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Barcelona Museums that offer FREE Entry & Open Days
Museums in Barcelona that offer free entry, usually on the first Sunday of the month. Museums outside of Barcelona with free entry days
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Barcelona Museums that offer free days and open days.
In Barcelona, unlike other European cities, the Museums are not free. However, there are still open days and events for visiting museums for free.
Free On first Sunday of the month or every Sunday from 15:00h
Barcelona has multiple Museums that are run by the city council and most of these museums offer free entry on the first Sunday of the month, some all day and some between certain hours. Additionally, a few privately run museums have also subscribed to this scheme. Note that due to demand on free Sunday's, the museums may ask that people book their free entry in advance, especially since the covid pandemic as limits are placed on the number of visitors. My personal favourites for free first Sunday are the Museum National of Art Catalan (MNAC) by Montjuic Magic fountains (also free), Barcelona City History Museum (MHB) in the gothic quarter, Montjuic Castle and the Maritime Museum (MMB) in the port.
Popular open days where some museums are free to visit
The patron saint of Barcelona is Sant Eulalia which is celebrated on the 12th of February.
The Patron Saint of Catalunya is Saint Jordi (saint George - dragon slayer) which is celebrated on the 23rd of April.
The international day of Museums is celebrated on the 18th of May with some of Barcelona`s Museums having free days on and around this date.
The national day of Calalunya is the 11th Of September with some museum offering free access on this date.
La Merce, 24th September, is another patron saint of Barcelona with religious origins (Mare de Deu de la Merce - the virgin of grace) although I think more of this as a pagan festival, The autumn equinox, or Mabon, celebrating the end of summer weather. Some Museums have free open days for La Merce.
Christmas Eve, 24th December. A few museums open for free on this day.
Noches de los Museos
On one or more evenings of the year many museums host special free open days where they open in the evening till late, some till 1am.
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Barcelona Museums that offer free days and open days
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MUHBA – Barcelona City History Museum in Plaça del Rei
Walk through Roman streets beneath Plaça del Rei at MUHBA, Barcelona’s city history museum housed in medieval palaces and Gothic architecture
1st Sunday of every month, Every Sunday from 15:00h
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Modelo Prison Museum: Barcelona’s Former Panopticon of Repression
Explore La Modelo, Barcelona’s former panopticon prison turned museum. Active from 1904 to 2017, it held political prisoners and saw executions under Franco. Now open for free guided and unguided visits
Free Entry Thursday & Friday 16:00h to 19:00h, Saturday 10:00h to 14:00h & 16:00h to 19:00h, Sunday 10:00h to 14:00h
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Barcelona Botanical Gardens | Montjuïc Nature & Bonsai
Explore Barcelona’s Montjuïc Botanical Gardens. Discover bonsai trees, Mediterranean plants, cactus trails, and spring flowers with city views
1st Sunday of every month, Every Sunday from 15:00h, 12th & 13th February, 18th May & 24th September
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Palau Güell: Gaudí’s Castle-Style Mansion in Las Ramblas
Visit Palau Güell, Gaudí’s medieval-style mansion in Las Ramblas. Explore all floors of this UNESCO-listed museum. Tickets, hours, and tour info available
1st Sunday of every month, 12 February, 23 April, 11 September, 24 September & 15 December
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Montjuïc Castle Barcelona – Fortress, Museum & City Viewpoint
Explore Montjuïc Castle: a bastioned fortress, military museum, Civil War prison, and panoramic viewpoint. Former Spanish Army base, now open to the public
Free Sunday's after 15:00h, Free all day first Sunday of month
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Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya MNAC – Palau Nacional Barcelona
Visit MNAC in Montjuïc’s Palau Nacional. Explore Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance & Catalan Modern Art. Tickets, discounts & accessibility info
Free Sundays after 15, Free all day first Sunday of month
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Born Cultural Centre Barcelona | Ruins, Museum & Guided Tours
Explore 1714-era ruins beneath a 19th-century market at El Born Cultural Centre. Free entry, guided tours, and powerful stories of Barcelona’s past
Free Entry all year round to mezzanine ground floor. Closed Monday. Guided tours to ruins and exhibition rooms 4 Euros.
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Casa de la Ardiaca – Hidden Gem & Photo Spot in Barcelona
Scenic courtyard, rooftop views & modernist mailbox. A Gothic hidden gem beside the cathedral with archives, Roman walls & wedding-worthy photo spots
Free Entry to the interior patio and terrace plus any temporary exhibition
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Museu d'Història de Catalunya (MHCAT) | Catalonia History Museum
Explore Catalonia’s past at Palau de Mar. From the Stone Age to the Civil War, this family-friendly museum offers interactive exhibits and rooftop views
1st Sunday of every month, 12th February, 23rd April, 16th, 17th & 18th May, 11th September, 24th September, 24th December
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Funeral Carriages Museum – Montjuïc Cemetery Barcelona
Explore historic funeral carriages in Montjuïc Cemetery. Free museum, notable burials, and walking routes through Barcelona’s most serene cemetery
Free Entry Saturday & Sunday 10:00h to 14:00h.
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Schooner Santa Eulàlia – Historic Sailboat in Port Vell
Restored 1918 schooner moored in Port Vell. Visit the deck and hold as part of the Maritime Museum collection. Free entry Sundays after 15h
Every Sunday from 15:00h, 18th May & 24th September
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Museu Marítim – Barcelona’s Historic Ship Museum
Explore Barcelona’s maritime past in the Drassanes shipyards. See royal galleys, historic boats, and hands-on exhibits for families and sea lovers
Every Sunday from 15:00h, 18th May & 24th September
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Museu Frederic Marès – Barcelona's Sculpture & Collector’s Museum
Explore Museu Frederic Marès in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. Discover religious art, carved sculptures, and rare collectibles in a historic royal palace
1st Sunday of every month, Every Sunday from 15:00h, 12th February, 18th May & 25th September
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Picasso Museum Barcelona | 4000+ Works in El Born Palaces
Explore Picasso’s early works, ceramics, and cubism in 5 medieval palaces. Tips, tickets, free entry days, and guided tours in El Born, Barcelona
Thursday's 16:00h to 19:00h, first Sunday of each month. 12th and 13th February, 18th May and 24th September. Book free ticket online.
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Pedralbes Monastery Museum – Monestir de Pedralbes Barcelona
Founded in 1326 by Queen Elisenda, Pedralbes Monastery features a 3‑tier cloister garden, sacred art, and preserved monastic rooms in Barcelona
First Sunday of month, Every Sunday from 15:00h, 3rd May, 18th May, 8th June, 24th September, 21st October
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Olympic & Sports Museum | Montjuïc 1992 Olympic Exhibits
Explore Barcelona’s Olympic & Sports Museum on Montjuïc. Interactive exhibits, 1992 Olympic history, and family-friendly fun. Tickets, hours & directions
First Sunday of every month, 12th February, 18th May, 24th September
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Ethnological & World Cultures Museum | El Born Barcelona
Explore global heritage at Barcelona’s Ethnological Museum in El Born. Artifacts from Africa, Asia, Oceania & America. Free entry Sundays. Great rainy-day visit
First Sunday of month, Every Sunday from 15:00h, 12th February, 16th & 18th May, 24th September
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MUHBA Porta de Mar – Roman Sea Gate & Thermal Baths
Explore Roman ruins in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. Free museum with 2000-year-old sea gate, thermal bathhouse remains, and trade history from ancient Barcino
Free Entry Wednesday 10:00h to 13:00h and Saturday 10:00h to 13:30h (except August)
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Barcelona Ethnological Museum in Montjuïc – Cultural Gems
Explore 70,000+ artifacts at Museu Etnològic Montjuïc. Discover Catalan heritage, global cultures, and enjoy free museum entry on select days
Every Sunday 15:00h to 19:30h, First Sunday of every month 10:00h to 19:30h, 12 February, 16 & 18 May, 24 September
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Barcelona Natural Sciences Museum - Museo Ciències Naturales
Barcelona Museu Blau el Forum. Discover planet earth from creation to today's life on earth in a child friendly, informative & interactive space
1st Sunday of every month, Every Sunday from 15:00h, 12th February, 18th May & 24th September
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Fire Brigade Museum | Espai Bombers: Parc de la Prevenció
Explore Espai Bombers, Barcelona’s historic fire station museum featuring vintage firefighting vehicles and stories of famous fires. A must-see Montjuïc museum
12th February
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Museu de Música Barcelona | Music Museum at L’Auditori
Discover Barcelona’s hidden Music Museum at L’Auditori. Explore 500+ instruments, interactive exhibits, and audio guides. Tickets & hours here
Free Thursday's 18:00h to 21:00h, 1st Sunday of Month and Every Sunday from 15:00h
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Sant Cugat Monastery and Wine Cellar near Parc Colserolla
Walled monastery & church museum. The wine co-operative was founded in 1921 by 50 local wine makers as a place to process the grapes
Monastery Free Entry Tuesday to Sunday. Wine Cellar Free entry Saturday & Sunday
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Parc Collserola Vila Joana Museum & Walking Route to Tibidabo
Historic farmhouse turned museum honoring Jacint Verdaguer. Scenic forest walk from Vallvidrera Baix to Tibidabo via Vila Joana
Free Tuesday & Thursday 10:00h to 14:00h, Saturday, Sunday & public holidays 10:00h to 15:00h. (Only weekends & public holidays in July & August)
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Sitges Cau Ferrat house and Maricel Art Gallery
Former home of artist Santiago Rusiñol now a museum that exhibits his art and collections. Art, furniture and sculptures by important Spanish modernist artists
Consult Website for free days
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Museu Episcopal de Vic: Medieval Art in Catalonia
Explore 29,000 medieval artefacts at MEV Vic, including Romanesque sculpture, Gothic painting, jewellery, and textiles. A top day trip from Barcelona
Free 1st Thursday of every month.
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Vic Roman Temple | Best Preserved Roman Site in Catalonia
Explore the best preserved Roman temple in Catalonia. Free entry, art exhibits, and castle ruins. A must-see day trip from Barcelona
The Roman Temple is free to enter
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Tarragona Port Museum | Museu del Port de Tarragona
Free museum run by Tarragona Port Authority. Artifacts from port activities & community of dock workers. History of the port from Roman times to current day
Tarragona Port Museum is Free Entry
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Modern Art Museum | Museo de Arte Moderno Tarragona
Modern & contemporary art from the 19th to 21st century contained inside three 18th century former noble houses called Casa Martí. Free Entry
Tarragona Modern Art Musem is Free Entry
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National Archaeological Museum of Tarragona (MNAT)
While the MNAT Plaça del Rei building is being refurbished visit the MNAT exhibition of the history of Tarraco in former port facilities in Serallo area
First Sunday of each month
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