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Santa Anna Church

Tourist attraction Catholic church Church Monastery Parish

Catholic church & courtyard tucked away in a busy area, hosting occasional Spanish guitar concerts. People often mention church, Barcelona, social, beautiful, homeless, cloister, guitar, chapel, Beautiful, center,


Address

C/ de Santa Anna, 29, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain

Website

www.santaanna.org

Contact

+34 933 01 35 76

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (885 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 8:30 am to 7 pm
  • Friday: 8:30 am to 7 pm
  • Saturday: (Epiphany), 8:30 am to 7 pm, Hours might differ
  • Sunday: 8:30 am to 7 pm
  • Monday: 8:30 am to 7 pm
  • Tuesday: 8:30 am to 7 pm
  • Wednesday: 8:30 am to 7 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: church (25) Barcelona (20) social (10) beautiful (8) homeless (7) cloister (7) guitar (6) chapel (6) Beautiful (6) center (6)
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  • 5/5 O H. 7 years ago on Google
    Before leaving home for Barcelona, I did a search of shows and concerts in the city during the days we'll be in town. I came across a show called Art de Guitarra. It described a Spanish guitar duet performed in a unique and intimate environment - the relatively small Church of Santa Ana, a church just east of Plaza Catalunya. We had no trouble finding the entrance to the small church. Once there, we were greeted by a girl handing out the actual concert tickets with my confirmation printout. Upon entering, we were directed to the small chapel inside where there may have been just 40-50 seats arranged in rows. The guitar duet, performed by a man and woman, was fabulous. The dark setting of the chapel at night set a stunning, and quaint, stage for them. The acoustics of the little chapel added to the depth of the music they performed. This couple performed an array of songs, and between each described the song in detail - its story, its meaning, and its feeling. The guy described the music in Catalán while the woman translated it to English for the crowd. If you have an opportunity to attend a Spanish guitar duet during your visit to Barcelona, you will assuredly remember it as a special experience.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ashley T. 8 years ago on Google
    Beautiful church with a stunning square, oozes history and class. Hidden behind one of the busiest parts of Barcelona, you'd never know it was there. Worth checking out
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Isabel P. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) NEXT GOSPEL CONCERT FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2020 !!!!!!! ? (This November 22 at 9:30 p.m., Gospel special concert. !!!!!! The church is very old. They have made a hospital of campaign and social dining room for the homeless, several charity concerts are held to raise funds for this purpose THE FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH, GOSPEL CONCERT BENEFIT, € 5, GREAT, Director Laura Flores, Cuban, you have to see and hear it, no It can be described. Fantastic gospel in which all the public participates and they repeat every month. She gives us strength and serenity. There are no words, we must go.) (Original) PRÓXIMO CONCIERTO DE GOSPEL VIERNES 6 DE MARZO 2020!!!!!!!? (Este 22 de noviembre a las 21:30, concierto especial de Gospel.!!!!!! La iglesia es muy antigua. Han hecho un hospital de campaña y comedor social para los sin techo. Se hacen conciertos varios benéficos para recaudar fondos para este fin. EL PRIMER VIERNES DE MES, CONCIERTO DE GOSPEL BENÉFICO, 5€, MAGNÍFICO. Directora Laura Flores, cubana. Hay que verla y oírla, no se puede describir. Fantástico gospel en el que participa todo el público y repiten todos los meses. Ella nos da fuerza y serenidad. No hay palabras, hay que ir.)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Georges Y. 4 years ago on Google
    Wandering around in Barcelona with no particular place in mind, I fell upon this small church quite by chance. Tucked away in a cul-de-sac, Sant'Anna is easy to miss, but is worth a short visit. Its bell tower and domed ceiling are its main attractions.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Soji Thomas K. 11 months ago on Google
    Great place of prayer . Different types of statues which invokes us prayer
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 sunny a. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very special and charming place, hidden in the center of Barcelona, ​​on the other hand it fulfills a very important social work. (Original) Un lugar muy especial y con encanto , escondido en pleno centro de Barcelona, por otro lado cumple una labor social muy importante .
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kelsey N. 5 years ago on Google
    We came here for a spanish guitar performance. The court is beautiful and quiet. The acoustic in the chapel makes the place perfect for music. The performer provided us a fantastic music feast.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Josep V. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) XII century Romanesque church that is included within the so-called Gothic Quarter of Barcelona, ​​former grounds of the city, very interesting both church (with chapter house) as the cloister. (Original) Iglesia románica de siglo XII que se incluye dentro del denominado barrio gótico de Barcelona, antiguo recinto de la ciudad, muy interesante tanto la iglesia (con sala capitular) como el claustro.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Mari C. 6 years ago on Google
    Hidden place with cloister and church, unostentatious though very impressive, hidden in a busy area behind Pl. Catalunya and Ramblas. The best of Santa Anna cannot be visited anymore : the wonderful cloister court yard - an oasis of silence and peacefulness amidst the vivid city.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lorenzo R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Mass in Italian every Saturday at 7pm (Original) Messa in italiano tutti i sabati alle 19

  • 5/5 Anna 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful church in the center of Bcn (Original) Preciosa esglèsia al centre de Bcn

  • 5/5 Alessandra C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a very beautiful church and they do an important job with the field hospital (Original) Es una iglesia muy bonita y hacen una importante labor con el hospital de campaña

  • 5/5 Eduard N. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) On the one hand it is a church, half Gothic half Romanesque, in the center of Barcelona; invisible not only to tourists but also to most locals. It is also a shelter for the homeless, where they are provided with food, a bed, care and more. It is a difficult task and not valued by the neighbors, because it is not easy to live with it. As a tourist attraction it is impressive; as a social task it is essential. (Original) Per una banda és una esglèsia, mig gòtica mig romànica, al mateix centre de Barcelona; invisible no només pels turistes sinó també per a la majoria de barcelonins. D'altra banda és un lloc d'acollida per a persones sense sostre, on els donen menjar, un llit, atenció i més. Una tasca difícil i poc valorada pels veïns, doncs no es fàcil conviure amb això. Com a atracció turística és impressionant; com a tasca social és imprescindible.

  • 5/5 Edgar C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very pretty (Original) Muy bonito

  • 5/5 Joan B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A gem of the Romanesque-Gothic style in the heart of Barcelona. Close to Plaza Catalunya. A little time in the cloister is a good medicine for stress, even if you are on vacation. (Original) Una joia del romànic-gòtic al cor de Barcelona. A tocar de la plaça Catalunya. Una estona al claustre es una bona medicina per l'estrès, encara que esteu de vacances.

  • 5/5 Peter H. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) a beautiful little and old church ?? (Original) eine wunderschöne kleine und alte Kirche ??

  • 5/5 Mercedes Z. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Like all Barcelona, ​​fantastic! (Original) Como todo Barcelona, fantástico!!!

  • 5/5 neus rodriguez g. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) In the old center of Barcelona, ​​very handsome and do a very laudable task for the homeless (Original) Al vell mig de Barcelona, molt maco i fan una tasca molt lloable pels sense sostra

  • 5/5 Carles S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a small parish that, beyond the beauty of its Romanesque cloister, deserves the five stars for the important social work it does with the neediest people (Original) És una petita parròquia que més enllà de la bellesa del seu claustre romànic, mereix les cinc estrelles per la important labor social que fa amb les persones més necessitades

  • 5/5 astrid daniela gonzalez c. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I love (Original) Me encanta

  • 5/5 Joan Marimon S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Mainly by his pastor, he helps the homeless (Original) Principalmente por su párroco ayuda a los sin techo

  • 4/5 Anna B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Celebration of the Eucharist with much joy. A good experience (Original) Celebració eucaristia amb molt recolliment. Una bona experiència

  • 5/5 Elis M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Masses felt, human (Original) Misas sentidas, humanas

  • 4/5 Carmen G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good job helping the homeless. (Original) Bona tasca d'ajut als sense sostre.

  • 5/5 Сергей �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Chamber, cozy church of the 12th century. True, in the morning there were black emigrants who spent the night there in the right room. But this did not spoil the impression. In addition to sculptures on theological themes, there is a reproduction of the orthodox icon of the Trinity by Andrei Rublev in the very center in the far left hall. This hall is sponsored by the Ministry of Sports of Catalonia. The walls depict scenes showing praying athletes. Very unusual. (Original) Камерная, уютная церковь 12 века. Правда, утром там встретили чернокожих эмигрантов, которые там ночевали в правом зале. Но это не испортило впечатления. Там есть помимо скульптур на богословские темы в левом дальнем зале размещена в самом центре репродукция православной иконы "Троица" Андрея Рублева. Этот зал патронирует министерство спорта Каталонии. На стенах изображены сцены, где показаны молящиеся спортсмены. Очень необычно.

  • 4/5 Josep -. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A religious place in the center of Barcelona, ​​open 24 hours a day. for everyone's pickup (Original) Un lugar religioso del centro de Barcelona, abierto las 24 h. para recogida de todos

  • 5/5 Tamika G. 2 years ago on Google
    Arrived at 7pm (for reference) Place about 1/4 full. Covid pass checked and quickly seated. I had looked at menu before arriving so already knew what I wanted. Waiter was very happy to take my order straight away. Tapas came quickly, good portion and tasted great. Little wait between that and paella (chicken) but it was worth it. A huge serving! Staff friendly with good English. Both cash & card accepted

  • 5/5 Lewis Antoun (. 1 year ago on Google
    Very beautiful church and very nice siting outside of the church

  • 4/5 Edmundas J. 2 years ago on Google
    There is some mision for homeless people, could be importent and realy actual mision but looks like stil under temptation.

  • 5/5 Barcelona B. 2 years ago on Google
    Despite all l sew your purpose is the greatest. Help me lots to see how church good people take care of poor and broken as my self. Thank's very much for helping this old oil on canvas painter seawolf that today is passing such a difficult time. Thank's very much with all my hearth, thank's for four help.

  • 5/5 Thomas V. 4 years ago on Google
    Concert in the chapel is full of atmosphere

  • 5/5 Sergey P. 5 years ago on Google
    Very ancient church with beautiful cloister and little chapel with fantastic stain-glasses. They arrange guitar concerts there. Acoustic is fenomenal.

  • 4/5 Skynolife 1 year ago on Google
    the food was delicious but I give 4 stars instead of 5 because the waiters were slacking off terribly.

  • 5/5 Núria Martínez A. 3 years ago on Google
    Peace downtown

  • 5/5 Dennis S. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful church and courtyard in Barcelona.

  • 5/5 Nadim Robert M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great Spanish and flamenco guitar concerts

  • 4/5 Mina T. 5 years ago on Google
    Beautiful church and if you are lucky you will see those kids singing with an angelic voices .. but also beware of the homeless people around it the church takes care if them ... they wont do you any harm ..

  • 4/5 Richard K. 5 years ago on Google
    Extraordinary beautiful

  • 4/5 Ernesto A. 5 years ago on Google
    Located less than 5 minutes from Placa de Catalunya is this almost-hidden away church which isn't signposted well amongst the shops of the Avinguda del Portal de l'Àngel, but it is a nice place if you do stumble across it down a dingy alleyway.

  • 4/5 Liz & John M. 6 years ago on Google
    Thanks, Rick Steves

  • 5/5 Joan Ventura T. 3 years ago on Google
    Como voluntario,,por el lugar sencillamente entrañable

  • 5/5 Therona S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) They do a great job (Original) Fan una gran obra

  • 4/5 Ana S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Church committed to the need of its parish and the poorest. Beautiful and quiet (Original) Església compromesa amb la necessitat de la seva parróquia i els més pobres. Bonica i tranquil.la

  • 5/5 Jorge C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent place very very beautiful. (Original) Execelente lugar muy muy bonito.

  • 5/5 G30RG1Y 1. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super (Original) Супер

  • 4/5 Paolo T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) One of the oldest churches in Barcelona and I personally met a priest and a volunteer who take care of distributing meals to the needy. (Original) Una delle chiese più antiche di Barcellona e ho conosciuto personalmente un prete e un volontario che si occupano di distribuire pasti ai bisognosi.?

  • 4/5 Montserrat Dols M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Gothic church (Original) Esglesia gotica

  • 5/5 Anna B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A beautiful church, but by the ubiquitous, smelly, young immigrants definitely hard to visit. (Original) Piękny kościół, ale przez wszechobecnych w nim, śmierdzących, młodych imigrantów zdecydowanie trudny do zwiedzenia.

  • 5/5 Edilma V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Loved it (Original) Amei

  • 5/5 joan s. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great I loved it (Original) Genial m'ha encantat

  • 5/5 Marc R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A brutal humanitarian work. (Original) Una labor humanitaria brutal.

  • 5/5 Carmen G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice church with a magnificent cloister (Original) Bonita iglesia con un claustro magnífico

  • 3/5 Paul V. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Lack more conservation (Original) Falta mayor conservación

  • 5/5 Arwa �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) We could say that it is located in the heart of the city, it has its charm. (Original) Podríem dir que es troba en el cor de la ciutat, té el seu encant.

  • 5/5 Esteban D. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I recommend everyone to see it (Original) Recomiendo a todos a verla

  • 3/5 Clara Izard G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I only visit her for Corpus Christi (Original) Només la visito per Corpus

  • 5/5 Rafael Sanz T. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Worth seeing. It is ancient. And they do a great social work. (Original) Digna de verse. Es antiquísima. Y realizan una gran labor social.

  • 5/5 Victoria E. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A nice church. (Original) Una iglesia bonita.

  • 5/5 ILANA17P 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful garden!

  • 5/5 Hugo Cecereu L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) BEAUTIFUL. (Original) PRECIOSO.


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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