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Museum of the History of Catalonia
The museum occupies the Palau de Mar, a former port building from 1881 facing the Port Vell, and offers a journey through the history of Catalonia from prehistory to the present day. The permanent exhibition is organised in chronological stages and includes recreations and audiovisual and interactive resources: grind wheat the Iberian way, try on medieval armour, peer onto a Modernista landing, ride a 1920s tram or watch the NO-DO newsreel in a cinema room. Temporary exhibitions are on the first floor, and the museum offers free online audio guides in Catalan, Spanish, English and French. The rooftop gives views of the port, Barceloneta and Montjuïc.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Museum of the History of Catalonia: 3 missions
- Explore the medieval roomsThe medieval rooms explain the territory's political, social and economic transformations with accessible devices.
- Take in the views from the rooftop terraceThe rooftop terrace offers a beautiful view of Port Vell, Barceloneta and Montjuïc.
- Walk through the permanent exhibitionThe permanent exhibition tells the history of Catalonia from the first human societies to the contemporary era.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to visit Museum of the History of Catalonia?
From €6 per person. Check the day's price on the official website before you go.
What are the opening hours of Museum of the History of Catalonia?
Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 to 19:00; Wednesday until 20:00; Sundays and public holidays 10:00 to 14:30; closed non-holiday Mondays. Ticket office and entry close 30 minutes earlier.
How much time do you need for Museum of the History of Catalonia?
Allow about 1 h 30 min for the visit.
Source: mhcat.cat