Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC)

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Sim Acquisition, Drawing and War

Nearly 100 newly acquired drawings by José Luis Rey Vila (Sim), a key visual chronicler of the Spanish Civil War: quick pencil and charcoal sketches of soldiers, bombings and civilians.

Now showing7 May – 8 Nov€12

Wounded Militiaman: The Recovery of an Irredeemable Painting

Francisco Mateos's Civil War propaganda painting, irreversibly deteriorated, is shown alongside AI-generated imagery that recovers its original visual impact.

Now showing7 May – 31 Dec€12

The Reverse Journey. A Sound Fresco through Romanesque Art

Ona Balló's sound installation in the Romanesque galleries, playing recordings from six Pyrenean churches whose apse murals now hang in the museum.

Upcoming12 Nov – 30 Apr 2027€12

Jujol, by Perejaume

The MNAC's first major Josep Maria Jujol show, curated by artist Perejaume from the architect's newly donated archive, with works by Gaudí, Taut, Tatlin and Matisse.

Upcoming16 Dec – 11 Apr 2027€12

Permanent Collections

Display of Modern Art

Catalan art from the mid-19th century to the 1950s, from Modernisme and Noucentisme to Dau al Set, across painting, sculpture, photography, film, architecture and decorative arts.

Permanent collection€12

Art & the Spanish Civil War

108 works by 43 artists made during the 1936-39 war (paintings, drawings, sculpture, photographs, posters and film) showing art used to stir consciences on both sides.

Permanent collection€12

Display of Renaissance and Baroque

Nearly 300 works including El Greco, Rubens, Velázquez, Cranach, Goya and Tintoretto, integrating the Cambó Bequest and Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection.

Permanent collection€12

Romanesque art in the MNAC collections

One of the world's great Romanesque collections: Pyrenean church murals led by the Christ in Majesty of Sant Climent de Taüll (c. 1123), plus the Avià Frontal and the Batlló Majesty.

Permanent collection€12

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CaixaForum Barcelona

Architecture5 min walk

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Fundació Joan Miró

Architecture7 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC) cost?

Standard adult admission to Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC) is €12. Free for under-16s and over-65s, and for everyone on Saturdays from 3 pm and the first Sunday of each month (advance online booking required). A €2 basic ticket covers the building and rooftop only; 30% off for students, families and groups.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC)?

Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC) is open May–Sep: Tue–Sat 10:00–20:00. Oct–Apr (from 1 Oct 2026): Tue–Sat 10:00–18:00. Sundays and public holidays 10:00–15:00 all year. Closed Mondays (except public holidays), and on 1 Jan, 1 May and 25 Dec.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC)?

Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC) is located at Palau Nacional, Parc de Montjuïc, Barcelona, in the Montjuïc area of Barcelona. The nearest stations are Espanya (Metro L1, L3; FGC) and Paral·lel (Metro L2, L3; Montjuïc Funicular).

What can I see at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC)?

Romanesque apse frescoes, Gothic altarpieces and Catalan modernisme inside the domed Palau Nacional high on Montjuïc. Current highlights include Display of Modern Art, Art & the Spanish Civil War and Jujol, by Perejaume.

Do I need to book Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC) 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 Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC)?

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.