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Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona – Address & Directions

How to Get to Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona?

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The Museu d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona (MACBA) is centrally located in the Ciutat Vella district, in the heart of the historic El Raval neighborhood. Its position on the large, open Plaça dels Àngels makes it a prominent and easily accessible landmark.

Address:

Museu d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona (MACBA) Plaça dels Àngels, 1 08001 Barcelona, Spain

MACBA is extremely well-connected by Barcelona's efficient public transportation network, making it simple to reach from anywhere in the city.

Metro

Several metro lines have stops within a short walking distance of the museum:

Universitat Station (Lines L1 and L2): Approximately a 5-8 minute walk.

Catalunya Station (Lines L1 and L3): Approximately a 7-10 minute walk and a major hub for all city transport.

Liceu Station (Line L3): Approximately a 10-12 minute walk up La Rambla towards Plaça de Catalunya.

Bus

Numerous bus lines stop directly or very close to the Plaça dels Àngels and the adjacent Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona (CCCB).

Bus Lines: Key routes include 7, 22, 24, 47, 52, 54, 55, 59, 62, 63, 67, 120, V13, V15, H12, H16, and D50. Look for stops around Plaça dels Àngels, Plaça Universitat, or Plaça Catalunya.

FGC Train (Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat)

Catalunya Station: All FGC lines terminate at Plaça de Catalunya, which is a convenient walk from the museum.

Tourist Bus

Barcelona Bus Turístic: The Blue Route stops at Plaça Catalunya, which is a short walk from the museum entrance.

Driving within the Ciutat Vella district can be challenging due to narrow streets and pedestrian priority. If you choose to drive, parking is available nearby:

Plaça dels Àngels Car Park: The museum is located directly next to an underground public car park managed by SABA, offering the most direct access. Visitors should inquire at the museum reception for potential discount vouchers for this car park.

MACBA is within easy walking distance of several major city attractions and transport hubs:

From La Rambla: Walk up from the Liceu opera house towards Plaça de Catalunya, then turn left towards El Raval.

From Plaça de Catalunya: Walk southwest down Carrer de Pelai or Ronda de la Universitat.