đŞđ¸ Sagrada FamĂlia: Is It Really Worth It? A Hot Take
*"20+ euros for this? Iâd rather buy 4 glasses of sangria!"* đˇđ đ¸ The Price Tag Dilemma Letâs be realââŹ27-34 for a basic ticket (no tower access!) feels steep for what you get. Sure, itâs GaudĂâs masterpiece, but after 10 minutes of neck-craning at the vaulted ceilings, I was like: "Cool... can I get a refund?" Pro Tip: If you must go, book the 3-4PM slot for the famed "light show" (aka sun hitting stained glass). Otherwise? Save your euros for tapas. đ¸ Instagram vs. Reality â Outside: Free, epic angles (Passeig de GaudĂ sidewalk = best shot). â Inside: Crowded, no seating, and honestly? The Barcelona Cathedralâs Gothic vibes impressed me more. "But the details! The symbolism!" âSure, if youâre an architecture nerd. For us normies? Itâs a very fancy construction site. (Yes, still unfinished after 140 years! đ˘) đ¤ˇâď¸ Why Iâd Skip Next Time 1ď¸âŁ The âWowâ Factor Fades Fast: First 5 minutes = awe. Next 30 = "Whenâs the exit?" 2ď¸âŁ Tower Trap: Paying extra to climb narrow stairs? No thanks. Tibidaboâs view is free! 3ď¸âŁ Alternative GaudĂ: Casa BatllĂłâs dragon scales + Park GĂźellâs mosaics deliver more fun per euro. đˇ What to Do Instead MNAC Rooftop: Free sunset + actual seats. El Born District: Medieval charm + âŹ3 vermut. Bunkers del Carmel: Bring wine, skip the stairs. đ The Verdict "Like a Michelin-starred meal when you just wanted a burger." đ⨠Beautiful? Yes. Life-changing? Nah. #SagradaSkip #BarcelonaOnABudget #GaudĂOverrated