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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Multitickets: a single ticket to a whole host of spaces
Exhibitions and activities

From 13/12/2011 to 31/12/2012
Discover the culture, art and fun of Barcelona at your own pace.

Planetarium 3D Stereo. The Universe, As You’ve Never Seen It!
Exhibitions and activities | Family activities
Cosmocaixa Barcelona
From 20/12/2011 to 31/12/2012
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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

In winter, Barcelona reveals its cultural activities and invites you to take a stroll, discover its shops and gastronomy. Here are some suggestions:

Take a stroll through the parks, discover new exhibitions, go to a concert or take a short trip out of town.

Barcelona welcomes you to...

Mitja Marató Barcelona. 26 February 2012
The 22nd Half Marathon covers an urban circuit of 21,097 km, is the first big race of 2012.
Mobile World Congress. 27 February – 1 March 2012
The most innovative industry-leading event in global mobile communications.
Alimentaria. 26-29 March 2012
The most important International Food and Beverages Exhibition in Spain and one of the world’s leading events of this type.
SITC. 20-22 April 2012
The biggest range of travel options, services and ideas for your free time.

Art and culture