As the winter days shorten, Barcelona embraces the dark evenings with a spectacular illumination event: the Barcelona Light Festival: Els Llums de Sant Pau. Of the many installations spread throughout the city, the former hospital complex of Sant Pau is a location of prime interest, offering an immersive and unforgettable light-based spectacle.

A dance of lights at Sant Pau

In the heart of Barcelona, the Sant Pau Art Nouveau Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as a testament to the city’s architectural heritage. Every December, as part of Barcelona’s holiday celebrations, the site hosts Els Llums de Sant Pau, a captivating light festival that brings the modernist architecture to life.

Against the backdrop of domes, archways, and distinctive facades, an array of lights dance in harmony, offering an awe-inspiring spectacle of colour and design. It’s a visual symphony that brings together Barcelona’s rich history and innovative artistry, creating a unique holiday experience.

Prices and availability

Tickets for the Light Festival Barcelona: Els Llums de Sant Pau are available. Ticket prices and availability are shown below. Simply book your tickets directly for the day and time you want to visit the Light Festival.

Light Festival	from Ticket price
Adult (18-64)	€ 10.00	Book now
Children (3-17)	€ 10.00	Book now
Children (0-2)	Free	Book now
Senior (65+)	€ 10.00	Book now

Opening hours

L’Univers de la Llumof The Lights of Sant Pau will be open from November 21, 2023 to January 14, 2024 and you will be able to make your visit between 5:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., when the last session will begin. The venue will close at 23:00. On the other hand, it will be closed on December 24, 31, 2023 and January 5, 2024.

To make your visit more enjoyable, access will be in 30-minute intervals. Please show up at the time that appears on your ticket and log in within 30 minutes of the indicated time.

How to get there

The main entrance to Les llums de Sant Pau: L’Univers de la Llum is located here:

Recinte Modernista de Sant Pau
Street Sant Antoni Maria Claret, 167
08025 Barcelona (Spain)

Public transport
Metro: L5 Sant Pau / Dos de Maig
Bus: H8, 19, 47, 117, 192