Picasso Museum (Museu Picasso) Attractions & Things to do

Picasso is one of the few artists who deserve museums only dedicated to him.
His Museum in Barcelona exhibits some of his early work and youth paintings. An expert art guide will help you to discover the life's work of the painter and sculptor sorted chronologically. The different phases are explained, and you can easily understand the stylistic changes.
An in-depth guided tour in a group and only in English or other selected languages. We are using the resources of the Museum to feel comfortable listening to the guide at all times.

This activity includes tickets to enter the Museum, thus, you can enter without queues with your guide.


Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

The first stop on our Picasso tour is outside the Els Quatre Gats Restaurant, a Modernist building that was a tavern when Picasso lived in Barcelona. It was also a gathering spot for artists, the very first place he exhibited his genius.
We'll continue to the Sala Parès, an art gallery. Picasso and other Barcelonian artists once exhibited their paintings here. We may even step inside to see how it’s changed over the years!
Our next stop is at Carrer d'Avinyó 44, where Picasso frequented the brothel once located there. The women who worked there inspired his famous piece, Les Demoiselles d'Avinyó, now one of the finest examples of his Cubists works.
As the walking tour comes to a close, we’ll pass by La Llotja, a historical building that once hosted the Fine Arts Academy where Picasso studied as a teenager.
It’s now time to finish your Picasso walking tour at the entrance of Picasso Museum. Your guide will tell you what to look for during your self-guided visit to the museum.
Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

It is hard pinpointing exactly what makes Barcelona so special, but you could try with one of our hosts! Whether you have just 2 hours, half a day or an entire day to explore, your host will create a personalized itinerary to match your pace. Tick off those must-sees like the Jewish Quarter or step back 2000 years to uncover the wonders of the old Roman Temple. For a more local vibe, laze your afternoon away sipping sangria on the beach or indulge your arty side and visit the Picasso Museum. Just be prepared to have loads of fun along the way.

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do

Duration: 2 to 8 hours.

It is hard pinpointing exactly what makes Barcelona so special, but you could try with one of our hosts! Whether you have just 2 hours, half a day or an entire day to explore, your host will create a personalized itinerary to match your pace. Tick off those must-sees like the Jewish Quarter or step back 2000 years to uncover the wonders of the old Roman Temple. For a more local vibe, laze your afternoon away sipping sangria on the beach or indulge your arty side and visit the Picasso Museum. Just be prepared to have loads of fun along the way.

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do

Duration: 8 hours.

Fascinated by the art of Pablo Picasso? Then, this 2-hour small group Barcelona walking tour of the locations connected to the 20th-century Spanish artist will fire your imagination. With an expert guide, set off to discover where Picasso studied, socialized and developed his painting style while he lived Barcelona between 1895 and 1905. See his art school; the café where he met with other arty radicals; and other locations important in his youth. Lastly, enjoy skip-the-line entry to the Picasso Museum; bypassing the lines for a guided tour of its impressive collection.
Duration: 2 hours.

Discover Barcelona as you would if you were staying with a friend who lived there! With a local Host thoughtfully matched to you, explore the best know attractions as well as a few secret local spots along the way. Your private experience will be personalised to exactly what you want to see, but your handpicked Host will also show you a few hidden gems they know you’ll love and share travel tips and tricks so you can experience the city like a local and avoid the tourist traps!
Duration: 8 hours.

The Barcelona Card is the official city card of Barcelona, providing unrestricted access to the city's public transport system, including buses, metros, and trains, allowing for easy navigation through the city and access to its many attractions. The card offers flexible options of 72, 94, and 120 hours, enabling visitors to select the best fit for their travel plans. This budget-friendly option provides discounts on major museums, attractions including the Picasso Museum, MOCO Museum, MACBA, Egyptian Museum, and more, with free entry to over 27 museums and a guidebook with maps and city information. By using the Barcelona Card, tourists can save on admission fees and access special discounts at must see landmarks, venues, entertainment and tours, making it a must-have for anyone visiting Barcelona. Overall, the Barcelona Card is an excellent choice for visitors looking to explore the city economically, with unlimited access to public transport and discounted entry to top attractions
Duration: 3 to 5 days.

Get the Barcelona Museum Pass for the best deal in in the Catalan capital. Your Barcelona Museum Pass not only saves you time and money, but allows you to skip long ticket queues for entry to six of Barcelona's premier attractions. Gain easy entry to the National Art Museum of Catalonia (Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya) and the Picasso Museum (Museu Picasso), among others.
Duration: 365 days.

Unleash your inner art lover and foodie on this 4-hour tapas bar and art tour through the heart of Barcelona. In a small group of no more than twelve people, dive into the world of Spanish art and cuisine as you explore two of the city's most renowned museums: the Picasso Museum and the Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA).

As you stroll between galleries, immerse yourself in the works of Picasso and cutting-edge contemporary art, uncovering the stories behind the masterpieces. But that's not all—along the way, you'll savor authentic tapas at handpicked local bars, each offering a selection of small plates.

This unique combination of art, culture, and gastronomy offers the perfect way to discover the creative heart of Barcelona. Whether you're an art enthusiast or a culinary adventurer, this tour is a must for anyone looking to experience the best of the city's artistic heritage and vibrant tapas scene.
Duration: 4 hours.

For art lovers, enjoy a morning immersed in the Surrealist brilliance of Joan Miro and Pablo Picasso, two of Spain's most iconic twentieth-century artists, with skip-the-line tickets and private guided tours to both the Joan Miró Foundation and the Picasso Museum.

Your tour includes private transfers to Montjuïc and back to Barcelona center, with a walking tour of El Born, Barcelona's trendiest neighbourhood, where Picasso launched his career.

Miró and Picasso hold a very special place in the hearts of Spaniards for their unique and prolific contribution to twentieth-century art. Begin with a drive up to Montjuïc for panoramic views over the city and a private tour of the Miró Foundation that houses some of Miró's best-loved works. Learn all about his life and times, and his unique contribution to modern art. Return to the city centre for a stop-off at Four Cats Cafe and learn all about the mighty Pablo Picasso in the El Born area and museum dedicated to his works.
Duration: 4 hours.

Picasso, the greatest painter of the twentieth century lived in Barcelona for a few years, but he loved it enough to have an extraordinary museum. The years of Picasso in Barcelona are those of his training and here he knew he would be a great artist.With this Barcelona walking tour, we will walk  during 4 hours around the Barcelona of the young Picasso discovering the Gothic Quarter’s charming squares and the location of his family homes.
Duration: 4 hours.

Picasso had a passion for Barcelona, and this tour wants to show you
He had arrived in 1895, with 13 years, and it was here that he went out on his firsts binges with friends – the first to recognize his talent and discover the pleasures that were hidden in the brothels.
It was also in Barcelona that he had his first studio and where he made his first engraving, his first illustration and his first exhibition at the legendary restaurant 4 Gats.
Nine years later, with 22, he went to Paris and would no longer return but for Picasso Barcelona, it never ceased to be that great city that dazzled him as a teenager and He revealed modernity.

-Led by specialists in art history. A native official tour guide at your disposal for 3 hours, which will adapt to your interests and you can ask everything you want.
- Skip the line: entry without waiting and avoiding the queues.
- Meet the art galleries with more history of Barcelona
-Have a coffee at Els Quatre Gats.

Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

Over the years, Pablo Picasso has amassed a wonderful and spectacular collection of works. In Barcelona, there is the Picasso Museum, a building full of art that will help you understand the inner world of the creator of cubism. This is a stop you cannot miss if you are in Barcelona. Discover the different artistic movements experienced by the great master par excellence of the first avant-garde of the 20th century.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Don’t miss this guided tour to one of Barcelona’s reference museums, the Picasso Museum, and skip the line with your guide. Learn about the history of Pablo Picasso, one of the most influential artists of the 20th Century. A journey through his works will show you his artistic evolution, from his earliest works to his latest creations. Visit the Moco Museum, where you can see modern and contemporary works by well-known artists and rising stars.
Duration: 3 hours.

Use clues at each attraction to find your next destination and challenge yourself to use logic, imagination, observation, and team spirit to complete the game. Uncover local information and facts about the city as you explore. Discover hidden gems and narrow streets.
Without a schedule and at your own pace, pause anytime and continue later or even another day.
Work as a team or compete with each other. A unique team-building activity perfect for couples, families, companies, students and groups of friends.

Duration: 2 hours.

To truly experience a city, you must deep dive into its culture, and there's no better cultural tradition to explore in Barcelona than its Picasso.

On this private tour, get a cultural awakening as you learn more about Picasso and why it's such a unique part of the city's character. Learn from its history to the present influence that still lingers in Barcelona as you visit the Picasso Museum, Picasso’s first studio and more. Thanks to this cultural experience, you'll be able to see Barcelona from a different perspective - the way the locals live it every day!

Withlocals Treasures of Barcelona Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and preventing over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Great opportunity to enjoy a cultural and artistic private tour in a cosmopolitan city like Barcelona. Take a tour with your own private guide inside the Picasso Museum and after that get a chance to enjoy your own private tour in the Borne or the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona.

Enjoy a tour with your own private guide in one of the most emblematic museums of Barcelona.

Pablo Picasso is a genius of the art and this tour will give you a perspective of his works. In this museum you can find more than 4200 works in the permanent collection.

Once this tour is finished, accompanied by your private guide you can enjoy a two-hour private walking tour either in the Borne area or the Gothic Quarter. You will be able to enjoy monuments like: Basilique of Santa Maria del Mar, Barcelona's Santa Eulalia's Cathedral, and other great and unique corners, and maybe even the old wall of Barcelona with hundred of years of history.
Duration: 4 hours.

Don’t miss this guided tour to one of Barcelona’s reference museums, the Picasso Museum, and skip the line with your guide. Learn about the history of Pablo Picasso, one of the most influential artists of the 20th Century. A journey through his works will show you his artistic evolution, from his earliest works to his latest creations.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Experience neighbourhoods off the beaten path. See Barcelona through the eyes of a local.

This guided walk in the historic center of Barcelona will let you discover more than the usual: buildings & squares you will not encounter easily.

Immerse with us into the captivating history of the city while strolling through the maze of little streets in El Born & Gothic Quarter. Enjoy a drink in a magical square where mostly locals go.

Learn about important Catalan legends. What’s the significance of the dragon? Why was a bat decisive in a battle? What’s the legend behind the Catalan flag?

During this 2.5 hours walk we will make the connection from medieval history & legends to what inspired architects and motivates the independence movement.

If you love history brought to life by passionate storytellers and want to enjoy the intimacy of a small group then this is your experience. After the walk you will discover details you have not noticed before. See the city with different eyes!
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

On this tour you will learn about Picasso´s early life and work, since for him, Barcelona was the place "Where everything began". After guided visit of Picasso Museum we will continue our walk through El Borne district, a perfect place to sense the taste of old Barcelona.
Apart of Picasso´s backgrounds, you will get deeper into the rich and complex history of the city walking through the same streets where young artist was finding inspiration for his first professional paintings, which will soon after break the rules of Art history forever.
Optional stop by some of numerous tapas bars.
*Skip-the-line tour
*min 2 - max 9 people

Duration: 3 hours.

Your Barcelona Picasso Tour is a journey through the footsteps of one of the greatest artists of the 20th century and the co-founder of the Cubist movement – Pablo Picasso. Though he lived most of his life in France, Picasso’s formative years began in the trendy city of Barcelona. Your small group tour will take you and six people maximum guaranteed to explore the same streets that Picasso himself once walked along in the El Born neighborhood of Barcelona. This tour includes access to the Picasso Museum which houses thousands of his paintings. A perfect tour for anyone, art enthusiast or not!
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

On our Secret Food Tour: Barcelona, you'll enjoy a variety of the best authentic Spanish dishes on the secret streets of the areas of Born and Barceloneta. You'll try tapas, mouth-watering Paëlla, refreshing Sangria and wines, the best jamón, and much more. Don't forget our secret dish as well!

At the end of your tour, you'll have sampled some of Barcelona's most delicious dishes and gained a better understanding of our culture and history.

As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself!
Duration: 3 hours.

This Bike Tour is perfect for lovers of art and architecture. A route through the history of the ancient and medieval Barcelona with its alleys, secrets, legends… to end up exploring the most emblematic works of the Modernism movement.

You will explore the Gothic district, and all it has to offer; its cathedrals, its squares and little maze-like streets where you will lose yourself in time. This enchanting and magical area was built centuries ago. Discover all the corners of this neighbourhood as well as the old Barcelona’s secrets and legends .

Born Bike Tours Barcelona has its own friendly and fun-loving atmosphere, all you need to do is hit the pedals and enjoy!
Duration: 3 hours.

There is no other genuine love than the love for the mix of authentic food and art. Discover the perfect blend of culture and flavor on our Foodie & Museums Tour in Barcelona!

This unique experience is designed for food lovers and art enthusiasts alike. Indulge in authentic Spanish tapas at local spots loved by people, while uncovering the rich artistic heritage of the city. Explore world-renowned iconic Picasso Museum, and immerse yourself in the vibrant art scene.

Whether you're a passionate foodie or an art explorer, this tour offers the best of both worlds—delicious food and cultural treasures.
Duration: 4 hours.

Experience neighbourhoods off the beaten path. See Barcelona through the eyes of a local.

This guided walk in the historic center of Barcelona will let you discover more than the usual: buildings & squares you will not encounter easily.

Immerse with us into the captivating history of the city while strolling through the maze of little streets in El Born & Gothic Quarter. Enjoy a drink in a magical square where mostly locals go.

Learn about important Catalan legends. What’s the significance of the dragon? Why was a bat decisive in a battle? What’s the legend behind the Catalan flag?

During this 2.5 hours walk we will make the connection from medieval history & legends to what inspired architects and motivates the independence movement.

If you love history brought to life by passionate storytellers and want to enjoy the intimacy of a small group then this is your experience. After the walk you will discover details you have not noticed before. See the city with different eyes!
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

How was Barcelona at the late XIX century, when Picasso was living there? In fact, there was a bohemian group of artist, as in Paris. Join this tour to discover Barcelona at its golden years, so impressive that locals consider it the begining of modernity, making the city a cosmopolitan and progressive one.
We start the tour visiting the Museum dedicated mostly to the formation years of the artist Pablo Picasso. Later we continue on a walking tour to learn about Picasso's way of life in his youth, at the early 1900', discovering amazing anecdotes about him and the city.
As you'll be joining a licensed guide, you may enter the museum with no delays. The tour is always on your own pace as it's a private tour only for you, with no other guests.
To discover the charming Gothic Quarter in-depth, please book: https://www.viator.com/tours/Barcelona/Walking-private-bespoken-tour-at-the-Gothic-Quarter-Sagrada-Familia-exterior/d562-126593P7
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Surely you know the name Pablo Picasso, and surely you’ve heard he was a great artist. But we think it's time to go deeper into his story with this intimate private tour. Why not see his extraordinary work with your own eyes, in an extraordinary museum housed by a series of medieval palaces, and get to the heart of this artistic genius everyone always raves about?

Of course, we'll equip you with a certified passionate guide to help you unlock the secrets of some of the 4 251 masterpieces exposed. You'll witness the genius works first hand with plenty of expert knowledgeable insights. We guarantee you’ll be blown away with just how many styles this guy mastered in one lifetime.

Duration: 2 hours.

Embark on a quest where you will discover the historic Gothic Quarter and scout for your soulmate. Solve clues and unlock stories on your phone, as you discover the Arc de Triomf, The Kiss of Freedom, the Cathedral of Barcelona and many more.

As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Ready for an adventure?

Highlights include:
• Walk along Barcelona’s famous wonders: the Palau de la Generalitat de Catalunya, the Bishop’s Bridge and others.
• Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers.
• Solve clues to find local stories and hidden gems as you explore.
• Discover the Gothic Quarter through the historic center, which stretches from the Mediterranean Sea front to Ronda de Sant Pere.
• Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.
Duration: 2 hours.

Unique about this family treasure hunt is that it's 100% offline!
We want you to disconnect so that you and your family can enjoy the beauty of Barcelona with your full attention.

If you and your family like games and at the same time want to see more of Barcelona, this is the perfect activity for you! The enigmas, puzzles and challenges in this treasure hunt are based on escape rooms and specially designed for kids.

You and your family turn into real Detectives that are working on a very important case. Jewelry worth over a million euros are stolen from the Santa Maria del Mar church and hidden somewhere in the city. You have to find the jewelry before the thieves smuggle them out of the country.

The Detective runs through the Born neighborhood of Barcelona. Along the way you will pass by some famous highlights and so-called hidden-gems. Your private guide will tell you some interesting stories about this artistic neighborhood.

The Detective treasure hunt takes 1,5 hours.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Arc de Triomf (Triumphal arch) is a monument designed for the Universal Exposition of Barcelona in 1888 and one of the icons of the city along with its wide pedestrian promenade. Lluís Companys avenue has a significant historical and cultural value, with a family atmosphere, is a known meeting point for locals and occasionally even, it hosts events.
Head towards the Born neighborhood, one of the oldest areas of Barcelona and one of the four neighborhoods that make up the Ciutat Vella district (historic center). Admire the exterior of the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar that witnessed some of the most important historical episodes of the city.
The next and last stop of the tour is the Picasso Museum
Duration: 2 hours.

Are you looking for a way to see Barcelona's El Born neighbourhood without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

• Find out how Barcelonians crowdsourced the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar and spot the hidden Gaudi sculpture on Cascada Monumental fountain
• Hear from producer John Hipper, an Australian now living in Spain who’s passionate about history
• Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
Duration: 75 to 90 minutes.

The most complete Picasso tour in Barcelona, reviewing all the young artist's adventures while we taste the most local and authentic gastronomy in the city. At the end of the tour, we will arrive satisfied with knowledge and appetite.

A unique, artistic and gastronomic experience in the heart of Barcelona.

Everyone knows Barcelona as the artistic capital of the Mediterranean, a city that has given life to many of the most influential artists in history.

We will enter every corner of the Gothic Quarter to learn in detail the steps of a young Pablo Picasso and go
discovering their incredible experiences of youth, while we enjoy the most authentic and delicious Barcelona gastronomy.

Let's get lost in the streets of old Barcelona to learn about the artistic origins of Pablo Picasso, tasting
those tapas that the young artist always adored.
Duration: 4 hours.

Unique about this treasure hunt is that it's 100% offline!
We want you to disconnect so that you can enjoy the beauty of Barcelona with your full attention.

If you are an escape room lover and at the same time want to see more of Barcelona, this is the perfect activity for you! The enigmas, puzzles and challenges in this treasure hunt are based on escape rooms.

The Artist route runs through the Born neighborhood and tells the story of Picasso. Pablo Picasso was a world-famous painter from the South of Spain, who used to live in the Born. You will pass by famous highlights and cosy hidden-gems. Along the way you find out more about the life of Picasso and the neighorhood he lived in.

Each challenge is designed for the specific locations in the game. You are going to search for hidden clues, solve brain-teasing enigmas and decode secret messages. Your objective is to find the hidden painting of Picasso. A trail of clues will help you do so.

Are you ready for this adventure?

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Explore the rich history of the El Born neighborhood as you wander through the gorgeous streets of Barcelona. See the cultural highlights, such as the palatial opera house, Palau de la Musica with its finely detailed sculptures and the vibrant Santa Catarina market. Stroll along Montcada Street, lined with medieval mansions and see the stunning Basilica Santa Maria del Mar.

This is a live virtual tour – our professional local tour guide will meet you virtually via Zoom app and take you on a private tour where you can ask any questions you like. The entire tour is interactive and we will be showing you relevant historical photos and videos as well to enhance the experience.

The video calling software used for the tour is called Zoom. You will need to have it downloaded on your laptop, tablet or cellphone – with a connection to speakers or headphones – in order to participate in the tour.

For group bookings of over 15 persons contact us directly for a quote.
Duration: 1 hour.

Explore 500+ stories, landmarks, and tours with the Lumiro app. Snap a photo to decode landmarks, ask questions and get instant info from our AI guide. Create your own route and discover Barcelona on your own time, anywhere you walk!

Purchase a 7 day pass and explore on your own time!

Tours Available:

Gaudí's Barcelona: A Walking Tour
Creative Barcelona: Artists' Heritage Walk
Gothic District Walking Tour
Architectural Wonders of Eixample
Rambla Ramble: Unveiling Barcelona's Treasures
Montjuïc: Barcelona's Birthplace Tour

The app is appropriate for children under 13 if they can utilize a phone or tablet.
Duration: 1 to 6 hours.