Basilica of Our Lady of Mercy, Barcelona
Facts and practical information
The Basilica of Our Lady of Mercy is a Baroque-style basilica in Barcelona, Catalonia. It was built between 1765 and 1775, being the work of Catalan architect Josep Mas i Dordal. The dome of the church is crowned with a statue of Our Lady that is visible from the seaside promenade near the drassanes. This church was the second in Barcelona to receive the title of minor basilica, preceded only by the Barcelona Cathedral. The title was granted in 1918 by Pope Benedict XV, commemorating the seven hundredth anniversary of the apparition of the Virgin to St. Peter Nolasco, founder of the Order of Mercy. ()
Basilica of Our Lady of Mercy – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Columbus Monument, Aquarium Barcelona, Palau de la Generalitat de Catalunya, Santa Maria del Mar.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Basilica of Our Lady of Mercy?
How to get to Basilica of Our Lady of Mercy by public transport?
Bus
- Pl de la Mercè • Lines: 120 (1 min walk)
- Moll de la Fusta • Lines: 120, 59, D20, H14, N0, N0 tornada, N6, V13 (2 min walk)
Metro
- Drassanes • Lines: L3 (7 min walk)
- Jaume I • Lines: L4 (8 min walk)
Ferry
- Puerto de Barcelona (11 min walk)
- Barcelona (22 min walk)
Train
- Barcelona - Estació de França (12 min walk)
- Paral·lel (16 min walk)
Tram
- Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica • Lines: T4 (22 min walk)
- Wellington • Lines: T4 (22 min walk)