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Barcelona Cathedral
The Gothic cathedral of the old town, with a rooftop terrace and a cloister where 13 white geese live.
- Open
- Every day; tourist visits at set hours
- Price
- Free for worship; paid for tourist visits and the roof
- Time Needed
- 1 hour
- Address
- Pla de la Seu, 08002 BarcelonaDirections
- Getting There
- Jaume I station (Metro line 4).
Why Go
Built mainly between the 13th and 15th centuries, the cathedral is dedicated to Saint Eulalia, a young martyr whose crypt lies under the altar. Thirteen geese, one for each year of her life, live in its palm-shaded cloister.
A lift climbs to the roof for a view over the old town.
Tips
- Shoulders and knees must be covered.
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