Barcelona Ethnological Museum – Montjuïc Cultural Gems

About the Barcelona Ethnological Museum in Montjuïc

The Barcelona Ethnological Museum in Montjuïc is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in Catalan heritage and global cultures. It originated from the merger of the Museum of Industries and Popular Arts and the Ethnological and Colonial Museum Foundation in 1962. In 1973, the museum moved to its current purpose-built location on Montjuïc mountain, making it one of the best museums in Montjuïc for history lovers.

This ethnographic museum in Barcelona features three floors of exhibitions:

Ground Floor: Showcases small cultural heritage items such as figurines, pottery, glassware, carvings, religious artifacts, and paintings.
First Floor: Features immersive recreations of traditional scenes like fishing, farming, weaving, and ironmongery, with related artifacts.
Second Floor: Hosts temporary exhibitions and contemporary displays from 20th-century Barcelona.

It’s one of the few museums in Barcelona showcasing Catalan folklore through immersive displays.

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Barcelona Ethnological Museum in Montjuïc

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Visiting Barcelona Ethnological Museum Montjuïc

This is the Montjuïc location of the Museu Etnològic i de Cultures del Món. The main museum is located on Montcada Street in El Born, near the Picasso Museum.

Barcelona Ethnological Museum Tickets and Free Entry Days

Tickets are valid for both the Montjuïc Ethnological Museum and the Montcada Street Ethnological Museum. You can buy them online or at the ticket office (which closes 30 minutes before the museum).

Free entry days at Museu Etnològic Montjuïc:

Every Sunday from 3:00 pm
First Sunday of each month from 10:00 am
February 12 (St. Eulàlia Festival)
May 16 and 18 (International Museum Day)
September 24 (La Mercè Festival)

Barcelona Ethnological Museum Opening Hours

Summer (May 1 – September 30): Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Winter (October 1 – April 30): Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
Closed on: Mondays (except holidays), January 1, January 6, May 1, June 24, December 25, December 26

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Accessability & What to bring to the Barcelona Ethnological Museum Montjuïc

The museum has lift access to all floors, making it suitable for pushchairs and visitors with mobility needs.
Bicycle anchorage is available at the entrance.
Large bags and rucksacks must be stored in lockers or reception.
Small handbags and 10L rucksacks are generally allowed.
Bring headphones for the audio guide experience.

Barcelona Ethnological Museum Montjuïc Summary of Prices

Train/Bus Fare Entry Ticket Additional Information Train/Bus Fare Entry Ticket Additional Information Adult Zone 1 T-casual € 5.00 16-29 years, Over 65, 3.50 Euros Child € 1.25 FREE For under 16 Years Group/Family Ticket? o, but see guided tours section of website if visiting as a group. Notes FREE every Sunday after 15h. Free Entry? Every Sunday 15:00h to 19:30h, First Sunday of every month 10:00h to 19:30h, 12 February, 16 & 18 May, 24 September

Getting to Barcelona Ethnological Museum Montjuïc

Address: Passeig de Santa Madrona 16, Barcelona, 08038

The Museu Etnològic Montjuïc is located to the left of the MNAC museum and is easily walkable from Plaça Espanya. This makes it one of the most accessible museums in Montjuïc for families and history lovers. Use a T-Casual or Hola Barcelona travel card to reach Plaça Espanya easily by metro or bus.

Visitors can also walk to the museum from the Montjuïc funicular upper station, which connects to the metro system. Additionally, the TMB 55 bus stops directly outside the museum, making it a convenient option for those exploring cultural heritage exhibits in Montjuïc.

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