MUHBA - El Call
MUHBA - El Call
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The Call or Jewish quarter in the medieval city, and its cultural heritage.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Neighborhood: Barrio Gòtico (Barri Gòtic)
With its iconic, old-Europe streets and alleys, this picturesque neighborhood is the very heart of Barcelona. It blends historic artifacts from its days under Roman dominion up through the Spanish Civil War with a vibrant modern-day culture of artisan shops and authentic culinary experiences. Avid explorers will be thrilled to discover quaint terraces and plazas brought to life by the many small bars and local musicians lasting late into the night. Fashionistas will be drawn to Portal de L’Angel, which is lined with well-known brand names and smaller boutique stands.
How to get there
- Liceu • 4 min walk
- Jaume I • 4 min walk
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Teresatp
Lleida, Spain371 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
The audiovisual of the museum is very interesting. The space is small and is full of panels with explanations of the Jewish neighborhood of BCN. There are some excavated parts of buildings that belonged to the old street that can be seen through a glass on the floor of the museum space. We were the only visitors during the time we were there (I don't think it's a very busy place)
Written December 17, 2023
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MSPtravelerguy
Daytona Beach, FL147 contributions
Sep 2024 • Couples
Small museum about Jewish life and population in Barcelona over the centuries. Excellent chronological storyboard of activities and events on the walls. Many artifacts and historical items upstairs. Old city ruins below. Informative video in multiple languages on endless loop.
Written September 28, 2024
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NinaBF
Chicago, IL10 contributions
May 2016 • Couples
Pros: Good to get basic history of Jews in Barcelona, short visit
Cons: Small museum, limited information on Barcelona's Jewish community, difficult to reserve guided visits
I wish they'd provide more information on the current state (and future) of Jewish communities in Barcelona (Catalunya)
Cons: Small museum, limited information on Barcelona's Jewish community, difficult to reserve guided visits
I wish they'd provide more information on the current state (and future) of Jewish communities in Barcelona (Catalunya)
Written May 6, 2016
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Retiredtraveller0071
London, UK246 contributions
MUHBA opens up the history of Barcelona through artefacts, displays, animation and a descent (by lift) from the present day to 7BC. Visitors roam the remains of a Roman world discovered beneath the museum buildings (which include a couple of palaces) and the present cathedral. It was fascinating to see how a Roman world with fish refinery, winemaking factory, baths, villas, streets churches and the like gave way to the development of later generations. A free audio guide in English augmented the displays and printed English guides were also on hand. The explanatory video was cycled in Catalan, Spanish and English. Discounts for over 65s helped, too.
Written December 9, 2012
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Radu Pitish
London, UK43 contributions
Dec 2018 • Family
If you are interested in the rich Jewish life in Barcelona before the Inquisition, this is the place. Great small museum - very interesting. Free with Barcelona card.
Written January 30, 2019
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David W
Boston, MA21 contributions
Dec 2018 • Family
Small museum but nicely laid out with good explanations. Definitely worth a visit if you are interested in the history of the Jews in Barcelona.
Written January 1, 2019
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BimKentUK
Kent UK85 contributions
Sep 2018
Despite being advertised as open from 11am-7pm when we arrived at around 1pm on a Wednesday we were told by the young man who opened the door that the museum was closing and would not be open again until Saturday. Check beforehand if you really want to get inside this museum. Good luck.
Written September 14, 2018
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veraremzhina
St. Petersburg, Russia406 contributions
Aug 2017
Between the 11th and 14th centuries the Jewish quarter of Barcelona housed the great Catalan cultural nucleus,where doctors,philosophers,mathematicians or astronomers shared and divulged their knowledge,until the
Written June 20, 2018
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Amirhir
Pardes Hanna Karkur, Israel124 contributions
May 2016 • Solo
The display above the ruins of ancient Jewish quarter tells the history of Jews in Barcelona. There is not much of a collection.
If you're interested in that subject I would highly recommend visiting the nearby old synagogue and hear the explanation.
If you're interested in that subject I would highly recommend visiting the nearby old synagogue and hear the explanation.
Written May 15, 2016
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Harmonicaharold
Philadelphia, PA1,417 contributions
Apr 2016 • Friends
If this small museum would have good human guide's/actors, it would upgrade the experience greatly. Museums that have great art, grab the viewers' attention and imagination. Historical museums (like this) need to make a greater effort for visitors' attention. The video was OK but there were not enough chairs so I gladly sat on the clean floor. This could be a gem of a museum but it needs a bit more inspiration.
Written May 9, 2016
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Is this part of the Barcelona History Museum or is it separate?
Written July 8, 2015
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