iThe CCCB is Barcelona's centre for contemporary culture, focused on the city and urban culture. It occupies part of the Casa de Caritat, a former almshouse built from 1802, which architects Albert Viaplana and Helio Piñón converted in 1993, adding a tilted glass volume that reflects the rooftops. Its large thematic exhibitions mix art, science, history and design, alongside a busy programme of talks, festivals and film. There is no permanent collection; shows change several times a year.

How ideals of beauty were built, from Antiquity to the cosmetics industry, and a case for the bodies they leave out. Adapted from a Wellcome Collection show.

The world's best-known photojournalism show returns: all 2026 World Press Photo winning images and multimedia projects from 42 photographers across six world regions.

20th- and 21st-century art responding to the atom and the bomb, from early physics and mysticism to nuclear protest. Adapted from the Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris show.
Carrer de Montalegre, 5, 08001 Barcelona, Spain
Nearest station: Universitat (Metro L1, L2) and Catalunya (Metro L1, L3; FGC; Rodalies)
Show on map| Mon | Closed |
| Tue | 10:00–20:00 |
| Wed | 10:00–20:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–20:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–20:00 |
| SatToday | 10:00–20:00 |
| Sun | 10:00–20:00 |
From €8
One exhibition €8 online / €10 at the ticket desk; two exhibitions €8. Reduced €6 online / €7 at the desk. Free for under-16s, the unemployed, Targeta Rosa holders and people with disabilities. Free every Sunday 15:00-20:00 and on festival days such as La Mercè and Night of Museums; capacity is limited, so book online.
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