MUSEUMS IN BARCELONA
Barcelona is a city of art, science, and stories — and its museums are the perfect way to dive deeper. Here are some of the top museums — complete with ticket links and maps to help you plan your visit.
Pablo Picasso (1881–1973) was a groundbreaking Spanish artist and one of the most influential figures in modern art. Born in Málaga, he spent much of his life in France, constantly reinventing his style and pushing artistic boundaries.
Picasso co-founded Cubism, a movement that revolutionized visual perspective, and produced thousands of works across painting, sculpture, ceramics, and drawing. His most iconic pieces include Les Demoiselles d’Avignon and Guernica, a powerful anti-war statement.
Known for his bold creativity and restless innovation, Picasso’s legacy continues to shape the art world today.
Most famous painting from Pablo Picasso, the Guernica, located in Euskadi. Image by Almudena Sanz from Pixabay
🎨 Picasso Museum
Explore the early works of Pablo Picasso in this stunning museum housed in medieval mansions.
Image: Joan Miró – Carnival of the Harlequin by Conmongt on Pixabay
🌈 Fundació Joan Miró
Joan Miró (1893–1983) was a celebrated Catalan painter, sculptor, and ceramicist known for his imaginative and colorful style. Born in Barcelona, Miró blended abstraction with surrealism, creating dreamlike works filled with playful shapes and bold colors. His art reflects a deep connection to Catalan culture and a spirit of creative freedom that continues to inspire.
Colorful, surrealist works by Joan Miró in a peaceful hilltop setting with panoramic views.
🔬 CosmoCaixa Science Museum
Barcelona’s interactive science museum with a planetarium and a living Amazon rainforest.
Image by Pablo Valerio from Pixabay
🏛️ Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya (MNAC)
Home to the Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya (MNAC), Palau Nacional is one of the most majestic buildings in the city. Its steps and terraces offer incredible views over Plaça d’Espanya. From Romanesque frescoes to modernist masterpieces, MNAC is a must for art lovers.
🏺 MUHBA (Barcelona History Museum)
Walk through Roman ruins and discover the city’s ancient roots beneath the Gothic Quarter.
🖼️ Moco Museum
Modern and contemporary art from Banksy, Basquiat, and more in a vibrant, Instagram-worthy space.