Plaça de Catalunya and guide you through the maze of narrow, winding alleys of the Gothic Quarter.. The Cathedral is located in the heart of Barcelona's oldest neighborhood, surrounded by the ruins of the ancient Roman city walls, defensive towers and aqueducts.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Barcelona Cathedral

Visit the magnificent Barcelona Cathedral with skip-the-line tickets to the church and its choir entrance, rooftop, cloister, and the art gallery in the Chapter Hall.You can skip the queues at the entrance, but first, take a moment to admire. allow you to just skim past the crowd and walk straight inside, but first, take a moment to admire the Cathedral’s stunning Gothic architecture with a roof featuring gargoyles in the form of various domestic and mythical animals. Inside, the guide will show you a gallery of sacred art, expensive Gothic altarpieces, and the famous Chapel of Saint Christ of Lepanto. You will learn interesting facts about the most significant elements of the temple and hear the legend of Saint Eulalia, the Cathedral’s patron. You will also visit the secluded Gothic cloister where ducks are kept and the rooftop, which offers a spectacular panoramic view of Barcelona.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Barcelona

A 5-Star Driver and a clean, air-conditioned vehicle for your pickup and drop-off after the tour.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar

Inside the basilica you will see its museum, crypts, stand and the roof terraces. Admire the historic Gothic church that inspired the best-selling novel “Cathedral of the Sea” and explore its turbulent history, which was marked by events such the Catalan Earthquake, the Spanish War of Succession, and the Spanish Civil War.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Basilica de Santa Maria del Pi (Pass By)

Catch highlights of Basílica de Santa Maria del Pi.
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Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic)

You will see more highlights of the Gothic Quarter, such as the Basílica de Santa Maria del Pi, the Bishop’s Bridge and the landmark city square Plaça de Sant Jaume with the Palau de la Generalitat.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
  • Please note that the number of attractions depends on the option selected. Private car transfers and tickets to the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar are not included in the 2-hour tour.
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Cathedral of Barcelona are reserved for a specific time slot so it's important to arrive at the meeting point on time. You can skip the queue at the ticket office. Admission includes the cathedral with the choir entrance, chapter hall and rooftop terrace.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skip-the-line Barcelona Cathedral with Private Guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
  • Private Tour of the Barcelona Cathedral, Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar and Gothic Quarter
  • Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation by private car (3 and 5-hour options only)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar (4 and 5-hour options only)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Cathedral of Barcelona (all options)
  • 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar (in 2 and 3-hour options)
  • Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation by private car (in 2 and 4-hour options)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
  • Please note that the number of attractions depends on the option selected. Private car transfers and tickets to the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar are not included in the 2-hour tour.
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Cathedral of Barcelona are reserved for a specific time slot so it's important to arrive at the meeting point on time. You can skip the queue at the ticket office. Admission includes the cathedral with the choir entrance, chapter hall and rooftop terrace.
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar provide faster entry without queuing at the ticket office, but you may have to wait for ticket validation. Admission includes the basilica with the crypt, stand and rooftop terrace.
  • Guided tours inside the churches during masses and scheduled events are limited. If entry is not possible, the guide will provide all information outside.
  • Due to the Cathedral's rules, 1 licensed guide can show a group of 1-2 people, so the price of the tour will be higher if you need more than 1 guide.
  • The 3- and 5-hour options include an estimated 1-hour round-trip transfer time between the meeting point and the accommodation address provided when booking. Please note that the transfer time quoted is for information purposes only and can take longer or shorter depending on the distance and traffic.
  • We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. If you're traveling in a smaller group but want to travel in a more spacious car, we recommend booking a 5-people tour to take advantage of a larger vehicle.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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