The Fundacio Joan Miro is a museum of modern art dedicated to the works of the Catalan painter, sculptor and ceramicist Joan Miro. It is located on Montjuic hill in Barcelona, Spain, and was opened in 1975. The museum showcases more than 14,000 pieces of Miro’s art, including paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints and textiles. It also hosts temporary exhibitions of contemporary artists and organizes cultural activities such as concerts, lectures and workshops.
Fundacio Joan Miro Tickets (Prices & Discounts)
The Fundacio Joan Miro price for the museum is 13 euros for adults, 7 euros for students and seniors, and free for children under 15 years old. You can also buy a combined ticket with the nearby Poble Espanyol for 18 euros. The museum offers discounts for groups of 15 people or more and for Barcelona residents. You can buy tickets online or at the ticket office.
Fundacio Joan Miro Opening Times
The Fundacio Joan Miro is open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Sundays and public holidays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It is closed on Mondays (except public holidays), January 1st, May 1st and December 25th. The last admission is 30 minutes before closing time.
How to get to the Palau Guell
You can get to the Fundacio Joan Miro by public transport or by car. The nearest metro station is Espanya (L1 and L3), from where you can take bus 55 or walk for about 20 minutes. You can also take the funicular from Paral·lel (L2 and L3) to Montjuic and then walk for about 10 minutes. If you come by car, you can park at the museum’s parking lot for a fee of 3 euros per hour.
Fundacio Joan Miro Tours
The Fundacio Joan Miro offers guided tours in different languages for groups and individuals. You can book a tour online or by phone at least one week in advance. The tours last about an hour and cost 6 euros per person (plus the admission fee). You can also rent an audio guide for 5 euros or download a free app with information about the museum and its artworks.
What to see at the Fundacio Joan Miro (Attractions)
The Fundacio Joan Miro has several sections that display different aspects of Miro’s artistic career and vision. Some of the attractions are:
- The Espai 13, a space for emerging artists that showcases experimental and innovative projects.
- The Tapestry of the Fundacio Joan Miro, a large textile work that Miro created with Josep Royo in 1979.
- The Sculpture Garden, a terrace with panoramic views of Barcelona and some of Miro’s most iconic sculptures.
- The Merce Cunningham Room, a multimedia installation that pays tribute to the American choreographer and his collaboration with Miro.
- The Collection Rooms, where you can see some of Miro’s most famous paintings, such as The Farm, The Tilled Field and Woman and Bird.
Tips for visiting Fundacio Joan Miro
- Plan your visit ahead and check the museum’s website for the current exhibitions and events.
- Allow at least two hours to explore the museum and its surroundings.
- Wear comfortable shoes and clothes, as the museum is quite large and has stairs and ramps.
- Respect the rules of the museum, such as not touching the artworks, not taking photos with flash or tripod, not eating or drinking inside the exhibition rooms, and not smoking anywhere in the premises.
- Enjoy the art and have fun!
