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Museu Egipci de Barcelona

HistoryArchaeologyOpen until 2pmSee website for pricingPasseig de Gràcia (Metro L2, L3, L4; Rodalies)

Gestionado por la entidad sin ánimo de lucro Fundació Arqueològica Clos, el Museu Egipci de Barcelona presenta más de 1.200 piezas de la colección de arqueología egipcia de Jordi Clos. Sus salas temáticas abordan el faraón y la familia real, la escritura jeroglífica, la vida cotidiana y la cosmética, la momificación y el culto a los muertos, y los dioses de Egipto. El museo ofrece una audioguía gratuita en cuatro idiomas que puede utilizarse desde el móvil, y todos los sábados organiza visitas guiadas incluidas en el precio de la entrada.

What's On

Permanent Collections

Plan Your Visit

Getting there

Carrer de València, 284, 08007 Barcelona, Spain

Nearest station: Passeig de Gràcia (Metro L2, L3, L4; Rodalies), Diagonal (Metro L5), Provença (FGC)

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Hours

Mon10:00–19:30
Tue10:00–19:30
Wed10:00–19:30
Thu10:00–19:30
Fri10:00–19:30
Sat10:00–19:30
SunToday10:00–14:00

Admission

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Reduced tickets available; guided tours of the permanent collection are included in admission every Saturday at 11:00 (Catalan) and 17:00 (Spanish). Check the official ticket shop for current prices.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible with a lift to every floor; accessible toilets in the lobby; guide and assistance dogs welcome.

Nearby

Casa Batlló

Architecture3 min walk

Museu Tàpies

Architecture3 min walk

La Pedrera – Casa Milà

Architecture4 min walk

CCCB – Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona

Architecture14 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Museu Egipci de Barcelona cost?
Ticket prices for Museu Egipci de Barcelona change by season and by exhibition. Reduced tickets available; guided tours of the permanent collection are included in admission every Saturday at 11:00 (Catalan) and 17:00 (Spanish). Check the official ticket shop for current prices.. See the museum's website for the current rates and any concessions.
What are the opening hours of Museu Egipci de Barcelona?
Museu Egipci de Barcelona is open Mon-Fri 10:00-14:00 and 16:00-19:30; Sat 10:00-15:00 and 16:00-19:30; Sun 10:00-14:00. Closed 1 and 6 January and 25 and 26 December; closed the afternoons of 24 and 31 December.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Museu Egipci de Barcelona?
Museu Egipci de Barcelona is located at Carrer de València, 284, 08007 Barcelona, Spain, in the Eixample area of Barcelona. The nearest stations are Passeig de Gràcia (Metro L2, L3, L4; Rodalies), Diagonal (Metro L5), Provença (FGC).
What can I see at Museu Egipci de Barcelona?
El único museo de España dedicado al antiguo Egipto: más de 1.200 piezas faraónicas, desde sarcófagos pintados hasta un Ramsés III de granito. Current highlights include Hieroglyphic Writing, Mummification and Funerary Equipment, El faraón (The Pharaoh).
Do I need to book Museu Egipci 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 Egipci 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.
Is Museu Egipci de Barcelona accessible?
Wheelchair accessible with a lift to every floor; accessible toilets in the lobby; guide and assistance dogs welcome.

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