"Museum City" Barcelona
For many visitors the metropolis at the Mediterranean is a destination to enjoy summer, sun and beach. Others however, prefer to discover what is behind the "tourist curtain". that is especially the culture of the region, as well as the history of the city and it's citizens.
Those of you who have already arranged accommodation in Barcelona, such as a nice Barcelona Hotel, might have already thought about what to visit in Barcelona. Here are some suggaestions refering to the numerous museums in Barcelona.
Without a doubt, the Picasso Museum is the best known museum of the city.For decades, the museum has been offering exhibitions showing the art work of one of the most popular artists of the world. Also, Picasso's art collection is the most visited museum of the town, especially in summer.
Beside the Picasso Museum the "museum street" Carrer Montcada offers also the Museu Barbier-Mueller d'Art Precolombí. In proximity, you can also find the Museu Frederic Marès, the Museu de Ciències Naturals and the Museu Etnològic Further destinations outside the city center include the botanic garden as well as the Museu de la Música.
The city council of Barcelona offers a great deal on first month's Sundays. Free entry for everyone who would like to visit one of the Barcelona museums!