Explore the museums of Barcelona with us. There are over 55 museums in the city covering art, design, history, architecture, science, sports and more.
Many of Barcelona’s best museums offer free entry once a month, including the Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya (MNAC), Museu Picasso and Museu d’Història de Barcelona (MUHBA). Find out which museums you can visit for free and when to go.
Housed in the historic Palau Cervelló in El Born, Moco Museum Barcelona blends modern masters like Banksy, Warhol, and Basquiat with immersive digital art in a striking 16th-century setting.
The Gaudí Exhibition Center is situated in the medieval Casa de la Pia Almoina, which incorporates the old Roman wall and ancient entrance to Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. The museum consists of 1,000 square metres, distributed over three floors covering the life and work of the great Catalan architect.
The Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona (CCCB) is a vibrant hub in El Raval. With striking architecture, exhibitions, debates, and festivals, it invites visitors to explore contemporary culture, urban life, and global creativity.
The Museu d’Història de Barcelona (MUHBA) is the city’s main institution for exploring Barcelona’s rich historical legacy, from its Roman beginnings as Barcino to the modern metropolis it is today.