Museu de la Música de Barcelona

The Museu de la Música is a museum on the second floor of L'Auditori that displays a portion of a larger collection spanning roughly 2000 instruments. The exhibition offers a view of musical instruments from ancient times to the present day from many parts of the world.

The museum grew from interest sparked by the 1888 Barcelona World Fair, which led to building a dedicated collection of musical instruments. Over time the collection expanded and eventually found a home in a dedicated space.

The exhibition shows instruments from many cultures and explains how they function in musical traditions around the world. You see how different peoples understand and express music through their own ways.

The museum is on the second floor of L'Auditori and is open Tuesday through Sunday, with extended hours on Thursdays until late evening. Plan enough time to explore the instruments at a comfortable pace.

The museum holds one of the world's most significant collections of classical guitars, including rare pieces by master craftsman Antonio de Torres. These instruments show the craftsmanship tradition and sound character of a bygone era.

Location: Barcelona

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Address: Pau Casals, L'Eixample, 08013 Barcelona

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Wednesday,Friday 10:00-18:00; Thursday 10:00-23:15; Saturday,Sunday 10:00-19:00; December 24; December 31; January 05 10:00-15:00; Holidays,Monday off

Phone: +34932563650

Website: https://ajuntament.barcelona.cat/museumusica/ca

GPS coordinates: 41.39889,2.18558

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:44