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Contemporary Art Museum

On this page you find practical information, photos and videos about Contemporary Art Museum.

Contemporary Art Museum features in these preplanned City Guides:

3-day Barcelona City Guide5-day Barcelona City Guide

Why visit / Interesting facts:

  • A slew of big-name Spanish and international contemporary artists
  • Excellent temporary exhibits

Time required: 45 minutes

Phone: (34) 93 412 0810

Web site: http://www.macba.cat/

Opening hours:

Time period Opening hours
September 25th to June 23rd Weekdays: 11am - 7:30pm
September 25th to June 23rd Saturdays: 10am - 8pm
September 25th to June 23rd Sundays and holidays: 10am - 3pm
June 24th to September 24th Weekdays: 11am - 8pm
June 24th to September 24th Thursdays and Fridays: 11am - 12 midnight
June 24th to September 24th Saturdays: 10am - 8pm
June 24th to September 24th Sundays and holidays: 10am - 3pm
Tuesdays: Closed

Admission:

Ticket type Charge
General: 7.5 €
Students: 6 €
Over 65, under 14: Free

Public transport:

  • Subway Line 1: Universitat or Catalunya
  • Subway Line 2: Catalunya
  • Subway Line 3: Sant Antoni

Address: Plaça Angels, 1, 08001 Barcelona

Things you need to know:

  • Museu d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona is Barcelona's contemporary art museum
  • It opened on 28 November 1995
  • The museum focuses mainly on post 1945 Catalan and Spanish art
  • Three major eras are distinguished: (1) 40s and 50s, (2) 60s-70s, and (3) contemporary art
  • The surrounding square is one of the most famous places for modern skateboarding

What to do there:

  • Enjoy the excellent contemporary art collection
  • Do not forget to check out the temporary exhibitions

Tips & Insights:

  • Save money by purchasing the Articket that serves as a pass to several Barcelona attractions

Contemporary Art Museum features in these preplanned City Guides: