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Free Museums in Barcelona on Sundays and other days

Free Museums in Barcelona on Sundays

Ann Marie Brannigan 3 Comments

When I first arrived in Barcelona I was quite surprised to find that State-owned museums charged a fee to enter! Depending on the museum, the cost can be higher or lower but free museums in Barcelona are hard to find! As someone who loves whiling away a few hours in galleries or exhibits, I quickly learned what timetables various sites had that are free for anyone to visit.

This post was updated in February 2022.

INDEX

  • Barcelona Free Museums on Sundays
    • City History Museum
    • Natural History Museum
    • Botanical Gardens of Barcelona
    • Frederic Marès Museum
    • El Born Cultural & Memorial Centre (El Born CCM)
    • Ethnological & Cultures of the World Museum
    • Music Museum
    • Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona (CCCB)
    • Maritime Museum
    • Design Museum (HUB)
  • Free Museums on the 1st Sunday of the month
    • Catalonia’s National Art Museum (MNAC)
    • Picasso Museum
    • Palau Güell by Gaudí
    • Monastery of Santa Maria de Pedralbes
    • Catalonia’s History Museum
    • Pavilion Mies Van Der Rohe
  • Barcelona Free Museums on other days
    • Contemporary Art Museum (MACBA)
    • La Virreina Palace
    • Santa Monica Arts Centre
    • Photography Archive of Barcelona
  • Tips on how to make the best of the Free Museums in Barcelona

Barcelona Free Museums on Sundays

City History Museum

A must-see is Barcelona’s History Museum where you will experience first-hand the Roman city. It is housed in Casa Padellàs a late 15th-century Gothic palace. This building was moved to Plaça del Rei stone by stone in 1931 to protect it from demolition.

Here, a cool eerie labyrinth transports you back 2,000 years and allows you to meander through 4,000m2 of streets and homes. You can’t get much closer to feeling what it was like to be a Roman in Barcelona.

Free museums in Barcelona on Sundays - City History Museum
Roman Ruins at Barcelona’s City History Museum. Photo by Shadowgate

NOT TO MISS: After the stroll through Roman Barcelona underground, don’t miss the fabulously restored Saló del Tinell. The old medieval dining room of the kings. It is up the stairs to the right and can be overlooked by visitors sometimes who miss the turn or get distracted by the temporary exhibitions sometimes held inside.

FREE TIMES: Every Sunday after 3 pm & the first Sunday of the month.

WEBSITE: Museu d’Història de Barcelona (MUHBA)

Natural History Museum

The Museum of Natural Sciences is located within the Forum Building, an architectural landmark designed by the Swiss architects Jacques Herzog and Pierre de Meuron. It is a building that has sparked controversy as there have been a great many spats over its construction costs. Politics aside it’s a good space to take the kids.

They have a permanent exhibition, “Planet Life”, that represents the direct relationship between man and earth. Stuffed animals, interactive screens, projected videos, fossils and more are all housed in a dark atmospheric space. On top of all of this, it also hosts good temporary exhibitions so it’s worth checking to see what’s on.

Natural Science Museum Barcelona
Exhibit at the Natural Science Museum in Barcelona

NOT TO MISS: Visiting with kids the media library provides a great source of fun reading material after the visit. If you are organised enough, check on their website when you can book in for the science nest. It is for very young members (0 to 6) and allows hand touching of every exhibit inside. It is usually open in the morning and allows limited numbers of people inside for half-hour turns.

FREE TIMES: Every Sunday after 3 pm & the first Sunday of the month.

WEBSITE: Museu Blau (NAT)

Botanical Gardens of Barcelona

Barcelona Botanical Gardens (affiliated with Museu Blau above) offers a 14-hectare oasis and splendid views of the city. As it’s not too well connected, you’ll have to check for buses and walk a bit. The plus side of it being a bit off track is that it can be gloriously peaceful at times.

With landscaping and habitat from Australia, Chile, California, South Africa and the Mediterranean, it offers nice eye candy to the enthusiastic gardener. Finish your visit to the Botanic Institute which regularly hold exhibitions relating to the fascinating world of plants!

Botanical Gardens Barcelona
Barcelona’s Botanical Gardens. Photo by Daderot [CC0], via Wikimedia Commons
NOT TO MISS: The Historical Botanical Garden is absolutely stunning, and it feels like you are stepping back in time. These old original Botanics are located in a different part of Montjuïc, beside the MNAC, making them more accessible. Landscaped inside a basin, believe it or not, the cold air gathers at the bottom and can be up to 4 degrees cooler than the top of the basin.

FREE TIMES: Every Sunday after 3 pm & the first Sunday of the month.

WEBSITE: Jardí Botànic (NAT)

Frederic Marès Museum

If crucifixes and all things curious are your bag, then aim to spend some time here. Born in the northern coastal tip of Catalonia, Portbou, Marès was a university professor, sculptor and collector. His own public work includes the fountain in Plaça Catalunya and the steps leading to Montjüic, among other places in the city.

His passion also lay with the art of collecting. He died in 1991, aged 91, leaving behind a truly eclectic collection. In a number of rooms, you’ll find sculptures (some his) dating from Antiquity to more modern times and, in the basement, a vast assembly of crucifixes and Madonnas. The top floor houses hundreds of smaller 19th-century items such as pipes, combs, fans and toys.

Museu Marès - Barcelona Free Museums
Part of the toys’ collection displayed at Marès Museum

NOT TO MISS: There really is something for everyone here. Personally, I love the ladies room filled with Art Nouveau jewellery, fans, purses etc. Please don’t forget the windows! Look out of them to get the upper view of Barcelona’s Cathedral and beautiful surroundings!

FREE TIMES: Every Sunday after 3 pm & the first Sunday of the month.

WEBSITE: Museu Frederic Marès (MFM)

El Born Cultural & Memorial Centre (El Born CCM)

The impressive iron and glass structure was designed by Josep Fonterè in 1876 and originally housed a food market. However, today its function is quite different. During some works inside the market, an archaeological dig was done revealing beautifully preserved paths and house foundations from the previous neighbourhood which once stood here.

Booking into a tour is compulsory if you want to go down and walk through the footsteps of locals who lived there in centuries gone by, up to the War of Succession that ended in 1714. In reprisal, this neighbourhood was pulled down to make way for the Ciutadella Fortress, a symbol of repression for many years. It is a fascinating insight into a pivotal point in Catalan history that even affects politics today.

El Born CC Barcelona
El Born CC archaeological site. Photo by Jorge Franganillo

NOT TO MISS: One fascinating detail is the cannonballs on display that were recovered from the excavation of the neighbourhood, giving grim reality to the year-long siege the locals endured in 1714.

FREE TIMES: Every Sunday after 3 pm & the first Sunday of the month.

WEBSITE: El Born Centre de Cultura i Memòria

Ethnological & Cultures of the World Museum

Think about a group of passionate intellectuals in ethnology worried about how quickly the world was advancing and changing. They felt there was a need to preserve objects relating to traditions within society throughout the world. This is how the Ethnological and World Cultures Museum was born. The growing collection has now been split into two locations.

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Ethnological Museum (Montjuïc)

If you are interested in Catalan origins and its social and cultural history, then this is the place for you. The central space takes six main objects (i.e. boat, loom, wine press…) and relates them to Catalan cultures comparing them to other societies. Some objects can be touched while screens and computers are on display for the public to interact with. This provides a lovely insight into the Catalan way.

World Cultures Museum (Carrer Montcada)

Again, a fascinating look into culture and traditions but focusing on the other four continents. What immediately strikes you is how beautiful the building itself is. Two old merchant’s palaces have been renovated to hold this diverse collection. From masks to costumes to descriptions and videos, this show will take you on a trip around world traditions.

Museu de Cultures del Món Barcelona - Free on Sundays
Museu de Cultures del Món. Photo by OK apartment

NOT TO MISS:  If travelling with kids, don’t miss the interactive room in the upper story on Montcada street. It brings the exhibit alive with music, recipes and language. Adults have a great time too!

FREE TIMES: Every Sunday after 3 pm & the first Sunday of the month.

WEBSITES: Museu Etnològic & Museu de Cultures del Món

Music Museum

This is interesting for music lovers out there. Here you will find a collection of around 2,000 instruments from all over the world of which 500 are on display. Travel through time exploring instruments and music from the middle ages right up to the modern-day.

They run concerts and workshops, so it is worth checking out their website to see what’s on during your visit. The tour finishes in an interactive hall where you can have a bash at playing some instruments yourself. It is a great hit with kids for sure.

Music Museum Barcelona
Display of Spanish Guitar at the Music Museum. Photo by Sara Guasteví [CC BY-SA 3.0], via Wikimedia Commons
NOT TO MISS: Into guitars? This museum boasts one of the world’s finest collections of classical guitars.

FREE TIMES: Every Sunday after 3 pm, Thursday after 6 pm & the first Sunday of the month.

WEBSITE: Museu de la Música

Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona (CCCB)

The Contemporary Cultural Centre of Barcelona is a “space for creation, research, exhibition and debate on contemporary culture”. It hosts an interesting array of temporary shows.

Everything is cutting edge here and the exhibitions are always changing, so it is worth checking their website to find out what is on show. Location as it is right behind the MACBA in the Raval neighbourhood.

CCCB Barcelona Free Museums
Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona (CCCB). Photo by Alexander.Hüls

NOT TO MISS: If you are around for the annual World Press Photo exhibition it is an eye-opening exhibit of within the moment photos and fascinating videos. I never miss a year! Because it is a popular exhibit go before the opening time for the free visit as this does attract the masses and queues to go in.

FREE TIMES: Every Sunday after 3 pm.

WEBSITE: Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona (CCCB)

Maritime Museum

The Maritime Museum was once Barcelona’s Royal Shipyard. It is a perfectly conserved example of Gothic architecture as the construction began in the 13th century. The museum is worth visiting for the impressive vaulted ceiling and vast chamber alone. The displays are interesting and illustrate how shipbuilding and navigational know-how have developed over the years.

Great location to bring kids and lots of easy to interpret exhibits, this is a great museum all around. From strange-looking maps to descriptions of life as a galley slave, to scale models, to videos, it is so easy to get absorbed into marine history here. It is very handily located off Las Ramblas so very easy to combine with sightseeing.

Maritime Museum Barcelona - Free Sundays
Replica of the flagship at the Battle of Lepanto. Photo by Richard Mortel from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia [CC BY 2.0], via Wikimedia Commons
NOT TO MISS: A lovely feature is the life-size replica of the 16th-century flagship that led the armada into the Battle of Lepanto. But if what you want is to go aboard a real boat, the Schooner of Santa Eulàlia is part of the museum and is located only a few metres away.

FREE TIMES: Every Sunday after 3 pm.

WEBSITE: Museu Marítim de Barcelona (MMB)

Design Museum (HUB)

The first thing that strikes you is the boxy shaped building itself, located in the very modern area of Glòries. The Textile and Design Museums were transferred recently to this structure and it is such an amazing space that it breathes new life into what was an already fascinating collection. With sacks of room inside, it also houses the local library of the neighbourhood and interesting temporary exhibits.

For the permanent works head upstairs. The design museum is great. In one section you can wander around viewing old furniture, glassware, ceramics that shows the progression of the decorative Arts (3rd to 20th century). I love this section as it reminds me of wandering around top-notch antique shops and musing in my head what would look great in my house.

Also interesting is taking a look at revolutionary Catalan designs from the 1920s until modern day. There is a very funky vibe going through this section and anyone into retro will definitely enjoy it.

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The new impressive site of Barcelona’s Design Museum. Photo by Josep Bracons

NOT TO MISS: The textile section has to be my favourite. With garments dating back as far as the 16th century, it is incredibly fun to see the changing fashions over the years. Wonder at how small people were back then, wince at how tightly corsets fitted, awed by royal robes, appreciate detailed beading and be bedazzled at the gorgeousness of designer evening gear. There is something for everyone.

FREE TIMES: Every Sunday after 3 pm and the first Sunday of the month.

WEBSITE: Disseny HUB Barcelona

Free Museums on the 1st Sunday of the month

Catalonia’s National Art Museum (MNAC)

Impressively seated at the top of Montjuïc is the Palau Nacional, within which the Catalan National Art Museum is located. This beautiful building was constructed for the 1929 Barcelona International Exhibition and gazes down onto the whole city. The museum is widely respected for its extensive collection of Gothic and Romanesque church paintings as well as late 19th & 20th century Catalan Art.

It is one of the largest museums in Spain and has a majestic avenue leading up to it from the very impressive Placa d’Espanya. Escalators help the long climb to the entranceway. For foodies, there is a lovely restaurant at the top of the museum which does a great set price menu during the day. Very fancy altogether.

NOT TO MISS: The Romanesque collection (11th to 13th centuries) is quite extraordinary and world-famous. It comprises plaster murals painstakingly removed from their original churches in the Pyrenees during the early 19th century and brought to Barcelona for protection. Why? Private collectors were exploiting the remote location of these churches and taking the Artwork for their own collections. There is a fascinating video of the process used in this section. Beautifully displayed, the gem in the crown of this collection is from Sant Climent by the master of Taüll.

FREE TIMES: First Sunday of the month from 10 am to 3 pm & Saturdays after 3 pm.

WEBSITE: Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya (MNAC)

Picasso Museum

The Picasso Museum is located in the pretty medieval part of the city and proudly exhibits some 4,000 works by Pablo Picasso. Opened to the public in 1963, it was the first of its kind. Dedicated to him and his work, it acknowledges his lifelong love for and relationship with Barcelona. Picasso himself donated many of his works from his childhood and, more than any other exhibits, shows how he developed as a painter.

The location is very pretty, made up of five adjoining medieval palaces. Three of them, house the substantial permanent collection and the other two temporary exhibitions.

Ciencia i caritat - Picasso Muueum Barcelona
“Ciència i Caritat” at the Picasso Museum in Barcelona

NOT TO MISS: Las Meninas! No, not the Velazquez painting from 1623 but Picasso’s exhaustive pictorial analysis of this work. It is a fascinating study by Picasso where you as a viewer will learn more about the original masterpiece and be awed by Picasso’s energetic obsession with this piece.

FREE TIMES: First Sunday of the month & Thursdays from 4 pm to 7 pm. Pre-booking your free ticket is essential (tickets are available online from 4 days before the date).

WEBSITE: Museu Picasso Barcelona

Palau Güell by Gaudí

Just off Las Ramblas, you can find this jewel that is Palau Güell. Make no mistake, it might not be one of Antoni Gaudí’s best-known buildings, but it was one of his earliest important commissions. Eusebi Güell an influential businessman and patron of the Arts asked Gaudí to build an urban palace, which was to be an extension of his family home on Las Ramblas.

There is so much to see! In this building, no area is off-limits so you get to wander from the stables located in the basement right up to the chimneys on the roof terrace. The audio guide is one of the better ones with lots of extra add on options. The palace is decorated with impressive wrought-iron works, wood, ceramic, stained glass and stone works so do try and fit it into your day if possible.

Interior of Palau Güell by Antoni Gaudí
The main hall at Gaudí’s Palau Güell Photo by Andrew & Ann-Marie

NOT TO MISS: The starry sky top of the main salon. When you enter this room don’t forget to look up! This room is the heart of the building, so it essentially has no ceiling. When you turn your eyes towards the heavens, it is to the roof of the building which has lots of small windows giving you that nighttime impression.

FREE TIMES: First Sunday of the month. Like with the Picasso Museum, pre-booking your free ticket is mandatory (tickets are available online the Monday before the date).

WEBSITE: Palau Güell

Monastery of Santa Maria de Pedralbes

This Gothic Monastery was founded in 1326 and declared a national monument in 1991. It really is a national treasure. Off the beaten track, and certainly overlooked by the hoards that visit Barcelona, it is so worth a visit. Wander through the life of the St. Claire nuns who resided there until quite recently.

From the kitchens to the storerooms, converted dormitories, its church, refractory and abbey room, there is plenty to marvel at. But at its heart, you will find the largest Gothic tri-layered cloister in the world.

Housed within its wall are a large collection of art and artefacts from furniture, gold & silver, pottery and manuscripts. St Michael’s chapel might not be the Sistine chapel but certainly packs a punch. Painted by Ferrer Bassa, its lovely and colourful rendition shows the passion of Christ and the joys of the Virgin.

Check out their website also to see what temporary exhibits may be on show while visiting.

Monastery of Santa Maria de Pedralbes Barcelona
Monastery of Santa Maria de Pedralbes. Photo by José Antonio Gil Martínez

NOT TO MISS: The most fascinating piece of art for me is the Sepulchre of Queen Elisenda (1292-1364). She was the founder of the monastery and spent many years running the community after the death of her husband. It is a beautiful piece of Gothic sculpture made from marble and it has weathered the years is a testament to this extraordinary lady!

FREE TIMES: First Sunday of the month.

WEBSITE: Real Monestir de Santa Maria de Pedralbes

Catalonia’s History Museum

If you’re into history, especially that of Catalonia, dedicate a morning or two to the Catalan History Museum. The extensive permanent exhibition ushers you along from pre-historic roots through Roman Christianity and the Roman Empire, the countless battles, Counts and Kings, right up to the Spanish Civil War and present day. Some of the exhibits are interactive, like picking up a bag of armour (rope and pully help) to check how heavy the gear that the medieval knights wore was.

Located in a sector of an old trade warehouse now known as Palau de Mar, the MHC is the only building of the old industrial port of Barcelona to be conserved. This museum is a must-see for any history buff out there. Enjoy the rooftop cafe-bar with gorgeous views of the harbour before heading for a delicious paella at the Barceloneta neighbourhood next door.

Catalonia History Museum - Free on Sundays
Display explaining the history of the Jews in Barcelona at Catalonia’s History Museum. Photo by Alberto-g-rovi [CC BY 3.0], via Wikimedia Commons
NOT TO MISS: The Spanish Civil War section, with photos and stories, narrates you through a very compelling and tragic chapter of Spanish history.

FREE TIMES: First Sunday of the month from 10 am to 2:30 pm.

WEBSITE: Museu d’Història de Catalunya (MHC)

Pavilion Mies Van Der Rohe

Designed by acclaimed architects Ludwig Miers Van Der Rohe and Lilly Reich, this was the German pavilion for the 1929 Barcelona Internation Exhibition. The original building was torn down shortly after the Exhibition and what you can see now is a reconstruction made in the 1980s.

If you like modern architecture, you are in for a treat here as this is one of its most influential buildings. Most pavilions in World’s Fairs are there to showcase the country’s latest art, technologies and inventions. Not in this case. The building was bare during the 1929 Exhibition and acted as the exhibit itself. Only one sculpture and a couple of furniture designs decorated the interior. This included the iconic Barcelona chair.

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The interior of the pavilion. Photo by Pavilion Mies Van Der Rohe

NOT TO MISS: The experience of floating around the pavilion before resting while looking at the outdoor pond.

FREE TIMES: First Sunday of the month from 10 am to 8 pm (March-October) and from 10 am to 6 pm (November-February).

WEBSITE: Pavillion Miers Van Der Rohe

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Contemporary Art Museum (MACBA)

This building screams Modern Art in its construction and layout. Designed by American architect Richard Meier, you will know when you have arrived by all the hip skaters skimming their skateboards off the balustrade and steps.

When you enter, it is concrete on white and provides a sleek cutting-edge backdrop for the more contemporary works that are displayed here. As well as famous current travelling shows, there is a permanent collection of around 5,000 modern and contemporary artworks. These date from the 1940s onwards focusing mainly on Catalan and Spanish art.

This well-known landmark was built to open in conjunction with the 1992 Summer Olympics though it actually opened a few years later. If modern art is your cup of tea, this museum is definitely worth checking out.

MACBA - Contemporary Art Museum in Barcelona
Exhibition at MACBA Barcelona. Photo by Vale.Tawara [CC BY-SA 4.0], via Wikimedia Commons
NOT TO MISS: The temporary exhibitions are usually excellent. It is so worth checking out what new exhibit is advertised, current in theme and usually penned by well-known and recognised artists. Missed it in your own city, check to see if it is here!

FREE TIMES: Every Saturday from 4 pm to 8 pm.

WEBSITE: Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona (MACBA)

La Virreina Palace

La Virreina means the Viceroy’s wife. She was the one who got to enjoy this fab palace after the untimely demise of the person who commissioned the building: her husband. Nowadays, this 18th-century Baroque palace is a cultural centre that also houses contemporary exhibits for free every day!

It focuses on images rather than sculptures and a majority of the shows I have noticed are photo-based. I have caught some great shows here, and it is definitely worth checking out to see what is on.

Palau de la Virreina Barcelona
The beautiful interior patio at Palau de la Virreina. Photo by PCB75

NOT TO MISS: To visit the gallery area you need to go through the main big door entranceway (off La Rambla). Go halfway through the hall and up the stairs (either right or left). However, if you ignore the stairs and walk through towards the back door to the right you will see the display of Barcelona’s giants. They are hand-made characters that come out for the parades of the city. The Giants in La Virreina are the mascots of the city of Barcelona and will be carried by a single individual from the inside! You can’t help marvel at the beautiful craftwork of these huge puppets and be awed by the dedication of the bearer who will carry this huge weight during the festival.

FREE TIMES: Always a free museum.

WEBSITE: Palau de la Virreina

Santa Monica Arts Centre

Once a Catholic convent, this 17th-century structure now caters for the lovers of Art rather than the religious faithful. Located in the diverse neighbourhood of El Raval, it invites us in for workshops, talks and contemplation on modern Art culture. It is a multiple disciplinary centre although does boast its focus around digital media.

As you can imagine, it is a bit of a mixed bag, but they do host Art shows that are free all year round. It is definitely worth checking out what international artist has been invited to display their work.

Santa Mònica Arts Centre Barcelona
Exhibition at Santa Mònica Arts Centre. Photo by Arts Santa Mònica

NOT TO MISS: The building is certainly an eye-catching feature of the main boulevard in La Rambla. While being restored, the architects were given free rein to integrate modern materials and elements into the construction. Do not miss the ramp to the gorgeous viewing platform that overlooks La Rambla.

FREE TIMES: Always a free museum.

WEBSITE: Arts Santa Mònica

Photography Archive of Barcelona

Located next to the Chocolate Museum, this gallery holds great exhibitions for those interested in photography and the history of the city. Being a public institution, the entrance is always free.

It holds more than 3 million photographs that keep rotating through different public showings. Here you can check all their past exhibitions to see if they are your cup of tea.

Arxiu Fotogràfic de Barcelona
Many of the exhibitions at the AFB show the transformation of Barcelona over the years. Photo by J. Pons Escrigas – Arxiu Fotogràfic de Barcelona

NOT TO MISS: Well, here it all depends on your preferences so it is worth checking out what the current exhibition is. If you are interested in social portraits, city development or the history of Barcelona, this is the place for you.

FREE TIMES: Always a free museum.

WEBSITE: Photography Archive of Barcelona

Tips on how to make the best of the Free Museums in Barcelona

  • Be aware that many state-owned museums close on Mondays, so this might be the time to take advantage of a Free Tour in Barcelona. Relax and let somebody talk you through the monumental key sights of the city.
  • Book online in advance for the Picasso Museum and Palau Güell as free and paid tickets can sell out quickly at these two sites!
  • Are you 65 or over? Do you have kids travelling with you? A lot of museums are free for those under 16 and over 65 so be sure to always ask.
  • If the free days don’t fit your itinerary, buy a Barcelona Museum pass called ArticketBCN. It is of great value at €35 and valid for 12 months. With this, you will get admission and skip the line at 6 museums: Picasso Museum, Miró Foundation, Tàpies Foundation, MACBA, CCCB and MNAC.
  • There is also the Barcelona Card. For a specific number of days (3 to 5) it covers travel, free admission to some museums and discounts for various attractions, restaurants and tours. Check carefully their list to see what museums and attractions cross over with your itinerary (there are no discounts for Sagrada Familia, for example). The price difference between the 3-day and the 5-day pass is minimal so, if you are here for 5 days, you will probably get a great bang for your buck.
  • May 18th is International Museums Day. The vast majority of museums are free that day and also on the Night of the Museums, the closest Saturday to that date.
  • Some museums are also free on special celebrations like Sant Jordi’s Day (April 23rd) or La Mercè (September 24th).
  • 48h Open House BCN is also free for all, but to buildings that are not usually open to the public. Get in line with the locals to see some spectacular sights that reveal their secrets to the common man within those 48 hours. Volunteers (architects, interior designers, etc) talk groups through the sight so Spanish and Catalan is an advantage. Held usually in October, check out to see if anything interests you on their site.
  • If you are looking for other things to do in Barcelona for free, you will probably find very helpful this complete article with links and extra information to make the most of your visit: Free Things to do in Barcelona.

As you can see, there is no excuse to start enjoying the museums in Barcelona free of charge. All you need to do is a bit of planning. Tell us in the comments which one was your favourite! Also, don’t forget to check our very complete article with things to do in Barcelona. If you are continuing your Spanish trip and are looking for more free museums, follow the advice of our friends at OGO Tours for Free museums in Madrid. 
(This post might include affiliated links. If you make a purchase by following an affiliated link, we might make a small commission to help to maintain this site. At no point, this will incur any extra costs to you. Thank you)
Main photograph: M.N.A.C. by Benjamín Núñez González [CC BY-SA 4.0], via Wikimedia Commons

Our Recommendations For Free Museums in Barcelona

What museums in Barcelona are free every Sunday?

These are the recommended free museums in Barcelona on Sundays:

  • City History Museum
  • Frederic Marès Museum
  • Natural History Museum
  • Maritime Museum

What museums in Barcelona are free on the first Sunday of the month?

These are the recommended free museums in Barcelona on the first Sunday of the month:

  • Catalonia’s National Art Museum (MNAC)
  • Picasso Museum
  • Palau Güell
  • Monastery of Santa Maria de Pedralbes

What museums in Barcelona are always free?

These are the recommended museums in Barcelona that are always free:

  • La Virreina Palace
  • Santa Monica Arts Centre
  • Photography Archive of Barcelona

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Thank you Miguel! Brilliant tour, good humour, easy to understand and follow. Good history info, Miguel had great advice for the rest of our stay. I would recommend doing this on the first day of your trip. We did the... Gothic quarter tourread more
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Christopher Walsh
23:32 16 Jun 22
Touring the "old quarter" with Albert was the highlight of my Barcelona visit. It truly felt as if I were reconnecting with a friend strolling through his hometown. Albert brought generations of knowledge and an... historians perspective to a most informative presentation. Thank you for making that happen. Christopher Walshread more
Meghan Magee
Meghan Magee
23:18 16 Jun 22
We did the Gothic Quarter tour with Miguel, and it was the perfect way to spend our first day in Barcelona. Miguel was so personable, informative, and told great stories. He led an amazing tour!
Alexandra Pode
Alexandra Pode
18:16 09 Jun 22
We joined the family guided tour through the Gothic Quarters with our 10 yr old. Lisa is a fantastic guide, excellent storytelling that was captivating for all ages and with a big heart for Barcelona and Catalunya which... helps both big and small appreciate the history, heritage and beauty of the place. We took the tour on our first day which served as a great introduction for the next days. We also came back to some of the places we discovered on the way in the tour for eating and shopping. Lisa - warm regards from our family and thank you for hosting us!read more
Katie Pennick
Katie Pennick
11:52 07 Jun 22
A simply perfect start to our trip. I recommend wholeheartedly!Jarrod our tour guide was absolutely fantastic! His enthusiasm and love for the city was infectious and he did a marvellous job of talking us through the... history and culture of Barcelona. He was full of practical tips and advice and went out of his way to accommodate us.I use a wheelchair - the tour was wheelchair accessible (we stopped for a break half way through and there is a starbucks that has an accessible toilet!)read more
Rita Murray
Rita Murray
20:13 01 Jun 22
Albert was our tour guide. He was attentive, very knowledgeable and provided an entertaining walk through Barcelona. He was happy to respond to questions and provided many historical details throughout the tour. I’d... highly recommend his tour. However, I think tourists need to understand that this tour is just over 2 hours long.We enjoyed Albert’s passion for history. We ourselves enjoyed it. But others may have found it a bit long.Thanks Albertread more
Shay Gilad
Shay Gilad
12:44 31 May 22
We had a wonderful Gothic Quarter tour with Miguel! He was full of knowledge about the sites as well as places to visit and eat at in the city. Miguel was friendly, chatty, and very helpful. We would highly recommend... this walking tour. The pace was excellent and we were able to go to all the beautiful sites 😊read more
Marisol Mosquera
Marisol Mosquera
09:45 25 May 22
Great tours! The guides are friendly, fun and knowledgeable. You can see how much they enjoy doing these tours. I did two tours: The Gothic Quarter and Dark Past Night walking tours. Loved them both.
Andrea Hill
Andrea Hill
20:10 21 May 22
Incredible experience in Barcelona! We were traveling with our 5 year old daughter and it is hard to find activities that would keep the whole family engaged. This tour did just that. We learned so much about the city... and our daughter had a blast making new friends and completing activities. Highly recommend and wish every city offered this type of family activity. Ann-Marie was a wonderful tour guide and so great with the kids. By far our best day in Barcelona!read more
Janette Pena
Janette Pena
17:38 19 May 22
We had an amazing time during the Gothic tour with Albert! He was extremely knowledgeable and kept the tour interesting! There is not a ton of walking involved and my grandma and I had a great time! Would definitely... recommend.read more
Michele Gordon
Michele Gordon
21:15 15 May 22
We spent a delightful afternoon with Jarrod in the Gothic Quarter on a small group tour. We enjoyed the descriptions, history, commentary & pace. Jarrod is very knowledgeable about BCN & very approachable. We would... highly recommend the tour. Also, Jarrod gave us some great restaurant recommendations. Thank you!read more
Ben Duvall
Ben Duvall
16:55 11 May 22
We had a wonderful tour of the Gothic Quarter led by Ann-Marie. She was very knowledgeable and engaging. This tour was ideal way to start our first visit to Barcelona. I can't recommend this tour enough.
Natalie B
Natalie B
14:43 12 Apr 22
Lisa was spectacular. She was very knowledgeable, kind and she went at a great pace. She gave us so much information that helped us understand the history of Catalonia but she went further to help us connect to the... culture of Catalonia today. Lisa took the time to answer questions and gave us great tips to make the most of our trip. She also has great recommendations for restaurants, places to see and how to get around. The tour was great and Lisa was really terrific.read more
Lorraine Ogilby
Lorraine Ogilby
16:24 31 Mar 22
We took a 2 1/2 hour walking tour of the Gothic quarter with Anne-Marie from Runner Bean tours. She was incredibly knowledgeable and obviously passionate about both the city where she lives and the history! Full of... information and details about every site we visited and we heard so much that’s not included in any other trip. Very interactive with the group and put every single person at ease. She was an absolute mine of local information and recommendations at the end - which we personally used for meals and other sites to visit. These guys work on a donation system and be prepared to give them every euro that you feel they are worth. We took two of their tours and they were the highlight of our trip to Barcelona!!read more
W L
W L
08:57 30 Mar 22
I showed up on an earlier day for my city tour and Lisa was nice enough to let me join anyway. Her presentation was both enlightening and fun. She had personal stories and on the spot observations to share which made it... feel fresh. Her diction was very easy to understand and she was pleasant to listen to. Believe me I have been on some tours where the guides had annoying pet phrases like 'alright?' 'um' etc.. that can be tiresome to listen to for 2.5 hours. Lisa took personal interest in her guests and made the effort to talk to us individually whenever possible. Her food suggestions were great. I highly recommend going on her tour!read more
Helena Loremikan
Helena Loremikan
23:40 22 Feb 22
I went on both the Gothic quarter tour and the Gaudi tour and both of them were brilliant. Miguel was a brilliant guide and is so funny yet so informative. My friends and I enjoyed our tour so much we came back the very... next day. I would highly recommend booking a walking tour with them you would not regret it at all!read more
Sue Pupo
Sue Pupo
18:21 03 Dec 21
We had a very informative, well researched and extremely interesting tour with Miguel today of Runner Bean Tours. He pointed out interesting facts we would never discovered on our own, not to mention little known... facts. It was highly informative. Do yourself a favor, and sign up for one of the tours. We have been on two now, and we’ll worth the time! You will enjoy Miguel, a very personable person and a great guide. He will make you fall in love with Barcelona.read more
Nick Williams
Nick Williams
15:54 18 Aug 21
I did the Gaudí walking tour. We saw Palau Güell, Casa Batlló, Casa Milà/La Pedrera and Sagrada Família. There are more Gaudi things to see but this is an excellent introduction to Gaudí.Miguel was the guide and he... was brilliant. I also did the official Sagrada Família tour and the things Miguel told us were far more interesting than the official tour!!!I highly recommend this tour and I’m sure the other tours they offer are just as good!!!read more
Maria Fonseca
Maria Fonseca
21:04 31 Dec 20
Was a pleasant experience to have Lisa as tour guide.Full of details her explanation and very focus on what she was saying.A touch of british humour was very much appreciated ;)Thank you
Brigitte Gneissl
Brigitte Gneissl
12:47 09 Dec 20
I booked the group tour for the Gothic quarter but obviously due to the current circumstances I was the only one on the tour. Hence, my fantastic tour guide Lisa gave me a private tour and it was super interesting. I... really learned a lot and it's a great way of discovering Barcelona. Highly recommended for anyone who comes to BCN! It's so important to also learn about the history and culture. A fantastic tour. Greetings to Lisa.read more
Satyajeet Sarang
Satyajeet Sarang
15:56 17 Oct 20
We did the Gothic Quarter tour with Miguel. We were lucky that the other party on the tour had cancelled so we had a private tour!! Miguel was extremely knowledgable and gave us lot of detail and information on each... place and also bits and pieces of the in-between that tied the places together into a whole story!Miguel spent a good amount of time with us and also gave us good local tips for food, shops and such.We would highly recommend Runner Bean Tours!!read more
Lisa Gill
Lisa Gill
11:17 14 Oct 20
We had a fantastic tour led by Lisa and due to COVID it was just the three of us. We've been to Barcelona many times and so it was wonderful to learn more about the history of the city and the buildings we love so much.... Lisa was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommended!read more
rhonda caplan
rhonda caplan
03:03 13 Oct 20
We were so impressed with our tour. It was fun, and extremely informative. They go by donation and they are worth every penny .My friend and I have been on tours in a lot of cities and this tour ranked amongst our... favorite. We were encouraged to ask questions, and if I ever have an opportunity I would take as many tours from them as they offer. Thank you 😊 💙read more
Aoife Leddy
Aoife Leddy
13:56 12 Oct 20
We had a very short time in Barcelona so to make the most of the time we had, we decided to do a walking tour. I'm so glad we chose Runner Bean Tours. We did the Antoni Gaudí tour with Lisa and thoroughly enjoyed it.... Even our children were engaged throughout thanks to Lisa's gift for storytelling and bringing you on a journey with her tour. Given the current climate in Spain with few foreign tourists visiting, we were in a unique position to enjoy an almost private tour in a very quiet city...an experience we will probably never have the opportunity to have ever again. We enjoyed the Gaudí tour so much that we booked the Gothic tour the very next day and were lucky enough to have Lisa as a guide once more. Again, a wonderful tour delivered in an engaging and really entertaining way. Lisa's knowledge of the history of Barcelona shines through and her passion for this wonderful city is absolutely contagious. Highly recommended for the whole family ♥️👌read more
Sophie Nadal
Sophie Nadal
13:46 08 Sep 20
I really appreciated the visit with Ali, who payed attention to us, asking if we add any questions regularly. She loved introducing the city to us and we can feel it, it was a real pleasure. I recommend it !
Elizabeth Skelton
Elizabeth Skelton
14:14 03 Sep 20
We had an awesome time on the Barcelona gothic quarter tour with Miguel! Miguel was an amazing guide. He was full of interesting information, and his passion and love for the city and his job made the tour extra... enjoyable. He also gave us lots of recommendations for places to eat and drink in the city, and even helped us mark them on google maps. He also took some great pictures for us. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend runner bean tours. Thank you Miguel for giving us such an insightful experience!read more
Katie Mckitting
Katie Mckitting
17:06 01 Sep 20
We have done a lot of walking tours all over the world and this was by far our favourite. Miguel was very knowledgeable and funny and made this an enjoyable experience. It is clear that Miguel loves what he does and... made sure that we had fun too. There were only 2 others on the tour with us and he made sure we were safe and distanced and everyone wore their masks to make sure we all felt safe and comfortable. I 100% recommend doing this tour - especially if with Miguel if possible! Gracias for a lovely few hours in Barca!! :)read more
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