Museu Picasso

Museu Picasso

Museu Picasso
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
About
The Museu Picasso in Barcelona is a key reference for understanding the formative years of Pablo Picasso. The genius of the young artist is revealed through the 4,251 works that make up the permanent collection. Furthermore, the Museu Picasso, opened in 1963, also reveals his deep relationship with Barcelona: an intimate, solid relationship that was shaped in his adolescence and youth, and continued until his death. The Museum is very rich in regard to work from the formative years in the life of the artist; it is practically exhaustive up to the Blue Period. The Museum also houses an important representation of works from 1917, and the series Las Meninas (1957) as well as a comprehensive print collection.
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Neighborhood: El Born / La Ribera
The labyrinth that is El Born becomes most apparent the moment you turn down one of its side streets. But this is one of the few labyrinths you might actually enjoy losing your way in. After all, there are few places that live and breathe such exciting energy regardless of the time of day. This neighborhood seamlessly transcends the old and new parts of the city, reflected in its vast array of restaurants ranging from fancy Michelin-star establishments to trendy fusion restaurants. Here you'll find historical and cultural attractions such as the popular Picasso Museum and the Gothic cathedral La Santa Maria del Mar, where you just might be able to catch a traditional Catalan wedding.
How to get there
  • Jaume I • 4 min walk
  • Barceloneta • 7 min walk
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  • Bill A
    Spring Lake, New Jersey585 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Underwhelming
    I had truly been looking forward to visiting the Picasso museum. However, I left feeling that the experience could have been so much better. I rented the audio guide; but, did mot find the narrative to be very interesting. Also, the exhibit was not very well organized and at multiple points it was unclear which direction the visitors should go. Lastly, on the day I visited, the museum was very warm and there were few places to sit to take a rest. While I enjoyed some of the artwork, particularly Picasso’s earlier works, the overall experience left me underwhelmed.
    Visited February 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 16, 2024
  • lauraflyfish
    Albignasego, Italy398 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Interesting but not too much.
    We visited this museum on the day of the extraordinary opening for the feast of Saint Eulalia. There were enough people. We purchased an audio guide to be able to be a little more guided along the route which, in February 2024, unfolded in two exhibitions: a temporary one, relating to the connection between Picasso and Mirò and an ordinary one showing Picasso's works during the period he spent in Barcelona. The museum is made up of 4/5 buildings connected to each other, but honestly I didn't find it easy to get around nor did the audio guide particularly enthuse me. this being said without taking anything away from Picasso's genius. Perhaps it is a goal that can be left on the back burner in Barcelona.
    Visited February 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written February 17, 2024
  • Ruben C
    Bordeaux, France251 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Interesting, but...
    Well located in Barcelona, near the Port and the Parc de la Ciutadela, this museum is essential for appreciating the work of Picasso. We pass through various Gothic palaces, and we discover mainly early works by the artist and a beautiful selection from the Blue Period. Very interesting part on Picasso's work on the subject of Las Meninas. Another part of the works concerns the artist's ceramic period. We will highlight the excellent audio guide and especially the extraordinary shop, and its unparalleled selection of works by Picasso (and others). Very interesting temporary exhibition on the work with Joan Miro There are, however, three concerns with this museum: - the high number of tourists from the opening - a strange and unlogical path between the rooms - the lack of works from the Rose and Cubist periods makes it difficult to have a complete vision of the artist. An essential museum for anyone interested in Picasso, but rather a complement to a visit to the Hôtel Salé in Paris.
    Visited February 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written February 24, 2024
  • *どんなモンタナ
    Nagoya, Japan168 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    It's hard to understand without a Japanese guide
    I visited this museum on the first evening of my visit to Barcelona. It's not far from the subway station, but the location is complicated and I had a hard time finding the entrance. The exhibition hall itself is not big, so I think you can see everything in about 2 hours. Many of Picasso's paintings are abstract, and to be honest, it's difficult to understand without a Japanese guide.
    Visited February 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 2, 2024
  • mazdauk
    Greater London, United Kingdom788 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Don't miss this
    Our main reason for choosing Barcelona, we had previously visited on a day trip and wanted to be able to take a bit more time. Very interesting museum occupying 5 houses, we happened to visit on the last week of the series of exhibitions exploring the relationship between Picasso and Miro. The down side was lots of pieces had been leant to other museums (although the spaces were filled by Miro works) but on the plus side they had also borrowed pieces from other museums including Picasso and Pompidou in Paris which had been closed on our visit in September. Entry is by timed slot, but if you have already bought the Articket BCN present this at the door and you will be whisked in to join the next slot.
    Visited February 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 3, 2024
  • Stephen B
    Heywood, United Kingdom516 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Reasonable price. One of us enjoyed it, one of us definitely didn't
    Plenty of exhibits but not what I was expecting. Everything from scribbles on a magazine cover, to rough sketches, and occasionally some paintings. As a cultural heathen, had to admit that a lot of the works looked no better than efforts made by my grandchildren, but what do I know.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 12, 2024
  • Sherpa12763839064
    15 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Deeper Understanding
    Just when you think you know Picasso, there is so much more! It seems that Picasso is ubiquitous in every museum you have ever entered. But here there is the luxury of immersing yourself in an entire gallery focused on a single Picasso idea, and there are so many! My favorite galleries were the ones devoted to his exploration of Velazquez's Las Meninas, and the gallery filled with studies of a single window overlooking water with pigeons. Wonderful!
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 25, 2024
  • Jay B
    Fairhope, Alabama1,116 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Very Best of Picasso
    This museum actually exceeded our very high expectations. The museum features many original Picasso works, including some of his lesser known works with ceramic and other media. I really love the way they display Picasso on his life journey, and the corresponding relevance in his art. You will see many iconic works and other amazing works that you will not find anywhere else in the world. As a bonus, they have a wonderful gift shop as you exit. The shop has many affordable souvenirs to commemorate your visit to this Barcelona icon. We collected several Picasso prints which are proudly displayed in our home. Take home some Picasso!
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 26, 2024
  • LookingForLowKeyLuxury
    New York City, New York153 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Way too crowded with huge tour groups!
    Meh. No major works of fame. Very crowded and I am writing this to complain about the allowance of huge tour groups. Rooms are too small to fit a large group while also allowing others to view. We had to skip several gallery rooms.
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written March 27, 2024
  • 631BarbaraM
    Inwood, West Virginia235 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Carve out some time to visit this museum
    Happily, English speakers are able to enjoy Picasso’s works as explanations are posted in English. Vast array of work over long period of production and this museum, while a bit hard to find, is worth your time. Has very good book store and comfortable seating area to wait for friends next to entrance.
    Visited April 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written April 7, 2024
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Shiga Prefecture, Japan1,744 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • Couples
I took advantage of the free time on the tour.
Free admission day = Ticket Reservation required every Thursday (e.g. 16:00-19:00 (as of 2024/10). The free ticket was "sold out" if I accessed half a day late after misreading the time difference in "Online Reservation available 4 days before the tour date", but there were still paid tickets at the same time, so I made an advance Reservation online. Discounts were available for those aged 65 and over with a "seneor ticket".
Door tickets are not recommended due to concerns. The official Picasso Museum website is good. Vendor sites require a fee.

I'm surprised that photography is OK (since 2019. No flash, though.) As they made their way through the "Age of Blue" and "Age of Pink," the final area was lined with imitations of Velázquez's masterpiece "Las Meninas." I had just seen the real thing with commentary at the Prado Museum in Madrid just before, so it was great to compare and collate the characters one by one (I recommend bringing a scaled-down copy of "Las Meninas").
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Written October 18, 2024
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TheLeongOhana
United States7,745 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Family
Our visit on a January evening was not very crowded which allowed us to leisurely walk through the exhibits at our own pace.

Our tickets were easily purchased in person at the desk and our college student daughter got 50% off for showing her student ID. Adult admission was 15 Euros.

First of all the buildings that housed the museum had their own charm and character that was a good setting. Rooms were laid out chronologically to show track how Picasso skills evolved from childhood through his adult life. There were a lot of helpful signs in each room that summarized the period in his life as well as next to featured artwork. The special exhibit this month featured a fellow local artist, Joan Miro, which was also nicely organized that we may see his museum if there’s time.

We spent over an hour here before jet lag took over and we headed back to our hotel.
Written January 19, 2024
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Family5GetAway
St. John's, Canada329 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2024 • Couples
Hearing that the tickets often sell out well in advance for this popular museum, we purchased our tickets for 11:45am general admission entry from the official website about 3 weeks in advance. We arrived at 11:30 but the staff were kind enough to let us in right away. The museum boasts a large collection of Picasso's earlier work, effectively showing the transition from his initial more traditional style to his latter Cubism pieces. I liked that there were descriptions written in English in many places and overall found it very informative. We did find the layout of the exhibit a little hard to follow at times, with it being unclear which direction the visitors should go to see things in chronological order. It was a little crowded when we were there though which may have contributed to this confusion. Overall we really enjoyed our visit.
Written May 15, 2024
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Passport560156
38 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Solo
Came on first Sunday of the month for free (reserve a time slot 4 days in advance on the website). I got a 10:30am time slot at 10:30am on the Wednesday before).

Upon arriving, it wasn’t clear where to go and I ended up in a line for 20 minutes with people who did not have tickets. So I recommend going around these people and to the right at the front entrance where you’ll be let right in.

This is a vast collection of Picasso’s work with a nicely documented evolution from youth to adult hood.

There was nothing bad about this museum, but nothing standout either. I enjoyed seeing Guernica in Madrid a bit more.

A fine museum, but not a must do in Barcelona unless you are a true Picasso fan.
Written February 4, 2024
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V D
Bremen, Germany55 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Solo
I had a free ticket for Thursday evening and followed the signs for visitors with a ticket. Unfortunately, I saw no sign of the lockers for storing backpacks and when I entered I was only told that I had to carry my backpack in front of me (no sign of the lockers), which was very inconvenient. I found the museum confusing and poorly signposted, and the works by Picasso and Miró had surprisingly little appeal to me. After just 40 minutes (i.e. 20 minutes before closing time), visitors were informed that the museum was about to close and 10 minutes before closing time they were no longer allowed into the shop. In my opinion, the museum is overcrowded, extremely touristy and unattractive. I had a much better experience at the nearby Moco Museum and cannot recommend a visit to the Picasso Museum to anyone, I would have been very annoyed if I had paid for the ticket.
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Written November 20, 2023
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BUŞRA A
Istanbul, Türkiye16 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2023 • Solo
I loved it. I love visiting museums, but if there is a painting next to it, it is a painting museum. It is a great pleasure to try to understand the artist's soul, his thoughts, how that society reflects itself in art, and I experienced this pleasure in this museum. If you are going to Barcelona, I would definitely recommend you to buy the Picasso paintings sold under the museum. There are museum entrance hours, you are not likely to enter as soon as you go. They give me a time when I buy the ticket and they gave me 2 hours later. In these 2 hours, I explored the surroundings and did shopping. Barcelona is a city I want to visit again.
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Written November 29, 2023
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ADdurham
County Durham, UK48 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 • Couples
Really interesting, large collection of Picasso. We went in the morning hoping to go straight in. The crowds were massive. Lots of large school parties and organised visits. All of the tickets were virtually sold for the day so would advise booking in advance. Not well organised in the queue until we actually got to the desk. The staff on the ticket desk were great. The only tickets left were for 5:15 that day so we took them and came back. I am glad we did. The museum was quieter - only one school party so we were better able to enjoy the lovely building, the atmosphere and appreciate the large collection of work on show without feeling too crowded or rushed. Really worth going. Was a highlight of our short trip to Barcelona. Would recommend.
Written May 14, 2024
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TouristVisa
Atlanta, GA178 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2022 • Solo
If you enjoy art in general and/or Picasso specifically, do not miss this spot! Tickets are timed, so recommend getting them in advance so you can be sure of your time slot. I really appreciated the audio guide as I felt it gave a lot more background about the artist than I would have gotten from the “regular” tour. You can download the audio guide to your phone on arrival, so make sure to bring your earbuds. The exhibit traverses the whole of Picasso’s life through all his different eras, and I was amazed at how much his style changed over the years. Entry is free on Thursdays from 4-7 but you still need timed entry, so make sure to get your tickets in advance.
Written March 20, 2022
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TatiPatti
Athens, Greece182 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 • Couples
Enjoyable museum that accommodates the early years of Picasso. It was interesting to hear about the early influences and witness his drawing changes throughout the years. Many of the exhibits were donated by Picasso himself, and that in my mind added to the overall experience.
Surprisingly, there were no paintings from the cubism movement, but one could see how he progressed and understand why he’s often called the “Father of Cubism”.

If you’re interested in art, I recommend a visit with an audio guide to learn about the life of one of the most influential artists in the world.
Written May 8, 2024
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5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Couples
Picasso's paintings were unique and interesting and fun to look at! I'm glad that I was allowed to take photos, as it was a memorable experience. I also went to the Prado Museum a few days ago, but this museum was more casual and had fewer paintings, so I didn't get tired! The gift shop was expensive and I couldn't buy much, but I did buy a few reasonably priced items. I'll never forget this!
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Written February 4, 2024
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