Museu de la Música de Barcelona

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Instrumental Baschet. La utopia ressonant

The sound sculptures of Bernard and François Baschet, 1950s inventors who built electricity-free instruments from steel, aluminium, cardboard and inflatable cushions.

Now showing17 Apr – 31 Jan 2027€6

Pau Casals a Puerto Rico

For Casals' 150th anniversary, the first show of the archive from his last 18 years in Puerto Rico (1955–73), founding institutions, conducting and composing.

Now showing22 Oct – 14 Feb 2027€6

Music for a problem

Installation by Gerard Valverde Ros and Marc Villanueva: a magnetic instrument for remixing recordings of Barcelona's 1989 Contemporary Music Week.

Now showing29 Oct – 14 Feb 2027€6

Permanent Collections

Balinese gamelan

A full gamelan set from Bali, a standout of the route's closing section on musical cultures from other continents.

Permanent collection€6

Museum of Music of Barcelona permanent exhibition

500 of 2,200+ instruments on a journey from the Middle Ages to rock and world cultures, with audiovisuals, interactive stations and a hall where visitors can play.

Permanent collection€6

Classical guitar collection

One of the world's most important classical guitar collections, including instruments by Antonio de Torres, the most celebrated guitar maker in history.

Permanent collection€6

Historic keyboard instruments

Early keyboards including the Zell harpsichord (1736), the Hauslaib claviorganum (c. 1600) and the Pérez-Molero organ (1719).

Permanent collection€6

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Visitor Information

How much does Museu de la Música de Barcelona cost?

Standard adult admission to Museu de la Música de Barcelona is €6. Reduced €4.50 (ages 16–29, over 65, large/single-parent families, groups of 10+, music students and more). Free under 16. Free for all on the first Sunday of the month, every Sunday from 3pm and every Thursday 6–9pm. Free audio guide.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Museu de la Música de Barcelona?

Museu de la Música de Barcelona is open Tue–Wed 10:00–18:00, Thu 10:00–21:00, Fri–Sun 10:00–19:00; closed Mondays. Also closed 1 & 6 Jan, Good Friday, Easter Monday, 1 May, Whit Monday, 24 Jun, 15 Aug, 11 Sep and 25–26 Dec. 24 & 31 Dec and 5 Jan open 10:00–15:00. Ticket office closes 30 min before closing.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Museu de la Música de Barcelona?

Museu de la Música de Barcelona is located at L'Auditori, Carrer de Lepant 150 (2nd floor), 08013 Barcelona, in the Fort Pienc area of Barcelona. The nearest stations are Marina (L1), Glòries (L1) and Monumental (L2).

What can I see at Museu de la Música de Barcelona?

500 instruments on show, from Antonio de Torres guitars to Pau Casals' cello, on the second floor of L'Auditori. Current highlights include Balinese gamelan, Pau Casals a Puerto Rico and Music for a problem.

Do I need to book Museu de la Música de Barcelona in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Museu de la Música de Barcelona?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.