A bright, airy museum on Montjuïc holding the world's biggest Joan Miró collection, in a lovely modernist building by Josep Lluís Sert. Around €18, closed Mondays, open Tue-Sun. Pairs perfectly with a Montjuïc afternoon. Calmer and more joyful than the big-name sights.
Key facts
| Hours | Nov-Mar: Tue-Sun 10:00-19:00 Apr-Oct: Tue-Sat 10:00-20:00, Sun 10:00-19:00 Closed Mondays (except some holidays) Last entry 30 min before close |
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| Price | $$ |
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| Nearest transit | Funicular de Montjuïc from Metro Paral·lel (L2/L3), then short walk; or bus 55/150 |
| Time needed | 1.5-2 hours |
| Best time to go | Weekday late morning; combine with Montjuïc gardens |
| Last verified | July 15, 2026 |
Friend Score
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- excellence8.5
- Crowd level7.5
- Authenticity8.5
- Accessibility6.5
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get up to Montjuïc to reach it?
- Take the Metro to Paral·lel then the Funicular de Montjuïc (covered by a normal metro ticket) and it's a short walk. Buses 55 and 150 also stop nearby. The cable car and a stroll through the hill's gardens are pleasant alternatives.
- When is it open?
- Tuesday to Sunday, closed Mondays except certain holidays. Winter (Nov-Mar) it's 10am-7pm; summer (Apr-Oct) Tuesday to Saturday until 8pm and Sunday until 7pm. Last entry is 30 minutes before closing, so don't cut it fine.
- How much are tickets and who gets in free?
- General admission is around €18, with a reduced €12 rate for ages 15-30 and free entry for under-14s. There are also free-admission civic days like International Museums Day (18 May) and the Diada (11 September). Reduced rates apply for students and over-65s.
- How does it compare to the Picasso Museum?
- The Picasso Museum is in the medieval Born and focuses on Picasso's early years; the Miró is a purpose-built modern space on Montjuïc with sweeping, colourful work and outdoor sculpture. Miró is airier and less crowded; Picasso is more central. Different moods, both worthwhile.
- Is there a good cafe or terrace?
- Yes, there's a cafe and a sculpture-dotted roof terrace with views, a nice spot to pause. Being up on Montjuïc, it's a calmer, greener setting than the downtown museums, well suited to a slow visit.
- Is it worth visiting if I'm not a huge Miró fan?
- Yes, honestly. Even if abstract art isn't your thing, the building is a joy, full of light and connected to garden terraces, and Miró's playful colours and shapes are easy to enjoy. It's one of the more uplifting, unstuffy museums in the city.
- Is it accessible?
- The museum building is largely accessible with lifts and ramps, and offers reduced or free access for visitors with disabilities. The challenge is getting up Montjuïc, so use the funicular or an accessible bus rather than walking the hill.
- How long should I spend?
- About 90 minutes to two hours for the collection and temporary shows, plus time on the rooftop sculpture terrace with its city views. Add more if you're combining it with the Montjuïc gardens and other sights on the hill.
Nearby in Ask Barcelona
- Jardins de LaribalPark0.26 km · 3 min walk
- Jardins de Joan BrossaPark0.42 km · 5 min walk
- Poble-secNeighborhood0.5 km · 6 min walk
- MontjuïcPark0.52 km · 6 min walk
- Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC)Attraction0.54 km · 7 min walk
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