Barcelona es una ciudad vibrante y llena de rincones donde disfrutar de cultura y arte, desde el arte antiguo hasta el más moderno.

Packed with museums, exhibitions and events, Barcelona offers its citizens, tourists and visitors a wide variety of unique cultural activities and events, with multiple discounts and special rates to enjoy Barcelona, its culture and art at the best price.

In this article, we’ll explore the 4 best museums in Barcelona and give you some tips on how to visit them and get the most out of your visit.

1. National Art Museum of Catalonia (MNAC)

Ubicado en lo alto de Montjuic, a escasos minutos de Grums Hotel, se encuentra el MNAC, uno de los museos más importantes de Barcelona. En ese museo se exhiben colecciones de arte desde el Renacimiento y el Barroco hasta arte moderno, incluyendo obras clave de la Guerra Civil. Este museo de la ciudad de Barcelona no solo presenta diversas exposiciones, sino que también organiza múltiples actividades culturales tanto para niños como para adultos, permitiendo aprender sobre arte de forma lúdica. Descubre de una forma diferente la ciudad de Barcelona, a través del arte y la cultura.

2. Museum of Contemporary Art of Barcelona (MACBA)

Fundado en la segunda mitad del siglo XX, el Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Barcelona (MACBA) se encuentra en el barrio multicultural de El Raval. Con su fachada blanca y luminosa diseñada por el arquitecto Richard Meier, el museo alberga colecciones de contemporary art that do not leave visitors indifferent.

This museum currently has many exhibitions with which to enjoy contemporary art, such as the striking exhibition ‘Perlude. Poetic Intention’, on display at the museum until 21 April 2025, which invites us to reflect on the multiple interpretations that can be given to a work of art and how the museographic context surrounding the work gives it meaning.

3. Picasso Museum of Barcelona

As its name suggests, the Picasso Museum houses an extensive collection of more than 4.000 works by the famous artist and creator of Cubism, Pablo Picasso.

Located in Ciutat Vella, the museum is surrounded by tourist and cultural sites where you can enjoy a day in cultural Barcelona. For example, you can stroll through the Ciutadella Park or visit Barcelona Cathedral and its charming interior gardens.

Coming soon, from 22 November 2024 to 30 January 2025, the exhibition ‘From Montmartre to Montparnasse’, showing works by Catalan artists at the height of artistic freedom in Paris.

4. Joan Miró Foundation

The third most visited museum in Barcelona, the Joan Miró Foundation, is located in Montjuic Park, a cultural setting that offers spectacular vantage points from which to enjoy views of the city.

In this museum you will find paintings, sculptures, textiles and other creations by the Catalan artist, ideal for delving into the abstract movement.

Around it, you can find more cultural activities, such as visiting the Archaeological Museum or enjoying concerts at the Palau Sant Jordi. Montjuic Park undoubtedly captures the magic of the culture and art of the city of Barcelona.

Additional tips for visiting museums in Barcelona

Museum rates and discounts

Most museums in Barcelona offer discounts for all types of visitors. There are also reduced rates for students and teachers, which makes it easier to access these cultural spaces.

In addition, every Sunday from 15:00 to 20:00 h admission is free to some museums in the city of Barcelona, and some even offer free admission all day on the first Sunday of every month.

Plan your visit to Barcelona

To make the most of a cultural experience in Barcelona, it is advisable to plan your visit to the museum and take advantage of nearby tourist attractions and places of interest, such as botanical gardens, architectural monuments or other museums. By organising in advance, not only will you be able to take advantage of discounts or special rates offered by each museum and choose the one that best suits you, but you can also discover special events such as the famous ‘Night of the Museums’, an exclusive event held once a year on International Museum Day, where you can enjoy exhibitions and cultural events at night for free. Also, by planning your visit to the museums in advance, you can find out about the different methods of transport to get to your destination as quickly and cheaply as possible. The city of Barcelona stands out for its extensive and well-organised public transport network, which operates 24 hours a day. Find out which combination is best suited to your visit.

Where to stay during your visit to Barcelona

When planning your visit, it is important to choose a centrally located hotel that allows you to access various museums and cultural events without having to travel long distances.

Grums Hotel is an excellent choice, as it is close to important museums in Barcelona such as the MNAC and the Joan Miró Foundation, avoiding long journeys by public transport or car.

Free museums in Barcelona

In addition to the discounts, there are museums with free admission every day of the year, such as the Museum of Performing Arts of the Theatre Institute, where you can discover exhibitions on the history of Catalan stage and theatre art.

As we have seen, Barcelona offers a wide variety of museums and cultural activities that will enrich your visit to the city.

Grums Hotel is the best option to stay close to these museums and visit a lot of events in Barcelona!

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