Barcelona’s ArTicket allows culture vultures to explore six of the major museums in the city for a discounted price. When bought, the ticket is valid for 6 months from the date that it is first used in one of the museums. It also lets visitors cut the queues, providing more time to see all the creative delights on offer.
The Benefits of the ArTicket
Save money
The ArTicket lets you save money on cultural trips. Instead of paying full price admission, it lets holders enter for 45% less than the normal price. If you’re looking to explore a lot of museums, these savings all add up.
Valid for 12 months
Unlike other cards in Barcelona, the ArTicket is valid for a period of 6 months from when the ticket is first activated in one of the 6 museums represented. This means you can pop in and out of the listed museums as many time as you wish during this time frame, and can even use it on different trips.
Skip the line
Barcelona’s museums and galleries are extremely popular with tourists, which means that there can be queues to get in. The ArTicket allows holders to skip the queue, giving them more time to explore the art works and the rest of the city.
Permanent and temporary exhibitions
The ArTicket gives holders access to both the permanent and the temporary exhibitions at the museums it represents. With a 6-month validity period, this means you can see a range of revolving exhibitions throughout the year.
Museums the ArTicket Represents
Museu Picasso
The Picasso Museum is one of the city’s best-loved tourist attractions. Tucked away in the rambling lanes of the Gothic Quarter, it’s filled to the brim with works from Picasso from all different stages in his artistic career.
Fundacio Joan Miro
Joan Miro, like Picasso, was a sweetheart of Barcelona, and an eclectic collection of his work can now be viewed at this dedicated museum.
Fundacio Antoni Tapies
Another of Barcelona’s favourite artists, Antoni Tapies’ work is on show in this fascinating museum.
Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya
This cultural institution boasts a collection of displays by contemporary, emerging artists in Catalunya.
Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona
Here you can discover exhibitions of work by local, contemporary artists who are making big waves in the international art scene.
Centre de Cultura Contemporenia de Barcelona
This important cultural venue hosts a selection of exhibitions throughout the year as well as performances and creative workshops.
How to Buy the ArTicket
There are a couple of ways you can get your hands on your ArTicket. Firstly, you can buy the ArTicket online, which is the easiest and most convenient method. It means you can purchase your pass before you even land and have it all ready to go once you arrive. All you have to do is print the voucher that’s sent to you via email and exchange it for a card at any one of the ArTicket musuems.
Alternatively, you can pick up an ArTicket at various different spots around Barcelona, including most of the museums named on the pass.
