Girona Cathedral
Girona Cathedral
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This 15th-century cathedral has the second-widest nave in the world.
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- Thomas G55 contributions100% Worth it, highly reccommendedMe and my father both paid to get the audio tapes that you carry around yourself, to listen to the all of the history about the Cathedral and its origins. The phones that are provided are very easy to use and yiu are not disturbed by the audio of other peoples phones. The cathedral has lots in it and you have the option to listen to what you find interesting. Very educational experince and I would highly reccommend you visit and pay the small fee to go inside its worth it.Visited December 2023Travelled with familyWritten 5 January 2024
- MissaeraNew Jersey123 contributionsAwesome cathedralThis cathedral is definitely a must-see in Girona. I’m a Game of Thrones fan so seeing this in real life is quite amazing. Rich in history and unique architecture. You definitely need to get those audioguides as it gives a lot of interesting information about the cathedral and its past.Visited October 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 30 January 2024
- def_muse90 contributionsA must when visiting GironaSuperb value for money, very informative with the audioguide, stunning church with a lot of baroque art and carvings. Stained glass windows were beautiful, didn't expect the additional visit into the cloister area and the viewing of 1 of the oldest stained glass windows and tapestry in Spanish history. A must for anyone looking to learn about the Gurona art, culture, history within an hour to hour and a half.Visited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 5 April 2024
- geo3Calgary, Canada2,167 contributionsEspecially loved the cloistersQuite magnificent, and very old! The audio tour was very helpful for giving the history on how the church developed through time. The cathedral itself is beautiful, especially the stained glass, but the highlights for me were the cloisters and the attached museum, both included in the admission price. From the cloisters, it is possible to see the brick tower from the original cathedral. This part is more than 1000 years old, and the slightly newer and larger current cathedral was built around it. For the museum, there was much beautiful artwork, including an amazing 1000-year-old tapestry.Visited June 2023Travelled soloWritten 16 May 2024
- aavct90283 contributionsBeautiful CathedralThis Cathedral was a gem! It is stunning inside and out. It will likely only take you 30 minutes to see it all, so don't expect to plan a half day around your visit. It's near many other museums, shopping and other things worth visiting while in Girona. I thought the price to enter was a bit pricey, but definitely recommend going.Visited July 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 19 July 2024
- IAN DWigan, United Kingdom26,256 contributionsStunning buildingThe Cathedral is located at the heart of the Força Vella. Built between the 11th and 18th centuries, it includes a series of walls and spaces in different styles, from Romanesque (the cloister and Charlemagne tower) to the baroque façade and steps. Its most singular feature is its large Gothic nave (15th-16th centuries) which, at a width of 23 metres, is the widest of its kind in the world. The Cathedral and the Basilica of Sant Feliu are buildings dedicated to the worship of the Catholic community. Their long history has endowed them with a heritage of high cultural value that we make available to visitors. Among the works to highlight we find the Tapestry of the Creation (s. XI-XII), paleochristian sarcophagi (s.IV), Gothic nave (the widest in the world), book of the Blessed (s. X), now of the altar and Episcopal Chair (s. XI).Visited August 2024Travelled with familyWritten 4 September 2024
- CosmikaoMontreal, Canada112 contributionsPopular landmark to visit -- worth a visitA popular landmark to visit in Girona, given its history and architectural interest. This was originally built as a Romanesque style building, later converted into a more Gothic style, and thus boasts the widest Gothic nave in the world. The interior is indeed impressive and quite massive, and from the outside, it dominates the view from many parts of the city. The audioguide is really good, and covers many parts, details and artifacts of the cathedral. Plan for at least a couple of hours to really see the building from top to bottom, though you can also see it very quickly if needed. But definitely worth a visit (also, for Game of Thrones fans, it's one of the spots that were apparently featured in the filming of the show, including the Arab Baths nearby). Don't miss it!Visited August 2024Travelled with familyWritten 9 September 2024
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Daryl H
Durango, CO14 contributions
May 2020
We visited Girona during the so called flower festival. The locals do their best to decorate with paper birds on strings, some potted plants that looked like they came from Home Depot were sitting on the stone steps. Tourists were in this huge line going up into a cathedral looking building to view something that just had to be spectaculer! When we finally entered this small there rop[ed off was a display of old light bulbs on the floor in the shap of flowers! We couldn't believe our eyes! It was like the silliest thing you have ever seen! We have rooms booked but aren't allowede to drive up to the hotel because of the F. Festival. We drag suitcases for blocks on cobble stone and climb up stairways for blocks to get to the Desk to check in. Only to be told , you check in here but have to haul your luggage blocks more to your building! Arriving, the room is up several staircases so narrow you couldn't pass anyone on it. Then to top off this wonderful festival that is a total joke , we have to park our car on the edge of town and walk in pouring rain . When we are ready to leave we discover they have towed our car to a location about 30 minutes out of the city! With the cab ride, the parking ticket and the tow bill, it cost us about $400 to get our car back! This place is a joke! Avoid it at all cost!
Written 11 January 2021
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Gaurav S
Glasgow, UK360 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
This is such a big Cathedral (don't compare with Barcelona cathedral) this is little bit old style and having more arterfacts inside. Overall good, worth taking the audio guide. Don't need to book in advance.
Written 21 January 2020
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MargiSu
Holmfirth, UK871 contributions
Dec 2019
This building is an amazing sight and stands high above the town with 96 steep steps up to the main façade.
The climb is well worth the visit to this magnificent cathedral which has the widest Gothic nave in the world and the second widest of any Church after that of Saint Peter’s in Rome.
Building started in the 11th century and continued into the 13th century, of the original edifice only the cloister and a bell tower remain.
There are interesting arts of work in the treasury and museum which are well worth visiting.
The climb is well worth the visit to this magnificent cathedral which has the widest Gothic nave in the world and the second widest of any Church after that of Saint Peter’s in Rome.
Building started in the 11th century and continued into the 13th century, of the original edifice only the cloister and a bell tower remain.
There are interesting arts of work in the treasury and museum which are well worth visiting.
Written 16 January 2020
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James S
Toronto, Canada1,997 contributions
Sept 2022
We never meant to go to Girona, it just sort of happened. We were taking the train back from Cerbere after an excursion there and began talking to some other passengers. Girona came up and when we all got off in Portbou to buy tickets we decided to go to Girona instead of back to Barcleona. One there we found out we had a few hours to kill before the next train so headed off to explore the Cathedral of Girona and the surrounding medieval part of the town.
The Cathedral was famous and a major tourist draw before it and surrounding areas were used in the HBO series Game of Thrones. In fact one of the many available tours of the area is based on the series for devout fans. The Cathedral dates from the 11th Century.
Getting there from the railway station was easy. We could see it on the train in, so it was merely a matter of following the elevated railway northeast back to the Riu Onyar and crossing one of the several foot bridges into the medieval section of town. Here we wandered around admiring the Cathedral and other buildings for a few hours. The area is not too large and while you may get lost in the narrow streets it won’t be for long.
Expect crowds especially in the area around the Cathedral itself, as I said it's popular. It seems everyone needs to have a selfie taken on the steps.
Eventually you can again cross the river and end up in Placa de la Independcia. The square is lined with numerous small cafes perfect for a well deserved cold drink to end the day.
The Cathedral was famous and a major tourist draw before it and surrounding areas were used in the HBO series Game of Thrones. In fact one of the many available tours of the area is based on the series for devout fans. The Cathedral dates from the 11th Century.
Getting there from the railway station was easy. We could see it on the train in, so it was merely a matter of following the elevated railway northeast back to the Riu Onyar and crossing one of the several foot bridges into the medieval section of town. Here we wandered around admiring the Cathedral and other buildings for a few hours. The area is not too large and while you may get lost in the narrow streets it won’t be for long.
Expect crowds especially in the area around the Cathedral itself, as I said it's popular. It seems everyone needs to have a selfie taken on the steps.
Eventually you can again cross the river and end up in Placa de la Independcia. The square is lined with numerous small cafes perfect for a well deserved cold drink to end the day.
Written 23 September 2022
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Thomas G
55 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
Me and my father both paid to get the audio tapes that you carry around yourself, to listen to the all of the history about the Cathedral and its origins. The phones that are provided are very easy to use and yiu are not disturbed by the audio of other peoples phones. The cathedral has lots in it and you have the option to listen to what you find interesting. Very educational experince and I would highly reccommend you visit and pay the small fee to go inside its worth it.
Written 5 January 2024
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geo3
Calgary, Canada2,167 contributions
Jun 2023 • Solo
Quite magnificent, and very old! The audio tour was very helpful for giving the history on how the church developed through time. The cathedral itself is beautiful, especially the stained glass, but the highlights for me were the cloisters and the attached museum, both included in the admission price. From the cloisters, it is possible to see the brick tower from the original cathedral. This part is more than 1000 years old, and the slightly newer and larger current cathedral was built around it. For the museum, there was much beautiful artwork, including an amazing 1000-year-old tapestry.
Written 17 May 2024
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Freddy_on_trips
Montreal, Canada2,779 contributions
May 2022
The cathedral in Girona was on our checklist to visit since we are Game of Thrones fans. It is simply majestic. The statues around the front door are great and the view from the upper stairs is a delight. We also visited the inside of the cathedral which includes the garden. The ticket was 7 euro per person and it covers the cathedral and the basilica. There a lot of nice and detailed items to see. Worth the visit!
Written 4 June 2022
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Beansbell
Salisbury, UK54 contributions
Aug 2020
€7 entry fee (some guides say it free on Sundays - it isn’t). Worth every cent - the treasury is fascinating and the cloisters are beautiful. Great models explain the evolution of the building from the original Roman temple.
Written 10 August 2020
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Charlotte, NC1,652 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Travellng Europe, you see many cathedrals so my expectations were not high for a small city. The cathedral is impressive both outside and inside and worth the visit. You can get a combo ticket to see both the cathedral and the basilica, audio guide is included. Try to arrive early, otherwise your pictures of the steps, which you surely will want to take, will be crowded with people.
Written 14 September 2023
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Steve J
London, UK1,208 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
This is a beautiful cathedral which is a must see on the walk around the old town. It’s a good place to start your walk as it’s on the further edge of the old town and you can make your way from there to the centre. The gardens alongside the cathedral are well worth a walk and get missed by many who stay around the cathedral square.
It’s busy during the day with a mix of GoT fans and tours as well as more general tourists but time your visit either end of the day and it’s much quieter. A night it’s a great place to visit too
It’s busy during the day with a mix of GoT fans and tours as well as more general tourists but time your visit either end of the day and it’s much quieter. A night it’s a great place to visit too
Written 22 March 2020
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bonjour
certaines personnes écrivent que c'est payant et d'autres que c'est gratuit ?
quelle est la bonne réponse ? y a-t-il de la queue pour acheter les billets ?
merci
Written 26 April 2018
La personne qui dit que c'est gratuit a dû y aller pendant un office religieux, elle le dit.
Sinon c'est 7€ pour la visite libre avec audio-guide de la cathédrale, du cloître et du trésor.
Pas de queue il y a deux semaines.
Bonne visite.
Written 27 April 2018
Do you have to purchase any form of tickets to visit the cathedral? I keep seeing tours but as we are staying near it I don’t see the point in traveling out of Girona to take part in one.
Written 18 February 2018
Yes to enter the cathedral. The day I visited the cathedral was shut for outsiders and I had to be content with seeing it from outside. Totally worth it though!
Written 4 March 2018
I saw a small train outside where you purchase your tickets. Does it SAVE YOU from some of the stair climbing??? Gracias
Written 14 August 2017
The stairs must be climbed. You can do it! Better in the morning before the heat.
Written 15 August 2017
I saw a small train outside where you purchase your tickets. Does it SAVE YOU from some of the stair climbing???
Gracias
Written 14 August 2017
Not to the cathedral. The train does go up to other locations so would save that walk
Written 2 September 2017
carmenmanises
Manises, Spain
Por donde llegar a la catedral, que no sea por las escaleras?
Written 14 August 2017
Si subes por la calle de la Forca, subida pronunciada pero que merece la pena por las casas que dejas a ambos lados y por la posibilidad de visitar Isaac el Cec, centro de estudios hebreo, cuando llegas ante las escaleras, vista espectacular, puedes evitarlas subiendo por la calle que tienes a tu derecha y de allí se accede a otra portada de la Catedral.
Written 14 August 2017
Excuse me. Could you tell me:
1. When is the open hour in July?
2. Is it free to enter?
3. If it's not free to enter, how much is the cost?
Written 20 May 2017
Hay otra forma de llegar a la Catedral o solo se puede entrar subiendo las escaleras?
Muchas gracias
Written 16 June 2016
Si! Puedes llegar a la Catedral sin necesidad de subir la escalera. Se llega por una calle que esta al mismo nivel de la entrada. Creo que es tarde para la respuesta, pero puede servirle a otros
Written 31 May 2017
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