Art, culture, science and entertainment come together in Barcelona's museums: Egyptian mummies and contemporary works of art, the reconstruction of a mangrove swamp and garments that have defined the history of fashion, the city's Roman origins and one of Europe's biggest sports clubs… The city's cultural life is just as rich.

Art
From Romanesque frescoes at the MNAC, to the latest contemporary art at the MNAC, and much, much more…

History, archaeology and ethnology
The origins of cultures and traditions dating back thousands of years.

Applied arts
Who says that a work of art is only there to be looked at?

Exhibition centres
Unique venues dedicated to the passion for art and culture.

Science and technology
Animals, plants and science as you've never seen them before.

Sport
Even more thrilling seen close up.

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Antoni Tàpies. The Places of Art
Exhibitions and activities
Fundació Antoni Tàpies
From 5/3/2010 to 2/5/2010

Music through the Eyes
Exhibitions and activities
Palau Robert
From 23/2/2010 to 2/5/2010

Other museums

Here you’ll find other museums you might be interested in

Museums and Places of interest
Get the most out of Barcelona's intense cultural life visiting its museums and places of interest. If you prefer, you can take advantage of the multitickets to soak up the city's art and culture.

Tourist Material
Tourist brochures to discover the places of interest, the museums, the cultural activities and the best suggestions for visiting the city.

The bestsellers

This winter in barcelona

Barcelona offers you very interesting options for every period of the year. Here are a few suggestions:

But there's much, much more. Make the most of the spring sunshine and take a stroll along Barcelona's beaches and through its parks. Discover the most important exhibitions and do a spot of shopping. And discover the seasonal cuisine, and see a dolphin, and experience nature with Gaudí… Do you need any more ideas?

Barcelona welcomes you to...

Global Sports Forum Barcelona. 8 - 10 March 2010
International conference to debate sport's which brought together more than 1,000 people from all parts of the world of sport.
Alimentaria. 23 – 26 March 2010
The most important International Food and Beverages Exhibition in Spain and one of the world’s leading events of this type.
SITC. 15 - 18 April 2010
International Tourism Show in Catalonia. The biggest range of travel options, services and ideas for your free time.
EIBTM. 30 November-2 December 2010
The leading event for the meetings and incentive industry.

Art and culture