About
The Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, often called MNAC, is the national art museum of Catalonia, housed in the National Palace on the Parc de Montjuïc in Barcelona. The building itself is a major part of the visit: its imposing façade and monumental interiors make it worth seeing even before you reach the galleries.
What you will see
The museum is best known for its collection of Romanesque art, which is described as among the finest in the world. Visitors can also explore works from the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque periods, so the collection offers a sweep of Catalan and European art across several centuries.
- Romanesque art, the museum's core strength
- Gothic works from the medieval period
- Renaissance and Baroque pieces that follow on from them
Planning your visit
The museum sits on Montjuïc, a hill that rises above the city, so the trip is pleasant as well as cultural. Allow a good part of the day, as the collection covers a lot of ground and the palace rewards unhurried looking. Because the museum is on the hill, you may enjoy combining it with a walk through the surrounding park and its gardens.
For opening times, tickets and any current information, you can call the museum on +34 936 220 376 before you go. The address is Parc de Montjuïc, s/n, 08038 Barcelona.
Around the museum
Montjuïc is one of the green spaces of Barcelona, and from the palace there are wide views over the city. A visit here suits anyone interested in medieval and early European art, and it makes a calm counterpoint to the busier streets below.
