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Maritime Museum (Museu Maritim)

This museum on Barcelona’s port gives an insight into the city’s important maritime history in the 18th and 19th centuries.

The Maritime Museum is housed in dockyards built in the 14th century. It features replica ships, paintings and interactive exhibits relating to maritime history in Spain in the 18th and 19th centuries. While shipping enthusiasts in particular will find the museum fascinating, the Maritime Museum has broader appeal thanks to its impressive architecture.

The Royal Dockyards were built in 1378. They are among the biggest and most complete medieval dockyards left in the world. The gothic style includes stone archways and wooden beams. The dockyards were originally used to build and store ships and equipment for the navy. Some of the naves are up to 200 feet (60 meters) long and 30 feet (9 meters) high.

Today the museum lies at the end of La Rambla, opposite a statue of Christopher Columbus. The central location means the museum is easy to reach on foot, or by bus or metro.

The museum is undergoing extensive renovations and much of it is closed to the public. Some permanent and several temporary exhibits are open at any one time. The renovations are expected to finish in 2014. Until then, there’s a reduced entrance fee. Come on Sundays from 3 p.m. and see any temporary exhibits for free.

The centerpiece of the museum is a full-scale replica of one of the ships built in the dockyards in the 1300s. Circle the ship to take in its large size and red and gold detailing. Study an atlas of the world from the 14th century and read about the history of Barcelona as a port city.

The museum is open every day. It’s closed for two days over Christmas and two days in January. Check the website for details. 

Guide to Exploring around Maritime Museum

Barceloneta Beach

The warm water of the Mediterranean Sea and aquatic sports, beach bars and nightlife combine to make this Barcelona’s most popular urban beach.
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Boqueria Market

Allow your senses to run wild as you explore the energetic and colorful food stands and tapas bars of Barcelona’s principal food market. 
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National Art Museum of Catalonia

Experience a collection of Catalonian art spanning 1000 years in this architecturally striking museum. 
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Sagrada Familia

Gaudí’s basilica in the center of Barcelona is an architectural marvel and offers views across the city from eight towering spires.

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Las Ramblas

These lively pedestrian streets in the heart of Barcelona are filled with flower stalls, tapas restaurants and street performers. 

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Casa Batllo

Gaudí designed this house for a family in the early 20th century and incorporated his signature elements into the design, including curved lines and bright colors.

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Park Guell

Look out over the city from a Gaudí-designed terrace in this park in the city’s north.

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Casa Mila

This house’s surreal design is a Gaudí classic, with sculptures, tiling and colors that defy traditional conventions.

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Barcelona Cathedral

Barcelona’s cathedral dates back to the 1200s, and contains the remains of the city’s patron saint.

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Picasso Museum

See childhood drawings by Spain’s most important artist at this museum in Barcelona’s old town.

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Montjuic

An old fort, a national art museum and miles of walking trails are features of this park overlooking the harbor.

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Palau de la Musica Catalana

This concert hall is an awe-inspiring example of modernist architecture. Tour the building or get in early for tickets to a performance.

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Barcelona Zoo

This zoo in Barcelona’s central park houses about 4000 animals, from pygmy hippos to bottlenose dolphins.

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Poble Espanyol

This village on Montjuïc hill showcases Spanish culture with arts and crafts workshops, traditional eateries and live performances.

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Barcelona Aquarium

Learn about Barcelona’s protected coastline and walk beneath sharks in an underwater tunnel at the city’s aquarium.

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Palau Guell

Take in the large domed ceilings and artistic details in one of Gaudí’s earliest buildings.

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Casa Vicens

Stand on the street to admire the color and brickwork of Gaudí’s first building.

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Plaça de Catalunya

This popular Barcelona meeting point connects the old city with the new and is famous for its shopping, monuments and festival celebrations.
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CosmoCaixa

Visit one of Europe’s biggest science museums for a fun and educational day out with the whole family.

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Llevant Beach

Escape the crowds and relax on the golden sands of Barcelona’s northernmost beach. Cool off in the inviting Mediterranean Sea or dine at a traditional chiringuito. 
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