MACBA (Museum of Contemporary Art)

Overview

MAC BA (Museu d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona) is the city's major contemporary art museum, housed in a striking white building by American architect Richard Meier in the heart of El Raval.

Highlights

• The Building: Meier's luminous white structure with its glass-and-ramp facade has transformed the surrounding Raval neighbourhood since opening in 1995.
• Skate Culture: The MACBA plaza is one of Europe's most famous street skateboarding spots — a show in itself.
• Collection: Post-1945 art with strong representation of Catalan, Spanish, and Latin American artists.

Visitor Tips

• Free Saturdays: Free entry on Saturday afternoons (4–8 PM).
• Raval Walk: Combine with the CCCB next door and a walk through the multicultural Raval neighbourhood.
• Duration: 1–1.5 hours.