Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA) is for those who take art seriously. Since its inauguration in 1995, the MACBA has transformed itself into a power player on the city's contemporary arts scene. The permanent collection is located on the ground floor of the main building, and showcases art from the second half of the 20th century. Although some international artists are featured, the collections mainly focus on post-1945 Catalan and Spanish art. The museum also offers a variety of events including lectures, seminars, guided tours and video screenings. Of the three levels of the building, two are accessible to public.

• There is free Wi-Fi throughout the museum.
• Last tickets are sold 30 minutes before closing.
• The museum offers tours to the general public in sign language on the third Sunday of each month.
• Online ticket booking is available.
• Disabled access available.

• Students& Seniors (over 65yrs): €8 EUR
• Children (under 14yrs): Free

• Library: Monday to Thursday, from 10 am to 7 pm, Public holidays
• Archive, Special Collection Room: Monday to Thursday, from 10 am to 2.30 pm, Public holidays: closed

• Metro: L1, L2 (Universitat) and L3 (Catalunya or Liceu)
• Bus: Lines 7, 9, 13, 14, 16, 17, 20, 24, 37, 41, 42, 50, 54, 55, 58, 59, 62, 63, 64, 66, 67, 68, 91, 120, 121, 141, H12, Aerobus
• Bicing: Station 059, Placa dels Angels
• FGC: All lines (Catalunya)
• Renfe (Train): Placa Catalunya

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