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Free Museums in Barcelona on Sundays and other days

Free Museums in Barcelona on Sundays

Ann Marie Brannigan 2 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.

Some of the listed museum timetables might be affected by COVID-19 measures. Please check their websites for more information.

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
      • Ethnological Museum (Montjuïc)
      • World Cultures Museum (Carrer Montcada)
    • 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
  • Barcelona Free Museums on other days
    • Contemporary Art Museum (MACBA)
    • La Virreina Palace
    • Santa Monica Arts Centre
  • 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 & 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 on 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 & 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 at 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 & 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
Medieval Art at Marès Museum. Photo by José Antonio Gil Martínez

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 & 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 to a pivotal point in Catalan history which even affects politics today.

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

NOT TO MISS: One fascinating detail are 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 & 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 it to Catalan cultures comparing it 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 & 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 collection of classical guitars.

FREE TIMES: Every Sunday after 3 pm, Thursday after 6 pm & 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.

Barcelona HUB - Free Barcelona Museums on Sundays
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 on to 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 of 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 6 pm to 9:30 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 night time 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 is 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 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 it has weathered the years in 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 helps) 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 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, it 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)

Barcelona Free Museums on other days

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 which 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 half-way 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 craft work 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 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 to 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

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 paying 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 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 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 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. 

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Main photograph: M.N.A.C. by Benjamín Núñez González [CC BY-SA 4.0], via Wikimedia Commons

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Hope Melchior, Caspar and Balthazar bring everyone Hope Melchior, Caspar and Balthazar bring everyone lots of presents tonight and make life a bit happier for the most needed. Happy Kings' Day everyone! 👑👑👑🎁
Photo: Romanesque altar frontal from Santa Maria de Avià Church (13th century) at Catalonia's National Art Museum (Barcelona).
Best wishes to all for a fantastic 2021! 🤗 and Best wishes to all for a fantastic 2021! 🤗 and a very big goodbye to 2020 🤕
"El viejo y el nuevo año (the old and new year), Pablo Picasso, 1953.
We visited Saint Lucy's Christmas market today ⛄ We visited Saint Lucy's Christmas market today ⛄🎄. Happy to know that covid is not stopping this beautiful Barcelona tradition.With all the necessary health and safety regulations and plenty of "Tiós de Nadal" (Christmas logs) to keep the kids happy 😄#tiodenadal #christmasinbarcelona #christmastradition #xmas #christmas
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Today is Saint Lucy's Day, patron saint of the bli Today is Saint Lucy's Day, patron saint of the blind 👀Saint Lucy is well loved in Barcelona with the main Christmas Market named after her. But do you know where her main relics (including her head) are located today? Clue: the relics are on display behind the main altar but it is not in Barcelona 🤔Photo: "Martyrdom of Saint Lucy at the stake", XV century painting by Bernat Martorell (National Art Museum of Catalonia)
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Beautiful corners of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter 💚
Can you find the knight on his horse? 🐴⚔️⚜️
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Halloween tonight! 🎃🧛🏽‍♂️🧟☠️ Halloween tonight! 🎃🧛🏽‍♂️🧟☠️
Tomb of professor of anatomy Dr. Francesc Farreras i Framis at Barcelona's Montjuïc Cemetery
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Looking forward to stuffing ourselves with panelle Looking forward to stuffing ourselves with panellets tomorrow night 😋
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Look what we just found out! We are the #1 tour on Look what we just found out! We are the #1 tour on TripAdvisor out of 1,140 tours in Barcelona. That's something to be proud of 😄🥳🥰
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Agbar Tower, one of the landmarks of modern Barcel Agbar Tower, one of the landmarks of modern Barcelona.
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Barcelona is just full of beautiful corners 😍😍😍
Does anybody know the name of this street?
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Very different La Mercè Festival this year but it Very different La Mercè Festival this year but it is nice to see that the local shops made an effort with the shop windows.At Pastisseria La Colmena, more than 150 years sweetening Barcelona 🧁🍭🍬Happy La Mercè everyone! 😄😄😄
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