View from Nativity facade tower at Sagrada Familia

View from Nativity facade tower

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You can enjoy two views from the Nativity facade tower of Sagrada Familia, and both are equally stunning.

First, you will see Gaudi’s intricate sculptures on the Nativity facade. Gaudi took a particular interest in these sculptures, and it shows.

The second reason to go up is the fantastic view of Barcelona’s Eastern side, the mountains, and a little bit of the ocean that you can see from the same tower.

If you are still not convinced, check out why we think Sagrada Familia’s tower visit is worth it.

What is Nativity Facade?

A facade is a view created by two or more towers of a building.

Sagrada Familia’s architect Antoni Gaudi had planned three facades for the Cathedral.

The Nativity facade and Passion facade are complete, while the Glory facade, which is dedicated to the glory of Jesus, is yet to be completed.

The four eastern towers on the ‘front’ of the Sagrada Família together form the Nativity facade view, which is best seen from the Nativity facade tower.

The vantage point on the Nativity facade tower is around 65 meters (214 feet) high, and the views are a treat for every tourist.

You need to have Towers Access tickets (also known as the Top View tickets) to go up the Nativity Towers.

Visual Story: 12 must-know tips before visiting Sagrada Familia

Ticket/tourCost
Sagrada Familia fast track tickets€34
Sagrada Familia with Tower access€47
Guided tour of Sagrada Familia€50
Sagrada Familia guided tour + Tower access€69
Guided tour of Sagrada Familia & Park Guell€82
Guided tour of Sagrada & Montserrat€109
Guided Tour in French€50
Guided Tour in Italian€50
Guided Tour in German€50
Guided Tour in Spanish€50

Important: Fast Track Sagrada Familia entry ticket is the cheapest way to get into the Basilica. If money isn’t an issue and you prefer an immersive experience, opt for the guided tour of Sagrada Familia. To go up the Tower, buy Tower access ticket.

Let’s start with a video of the Nativity facade at Sagrada Familia –

Here are some of the best photographs of Nativity facade towers –

View of an oval window and fruit topped tower at Sagrada Familia, Barcelona. Image: Mikestravelguide.com
Image: Bluffton.edu

Sagrada Familia gets more than 5 million visitors annually. To avoid the crowd, it is better to purchase Sagrada Familia tickets in advance and read up on the best time to visit Sagrada Familia.

Cypress tree and Jacob’s ladder on the Nativity facade. Image: Coloringwithoutborders.com

Recommended Reading: What to expect inside Sagrada Familia

Jesus’ parents Joseph and Mary present him at the Temple. Image: Coloringwithoutborders.com
The spires on the Nativity tower. Image: Thiscouldleadtoanywhere.com

Antoni Gaudi used faces of actual people for his sculptures on the Nativity facade? Find out more such fascinating Sagrada Familia facts.

View of the tourists down on the street from the walkway between the towers of the Nativity facade. Image: Destinations.guru
A view of the city of Barcelona and the mountain beyond from one of the towers in Nativity facade. Image: https://www.getyourguide.com/
Stairs to climb down from the Sagrada Familia towers. Image: Junbeom Ahn

Important: If you are still undecided on which Sagrada Familia tower you want to see, check out the views from Passion facade tower and read this Nativity Tower vs Passion Tower comparison.

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Sources

# Sagradafamilia.org
# Sagradafamilia.barcelona-tickets.com
# Barcelona.com
# Tripadvisor.com

The travel specialists at TheBetterVacation.com use only high-quality sources while researching & writing their articles. We make every attempt to keep our content current, reliable and trustworthy.

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Urvashi Goyal: She is a city fanatic who loves exploring different cities, understanding their culture, meeting people, and discovering hidden gems. She likes to holiday in offbeat places that mainstream tourists are yet to discover. When on holiday, she avoids crowded tourist traps. Favourite cities: Bern, Los Angeles, and San Francisco

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