Why visit / Interesting facts:
- A must see for families with kids
- Extensive model ship collection
- Great temporary exhibitions
Time required: 60 minutes
Phone: (34) 93 342 9920
Web site: http://www.mmb.cat/
Opening hours:
| Time period | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| All year through: | 10am - 8pm |
Admission:
| Ticket type | Charge |
|---|---|
| General: | 2.5 € |
| Over 65, students under 25, between 7 and 16: | 1.25 € |
| Under 7: | Free |
Public transport:
- Subway Line 3: Drassanes
Address: Avinguda de les Drassanes s/n
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Photo: AndrewGould
Things you need to know:
- Museu Marítim is a museum dedicated to Barcelona's formidable seafaring history
- It is housed in the cavernous 13th-century Royal Shipyards (Drassanes Reials)
- The collection of model ships, maps and navigation instruments spans form the Middle Ages to the 19th century
- On exhibition is a full-scale replica of the Real, the flagship galley of Don Juan of Austria, who led the Christians to victory against the Turks during the Battle of Lepanto in 1571
What to do there:
- Visit the museum that retraces Catalonia's shipping history
- Do not forget to check the temporary exhibitions and other fun activities
Tips & Insights:
- The ticket to the Maritime Museum also gives access to Santa Eulalia schooner
- Free entrance on Sundays after 3pm
