This Basilica is an absolute must to see when in Barcelona. You need to purchase tickets beforehand so you can take full advantage of seeing it and getting in. We booked fast track tickets as it says there are large queues but when we arrived and went in at our time they told us they dont do fast track. This was Sept. It didnt help as we saw no signs saying fast track here so we had to ask someone. The entrance in is for everyone regardless. No fast track. Also when you get passed security you need to find where you collect your audio guide, no signposts here at all so you are trying to find someone to ask. A simple large sign above heads would be sufficient directing you to where you need to go. Once inside and you are good to go the tour is brilliant and the Basilica is breath taking. The light and the sculpture just takes your breath away. Easily takes 4 hours to see it all. A must do.

Go in comfortable clothing for you will be walking and going up steps. Overall the audio was helpful in understanding the history of the house & design. View at the top is amazing! You can buy the tickets the day of but buy it on the app and select the closest time you will arrive for if you get there too early , you have to wait until the selected time. Mobile app ticket que is shorter than the regular line. Very close (walkable distance) from Casa Batllo. I went to Casa Batllo first and got the Casa Pedrera tickets while walking to the house.

I would highly recommend this tour. Excellent English, very knowledgeable about Picasso, Picasso’s neighborhood as well as the history if Barcelona from it’s origin, Napoleon times, bombing during WWII, etc! Truly informative , educational and very interesting. And then our tour guide took us into the Picasso museum and shared details about his paintings and other art. Amazing and would highly recommemd!

The tour guide was exceptional. We arrived before the crowds and did not feel rushed to see the Black Madonna. The only down side was we didn't have enough time in the museum where there were paintings by Dali, Picasso,and others.. We could have used an additional hr to make this tour even more perfect. The driver also was very good..making sure we were safe going around all the switch backs.

The Barcelona card is really useful for people who want to visit many museums and attractions, and do not have a car. Besides the gratuities and discounts at museums, having 120h to travel by any public transportation mean is really comfortable and confident in very handy for a tourist.