Discover the magnificent Valencian Sistine Chapel with this ticket for the church of San Nicolás. You'll be amazed by the architecture of its magnificent vaults!
Church of San Nicolás Ticket
The Church of San Nicolás is a must-see in Valencia. One of the oldest places in the city, it was founded more than 700 years ago on the site of a Roman temple. The church was donated by King Jaime I of Aragon to the Dominican monks, who dedicated it to San Nicolás Obispo.
San Nicolás is a fine example of a mix of Gothic structure and Baroque decoration. During the 17th and 18th centuries, a transformation from Gothic to Baroque took place, which was especially present in the architecture: the arches and vaults were softened and the latter were frescoed with scenes from the life of Saint Nicolás and Saint Peter the Martyr.
The beauty and spectacularity of this pictorial cycle make it comparable to the vault of San Nicolás with the Sistine Chapel of the Vatican. The endless frescoes have recently been restored, making them even more appealing to visitors.
With this ticket and the included audio guide, you'll learn all about the details of the Valencian Sistine Chapel and find out about the miracle that took place here.
Opening Times
The Church of San Nicolás has the following opening times:
- Tuesday - Friday: open from 10:30 am to 7 pm
- Saturdays: open from 10 am to 7 pm
- Sundays & holidays: open from 1 pm to 8 pm
Final admission will be 1 hour before closing.
Special Times
- June 7: open from 2 pm to 7 pm
- June 21: open from 10 am to 6 pm
- July 5: open from 2 pm to 7 pm
- September 9: open from 10:30 am to 4 pm. Final admission is at 3 pm
- September 13: open from 10 am to 6 pm
- October 18: open from 10 am to 6 pm
- November 15: open from 2:30 pm to 7 pm
- November 22: open from 10 am to 6 pm
La Luz de San Nicolás: An Immersive Experience
Starting July 1, your ticket to the Church of San Nicolás in Bari includes an innovative multimedia experience: La Luz de San Nicolás ("The Light of San Nicolás"). This set of three artistic works highlights the key moments in the church's history through different artistic forms, projecting a new perspective on its iconic Baroque dome and paying tribute to its patron saint.
Within this experience, you can enjoy:
- El Latido de San Nicolás ("The Pulse of San Nicolás"): a fascinating interactive exhibition that will guide you through the building's history and space, from the Valentia Edetanorum period.
- Lux ex Oriente ("Light from the East"): an impactful audiovisual installation that offers a creative interpretation of the symbols that characterize the figure of San Nicolás.
- Homenaje a la Belleza ("Tribute to Beauty"): an immersive projection that honors the atemporal and inspiring beauty of the church's Baroque ornamentation with 21st-century lights, music, and technology.
The projections of La Luz de San Nicolás are shown every hour, starting at 11 am.
Skip-the-Line Tickets
During the booking process, you can choose the skip-the-line tickets, which will allow you to enter the Church of San Nicolás with priority access and avoid waiting in line.
