Barcelona Cathedral

Overview

The Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia is Barcelona's Gothic cathedral, dominating the Barri Gòtic with its ornate facade, soaring nave, and a serene cloister where 13 white geese have been kept since medieval times.

Highlights

• The Cloister: A peaceful Gothic cloister with palm trees, a fountain, and the famous 13 geese — one for each year of the martyrdom of Saint Eulalia.
• The Choir: Intricately carved 14th-century choir stalls where the Order of the Golden Fleece once convened.
• Rooftop Views: An elevator ascends to the rooftop for views across the Gothic Quarter.

Visitor Tips

• Free Entry: Free morning and evening visits; small charge (€9) during tourist hours (12:45–5:15 PM).
• Sardana: On weekends, watch the sardana (Catalan national dance) performed in the cathedral square.
• Duration: 30–45 minutes.