Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Barcelona
Facts and practical information
The Basilica of the Immaculate Conception and Assumption of Our Lady is a basilica in Barcelona, Catalonia. The church originated as the Jonqueres Monastery, that was moved stone by stone when the land of the monastery was to be demolished. In 1879, a bell tower was added from the church of San Miguel which was also going to be demolished. The rectory stands on the left side of the bell tower and is a historicist building built at the end of the 19th century. On 20 February 2009, Pope Benedict XVI granted the title of minor basilica to the church, which became the eighth basilica in the city. ()
Bruc, 102Eixample (La Dreta de l'Eixample)Barcelona
Basilica of the Immaculate Conception – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Casa Milà, Casa Batlló, Passeig de Gràcia, Rambla de Catalunya.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Basilica of the Immaculate Conception?
How to get to Basilica of the Immaculate Conception by public transport?
Bus
- Llúria - Aragó • Lines: 39, 47, B24, V17 (2 min walk)
- València - Roger de Llúria • Lines: H10, N7 (3 min walk)
Train
- Barcelona - Passeig de Gràcia (4 min walk)
- Barcelona - Plaça Catalunya (13 min walk)
Metro
- Girona • Lines: L4 (5 min walk)
- Passeig de Gràcia • Lines: L2, L3, L4 (8 min walk)
Tram
- Marina • Lines: T4 (26 min walk)
- Auditori/Teatre Nacional • Lines: T4 (26 min walk)