Most tourists in Barcelona visit both Park Guell and Sagrada Familia on the same day.
Locals say it is best to start with Park Guell in the morning and go to Sagrada Familia later in the afternoon.
These two landmarks are less than 3 kilometers apart, and there are four easy ways to get from Park Guell to Sagrada Familia—metro, bus, taxi, or walking.
If you want the fastest option, the metro is your best bet. If you prefer sightseeing along the way, the bus is a great choice.
For the quickest and most comfortable ride, a taxi will take you there in about 10 minutes, costing around €10.
If you love walking, you can reach Sagrada Familia on foot in 30-40 minutes, enjoying the beautiful streets of Barcelona along the way.
If you want to see the basilica first, learn how to go from Sagrada Familia to Park Guell.
Let’s dive into the details.
Top Park Guell and Sagrada Familia tickets
# The Gaudi Bundle
# Guided tour of Sagrada Familia & Park Guell
From Park Guell to Sagrada Familia
To get to Sagrada Familia from Park Guell, you have four options: the metro, the bus, the taxi, and a leisurely walk.
Metro to Sagrada Familia
There are two metro stops near Park Guell, Vallcarca and Lesseps which are both on the green line. It’s better to opt for Vallcarca, located at the top of the hill of Park Guell.
Start your journey at Vallcarca Station on the Green Line (L3) and travel to Diagonal Station.
Once you arrive, take a short walk within the station to transfer to the Blue Line (L5).
Board the metro at Diagonal (L5) and continue your ride until you reach your final destination, Sagrada Familia Station.
The ride takes approximately 30 minutes.
Bus from Park Guell to Sagrada Familia
The nearest bus stop from Park Guell to Sagrada Familia is on Carretera del Carmel which is a 1 minute walk away.
Get on Bus number V19. You will then get off at Passeig de Sant Joan. Then walk straight towards Calle Mallorca, then turn left. You will then have to walk until you reach Carrer de Sardenya.
The ride takes less than 30 minutes, allowing you to enjoy the sights along the way.
Taxi from Park Guell to Sagrada Familia
If you take a taxi your trip will be around 10 minutes, making it the fastest option to travel from Park Guell to Sagrada Familia.
This drive from Park Guell to Sagrada Familia will cost you around ten Euros.
Tourists with kids and seniors tend to opt for taxis or buses for the convenience they offer.
Get a Hola BCN card to save money on your travels within the city. It provides unlimited free rides on public transport.
Walking from Park Guell to Sagrada Familia
If you enjoy walking, you have two options: walk via Carrer de Sardenya, Carrer de la Marina, or Carrer de Sicília.
As you set out on your walk, take precautions and keep your map ready for easy navigation.
This walk is through the residential areas and doesn’t take more than 35 minutes.
Park Guell is 191 meters (626 feet) above sea level, and the Basilica designed by Gaudi is only 33 meters (108 feet) above sea level – so it is a downhill, leisurely walk.
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Park Guell and Sagrada Familia in one day
You can see both Gaudi masterpieces in less than five hours if you manage your time well at each attraction.
Tourists in a hurry often complete their visit to Park Güell in just an hour, but to fully enjoy and explore the park at a comfortable pace, you need at least 90 minutes.
If you decide to go up one of the Towers, you need at least two hours at Sagrada Familia. If you skip the Tower, you only need 90 minutes.
You can buy the Gaudi Bundle and explore the attractions or opt for a guided tour of Sagrada Familia and Park Guell.
You can also visit both the attractions as part of the Best of Barcelona Tour and Complete Gaudi Tour.
Why visit Park Guell first?
Less Crowded in the Morning
Park Güell tends to be quieter in the early hours, making it the best time to explore its vibrant mosaics, winding paths, and scenic viewpoints without the large tourist crowds.
Cooler Temperatures for Walking
Since Park Güell involves a fair amount of walking in the outdoors, visiting in the morning helps you avoid the heat, especially in summer.
Better Photos with Soft Morning Light
The morning sun provides soft, natural lighting, perfect for capturing stunning photos of Park Güell’s iconic structures like the Dragon Stairway and the Hypostyle Room.
Easy downhill walk
Visiting Park Guell first is better because while going to Sagrada Familia, it will be a downhill climb.
Saving the best for last
The western windows fill the space with warm orange and red tones by afternoon (3–5 PM). Which makes the view of the stained glass in sagrada familia much more serene than in the morning.
Brunch in the bohemian neighborhood
You can stop for a brunch or lunch in the neighborhood of Gràcia and then head to Sagrada Familia.
Sagrada Familia and Park Guell tickets
Combo tickets for Sagrada Familia and Park Güell are more affordable than purchasing each ticket separately.
We list two of the most popular combos –
The Gaudi Bundle
With one great-value package, the Gaudi Bundle helps you unlock two of Antoni Gaudí’s architectural masterpieces – Park Guell and Sagrada Familia.
Besides access to Antonio Gaudi’s mind-bending architectural marvels, this package includes a comprehensive audio guide to teach you all about Barcelona.
Cost of Gaudi Bundle
Adult (30 to 64 years): €66
Senior (65+ years): €47
Youth (13 to 29 years): €63
Youth (11 to 12 years): €57
Child (7 to 10 years): €20
Child (up to 6 years): Free
Guided tour of Sagrada Familia & Park Guell
This tour starts with a visit to Park Guell, after which you get 90 minutes of lunchtime.
After lunch, the group gets into an air-conditioned vehicle and visits Sagrada Familia.
At the Basilica, the local guide takes you around for an hour, after which you can continue to stay.
Duration: 4 hours
Adult (11+ years): 101 Euros
Child (4 to 10 years): 66 Euros
Infant (up to 3 years): Free
If you don’t want a guided tour and can manage the distance between the two attractions on your own, we suggest you buy individual tickets. These are Fast Track tickets, so you don’t stand in line.
