About

The Church of Santa Maria del Mar can confidently be called the Gothic symbol of Catalonia. It was built in a relatively short time through donations from sailors and merchant guilds.

The ending "del Mar" in the name indicates the maritime origin of the church, which has a simple explanation - the decision to erect this architectural marvel was made after the victory in Sardinia as a praise to heaven. The interior of the Catholic sanctuary corresponds to the original Gothic style. Flanking the entrance, visitors are greeted by statues of Peter and Paul, and a little further in, Jesus Christ sits on the throne alongside the Virgin Mary and John the Baptist. Santa Maria del Mar has excellent acoustics, so besides religious services, concerts are often held here.

Features

Wheelchair accessible

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the address of Church of Santa Maria del Mar?
    Church of Santa Maria del Mar is located at Plaça de Santa Maria, 1, 08003, Barcelona, Spain.
  • How to get here by public transport?
    The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
    • Bus stop Princesa - Montcada (213 m walk)
    • Bus stop Via Laietana - Correus (201 m walk)
    • Bus stop Pla de Palau - Parc de la Ciutadella (152 m walk)
    • Bus station Pla de Palau - Av Marquès de l'Argentera (153 m walk)
    • Bus station Pg Isabel II - Pla de Palau (189 m walk)
  • How is Church of Santa Maria del Mar rated by visitors?
    Church of Santa Maria del Mar has an average rating of 4.7 based on 37,811 review across platforms such as Google.