Why visit / Interesting facts:
- One of the most important medieval art collections in the world
- Velázquez, Ribera, Zurbarán, El Greco, Dalí and Picasso
- Housed in the beautiful building of Palau Nacional
Time required: 90 minutes
Phone: (34) 93 622 0376
Web site: http://www.mnac.es/
Opening hours:
| Time period | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday to Saturday: | 10am - 7pm |
| Sundays and public holidays: | 10am - 2:30pm |
| Mondays, except public holidays: | Closed |
Admission:
| Ticket type | Charge |
|---|---|
| General: | 8.5 € |
| Between 15 and 21 and students: | 5.95 € |
| Under 14 and over 65: | Free |
Public transport:
- Subway Line 1: Espanya
- Subway Line 3: Espanya
Address: Palau Nacional. Parc de Montjuïc
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Photo: Souvik_Prometure
Things you need to know:
- The National Art Museum of Catalonia is a museum of Catalan visual art
- It carries a wild range of art styles from Romanesque and Gothic through Renaissance and Baroque to 19th and 20th century arts
- It is housed in Palau Nacional, built for the 1929 World's Fair
- The 15-min fountain show synchronized to classical music provides an unforgettable experience on summertime evenings
What to do there:
- See the impressive collection of the museum
- Walk around the magnificent building
- Enjoy the view towards Plaça Espanya with the promenade and fountains
Tips & Insights:
- Save money by purchasing the Articket that serves as a pass to several Barcelona attractions
- Do not forget to pick up the free museum map at the ticket office
- Free entrance on the first Sunday of each month
