Going Up the Sagrada Familia Towers
Quick answerYou can go up one of the two main towers: Nativity or Passion. You ride a lift up and walk down a narrow spiral staircase, with no lift on the way down. The Nativity tower has the prettiest view over the Eixample and the sea, while the Passion tower looks towards the centre and Montjuic. Tower access always comes with its own slot and a separate ticket.
Which tower to choose
If it is your first time, the Nativity tower usually wins: the outside decoration is more exuberant and the panorama over the city and coast is the most photogenic. The Passion tower has cleaner lines and looks towards the old centre. Both involve the same descent on foot by a narrow staircase, so it is not ideal if you have vertigo or mobility issues.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a lift to come down the towers?
You go up by lift but come down a narrow spiral staircase of several floors. It is not suitable for people with vertigo or reduced mobility.