Location: Ciutat Vella (Old Town)
Top Things to do in Ciutat Vella (Old Town)
What to do and see in Ciutat Vella (Old Town), Catalonia: The Best History Museums
Barcelona feels a bit surreal – appropriate, since Salvador Dali spent time here and Spanish Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí designed several of the city’s buildings. Stepping into Gaudí’s Church of the Sacred Family is a bit like falling through the looking glass - a journey that you can continue with a visit to Park Güell. Sip sangria at a sidewalk café in Las Ramblas while watching flamboyant street performers, then create your own moveable feast by floating from tapas bar to tapas bar.
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1. Museu d'Historia de Barcelona - MUHBA
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4.5 based on 2,133 reviews
Ancient and medieval Barcelona in the monumental ensemble beneath Plaça del Rei, organised in the 20th century. A tour through 4,000 square metres in an underground archaeological site that takes us from Barcino to Barcinona. Exhibition on the emergence of the medieval city. Visit to the Palau Reial Major palace.
Reviewed By Basspohl - Lansing, United States
My 17 and 21 year old daughters, husband and I visited this museum on a weekday afternoon. There was no line and in fact few other visitors while we were there. There was a very interesting display of Barcelona and surrounding region from prehistory through the 13th century, including tools, currency, and life story. For me the real magic is UNDER the MUHBA where Roman ruins have been excavated. The manner in which they are presented, with audio and written explanations of the city composition, clothes dying and washing, wine making, roads, and manner in which structures were reused was fascinating for all of us. The price was the deal of our Barcelona visit, at 7 euros per adult and 5 euros per student.
2. Museu d'Historia de Catalunya
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4.5 based on 809 reviews
The Museum of the History of Catalonia, have the purpose "to conserve, exhibit and raise awareness of the history of Catalonia as our joint heritage and to strengthen citizens' sense of identification with the nation's history". In order to achieve these objectives, the museum "is to encourage and organise activities to raise awareness of the history of Catalonia and to co-operate with others to increase the study and dissemination of this history".
Reviewed By Dcharz
Definitely recommend this museum if you want to learn more about Catalonia. Was 6 euros and you can easily spend a couple hours here. You follow the history of the region chronologically, and the exhibits are also kid friendly and equally interesting for adults! Most information is in Catalan, Spanish and English, however some of the information about specific artefacts was not in English (but I didn't mind this, you still get the idea). Really informative, and you can end by checking you the beautiful view of the harbor from the roof! You don't need to eat at the restaurant to see it.
3. Center of Contemporary Culture of Barcelona (CCCB)
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4.0 based on 229 reviews
Reviewed By biotifood - Hameenlinna, Finland
Fantastic place and amazing exhibition we loved the place and the exhibition we could have stayed all day! very nice patio highly recommended
4. ArticketBCN: Barcelona Museum Pass
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4.0 based on 24 reviews
A pass that gains you entry to the permanent and temporary exhibitions of the best 6 art museums in Barcelona for 12 months and for only 35€. Discover the finest collection of Romanesque mural paintings in the world, enjoy Modernisme, contemporary art and creation. The universes of Miró, Picasso and Tàpies await you as you embark upon this unique experience - with fast track.
Reviewed By Levannah - Hendersonville, United States
We knew about the articket and tried several times to purchase two passes before we left for Barcelona, but were unable to get the website to work even on three devices. When we arrived at the Placa de Catalunya, we saw the kiosk and purchased our passes right away. They were a fantastic buy even though we didn't have time to see every one of the museums. Strongly recommend the articket if you plan to see even three of the sites. Hopefully, website issues can be resolved so that more of those interested are able to purchase the passes.
5. A la prensa d'aquell dia..
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3.0 based on 1 reviews
