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Museu Etnològic de Barcelona

Name: Museu Etnològic de Barcelona
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.1

4.1 ·

Explore the Museu Etnològic de Barcelona, tucked into two historic houses on Montjuïc. Browse world cultures grouped by object type rather than geography, with video screens adding context along the way.

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Reasons to go

Spread across two historic houses on Montjuïc rather than a single purpose-built building.
Organizes its world cultures collection by object type instead of the usual geography-or-era format.
Displays are supplemented with video screens giving extra context on individual objects.

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Full description

Spread across two historic houses on Montjuïc, the Museu Etnològic de Barcelona organizes its world cultures collection by object type rather than strictly by geography or era, an approach several visitors single out as refreshingly different from typical ethnology museums. A 4.1-star rating and strong hidden-gem score reflect an under-visited but well-regarded museum, with reviewers specifically praising the affordability and the informative video screens supplementing the displays.

Its moderate must-see score suggests it's a rewarding rather than essential stop on a Montjuïc itinerary. At around an hour, it pairs naturally with the archaeology museum nearby.

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Address

Passeig de Santa Madrona, 16, Sants-Montjuïc, 08038 Barcelona, Spain · Sants-Montjuïc

Website

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

Best time

morning, lunchtime, afternoon or early evening

Intensity

Moderate walking

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Good to know

No booking required
pair it with the neighbouring Catalan Museum of Archaeology on Montjuïc
take time with the video screens, which reviewers say add useful context.

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Reviews

Do not miss this wonderful museum! Set across two historic houses (which are themselves a sight to see) the exhibits are magnificent! For anyone who loves design, history, and:or world culture, this fabulous museum is a must-see. One of my favourites in Barcelona. A real gem.

Robert C.

1/5

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