Barcelona History Museum (MUHBA)

What to see at the Barcelona History Museum (MUHBA)?

Plaça del Rei is the main site of the Barcelona History Museum

The “Museu d'Història de Barcelona” in Catalan - stands out for its vast collection, including remarkable archaeological remains. One of the must-see attractions is the archaeological site beneath the Plaça del Rei, where you can discover the ruins of ancient Barcino, the Roman city on which Barcelona was built. Here you can explore ruins of houses, cobbled streets, public baths and dyeing workshops dating back to the 1st century BC.

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A place steeped in history

The museum occupies an important place in the city's history, thanks in particular to its location in the former Royal Palace of the Counts of Barcelona. This Gothic edifice is in itself a monument to be discovered. As you visit, you'll be transported back in time, from Roman basements to royal salons, while learning about Barcelona's evolution, from its origins to its role in the construction of modern Catalonia.

Of interest to visitors

This museum is particularly prized for its ability to combine historical exploration with immersive interaction. Visitors can not only see historical objects, but also project themselves back into Roman and medieval times through audio tours and virtual reconstructions. In addition, the MUHBA regularly organizes temporary exhibitions and thematic activities to help visitors better understand the different aspects of life in Barcelona over the centuries..

The museum's other sites are spread throughout the Catalan capital:

• Temple of Augustus: Preserved columns of a Roman temple dedicated to the emperor Augustus.
• Roman funerary way: Roman necropolis on Madrid's Plaça Vila.
• Roman Domus: Roman aristocratic houses in Saint-Honorat and Avinyó.
• El Call: Explore Barcelona's medieval Jewish quarter.
• Park Güell: Former home of the janitor of Gaudí's famous park.
• Refugi 307: Anti-aircraft shelter used during the Spanish Civil War.
• Turó de la Rovira: Site offering panoramic views of Barcelona and remnants of anti-aircraft batteries.

How to visit the Barcelona History Museum

Opening hours

Barcelona History Museum opening times vary according to season and museum site.

Regular opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 10.00 am to 7.00 pm
Closed: Mondays and public holidays.

Public holidays: The museum is closed on the following days: January 1, January 6, December 25.

Some sites may have specific opening times, so please check before visiting.

Barcelona History Museum address

Address: Plaça del Rei, s/n, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
Area: The museum is located in the Gothic Quarter, close to Barcelona Cathedral and just a few minutes from La Rambla, one of the city's most popular tourist avenues.

Email: museuhistoria@bcn.cat / reservesmuhba@eicub.net
Telephone: +34932562122

Site officiel : MUHBA Plaça del Rei

How to get there

Transportation options to MUHBA (Plaça del Rei) :

Metro Barcelona : L4, Jaume I station, 2 minutes' walk.

Bus: Lines 47, 120 serve the area around the museum.
Hop on Hop off Barcelona : You can reach the museum on the blue and red Barcelona Bus Turístic lines, especially at the Plaça de Catalunya and Museu d'Història de Catalunya stops.
Cab: Taxis are a quick option, with cab ranks nearby.
On foot: Located in the heart of the Gothic Quarter, MUHBA is within easy walking distance of landmarks such as La Rambla and La Catedral de Barcelona.

Where is the Barcelona History Museum?