Why visit / Interesting facts:
- Fine example of early 20th century shipbuilding
- One of the most important examples of Barcelona's sea heritage
Time required: 30 minutes
Phone: (34) 933 429 920
Web site: http://www.mmb.cat/
Opening hours:
| Time period | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| May 1 - October 31 Tuesday to Friday: | 12 noon - 7:30pm |
| May 1 - October 31 Saturdays, Sundays and holidays: | 10am - 7pm |
| November 1 - April 30 Tuesday to Friday: | 12 noon - 5:30pm |
| November 1 - April 30 Saturdays, Sundays and holidays: | 10am - 5:30pm |
Admission:
| Ticket type | Charge |
|---|---|
| General (Martime Museum included): | 2.5 € |
Public transport:
- Subway Line 3: Drassanes
Address: Moll de la Fusta at Barcelona's Port Vell
Photos: (see more photos)
Photo: R_Ilagsmoen
Things you need to know:
- Pailebot Santa Elulalia is a beautiful three-mass vessel (schooner) rocking on water in the harbor (Moll de la Fusta)
- It made its first journey in 1918
- It used to transport textile and salt to Cuba and return with the treasures of the island such as tobacco, coffee, cereals and wood
- The ship is on exhibition since 1997 after the Maritime Museum (Museu Marítim) bought and renewed it as an effort of preserving historical Catalan ships
What to do there:
- Relax on a bench of La Rambla de Mar that offers a splendid view on the schooner and the port
- Climb onboard to experience the beautifully renovated schooner
Tips & Insights:
- Free entrance on Sundays after 3pm
