A star. A bird. A ladder. A single black line and a blot of red. Miró spent sixty years building a vocabulary out of shapes this simple, and the Fundació Joan Miró is where you can read the whole language in one place.
The Foundation holds the most complete collection of Miró's work anywhere in the world, given by the artist himself when he founded it in 1975. Paintings, sculptures, textiles and works on paper span his entire career, from the tight early canvases through to the enormous, confident late pieces. The monumental Tapestry of the Foundation hangs here. So does Alexander Calder's Mercury Fountain, a strange and quietly political object built for the Spanish Republic's pavilion at the 1937 Paris Exposition and given a permanent home on Montjuïc.
The building is the second reason to come. Josep Lluís Sert — Miró's friend, a major twentieth-century architect, and the man who designed that same 1937 pavilion — drew it specifically to hold this collection. Whitewashed volumes, curved skylights that pull Mediterranean daylight down onto the canvases, courtyards that open onto the pines of Montjuïc, and a roof terrace with one of the finest views in Barcelona. Sert and Miró planned the route through it together, including where you'd pause and sit. It's now a declared Site of Cultural Interest, and the Foundation is marking its fiftieth year.
Beyond the permanent collection your ticket covers the temporary exhibitions and Espai 13, the experimental space the Foundation has used since 1978 to give emerging artists their first serious platform.
Bring your phone: the free Bloomberg Connects app provides multilingual commentary as you go. The bar-restaurant with its garden terrace, the MiróShop and the specialist bookshop are all free to use even without a ticket. Allow 1.5 to 2 hours, longer if you take the terrace seriously.
The Foundation holds the most complete collection of Miró's work anywhere in the world, given by the artist himself when he founded it in 1975. Paintings, sculptures, textiles and works on paper span his entire career, from the tight early canvases through to the enormous, confident late pieces. The monumental Tapestry of the Foundation hangs here. So does Alexander Calder's Mercury Fountain, a strange and quietly political object built for the Spanish Republic's pavilion at the 1937 Paris Exposition and given a permanent home on Montjuïc.
The building is the second reason to come. Josep Lluís Sert — Miró's friend, a major twentieth-century architect, and the man who designed that same 1937 pavilion — drew it specifically to hold this collection. Whitewashed volumes, curved skylights that pull Mediterranean daylight down onto the canvases, courtyards that open onto the pines of Montjuïc, and a roof terrace with one of the finest views in Barcelona. Sert and Miró planned the route through it together, including where you'd pause and sit. It's now a declared Site of Cultural Interest, and the Foundation is marking its fiftieth year.
Beyond the permanent collection your ticket covers the temporary exhibitions and Espai 13, the experimental space the Foundation has used since 1978 to give emerging artists their first serious platform.
Bring your phone: the free Bloomberg Connects app provides multilingual commentary as you go. The bar-restaurant with its garden terrace, the MiróShop and the specialist bookshop are all free to use even without a ticket. Allow 1.5 to 2 hours, longer if you take the terrace seriously.
Key Highlights
- See the world's most complete collection of Joan Miró's work, donated by the artist
- Stand before the monumental Tapestry of the Foundation
- Discover Calder's Mercury Fountain, made for the 1937 Paris Exposition
- Explore Josep Lluís Sert's landmark building, purpose-designed for the collection
- Access all temporary exhibitions and the experimental Espai 13
- Skip the ticket queue with a mobile e-ticket
- Free multilingual digital guide via the Bloomberg Connects app
- One of Barcelona's best skyline views from the Montjuïc terrace
- Children under 12 enter free
- Garden-terrace restaurant, MiróShop and art bookshop on site
About FUNDACIO JOAN MIRO MUSEUM
Fundació Joan Miró
Parc de Montjuïc s/n, 08038 Barcelona (Sants-Montjuïc), Catalonia, Spain
Founded by Joan Miró in 1975, housed in a purpose-built modernist building by Josep Lluís Sert, declared a Site of Cultural Interest and currently celebrating its 50th anniversary.
What's inside: the permanent Miró collection across painting, sculpture, textile and works on paper · the Tapestry of the Foundation · Calder's Mercury Fountain · rotating temporary exhibitions · Espai 13 · Photography in the Foyer · roof terrace and sculpture garden.
Getting there — Metro + Funicular: L2 or L3 to Paral·lel, then the Funicular de Montjuïc, included in all TMB transport cards; five-minute walk from the top.
Bus: 55 or 150 to Av. Miramar – Fundació Joan Miró, a two-minute walk.
Bicing: stations 522 and 526, opposite the cable car.
On foot: a scenic uphill walk from Poble Sec or Plaça d'Espanya.
Car: no public car park; public transport strongly recommended.
On site: bar-restaurant with garden terrace · MiróShop · specialist art bookshop · Jacques Dupin Library · auditorium · family room · free Wi-Fi · coin-return lockers (€1, refunded). The shop, bookshop, restaurant and library are free to access without a ticket, and Espai 13 is free to enter.
Typical visit duration: 1.5–2 hours, self-guided.
Parc de Montjuïc s/n, 08038 Barcelona (Sants-Montjuïc), Catalonia, Spain
Founded by Joan Miró in 1975, housed in a purpose-built modernist building by Josep Lluís Sert, declared a Site of Cultural Interest and currently celebrating its 50th anniversary.
What's inside: the permanent Miró collection across painting, sculpture, textile and works on paper · the Tapestry of the Foundation · Calder's Mercury Fountain · rotating temporary exhibitions · Espai 13 · Photography in the Foyer · roof terrace and sculpture garden.
Getting there — Metro + Funicular: L2 or L3 to Paral·lel, then the Funicular de Montjuïc, included in all TMB transport cards; five-minute walk from the top.
Bus: 55 or 150 to Av. Miramar – Fundació Joan Miró, a two-minute walk.
Bicing: stations 522 and 526, opposite the cable car.
On foot: a scenic uphill walk from Poble Sec or Plaça d'Espanya.
Car: no public car park; public transport strongly recommended.
On site: bar-restaurant with garden terrace · MiróShop · specialist art bookshop · Jacques Dupin Library · auditorium · family room · free Wi-Fi · coin-return lockers (€1, refunded). The shop, bookshop, restaurant and library are free to access without a ticket, and Espai 13 is free to enter.
Typical visit duration: 1.5–2 hours, self-guided.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line entry to the Fundació Joan Miró
- Access to the permanent Joan Miró collection
- Access to all temporary exhibitions
Exclusions
- Food and drinks at the restaurant
- Personal expenses
Insiders' Tips
Take the metro to Paral·lel then the Montjuïc Funicular — it's covered by standard TMB transport cards and spares you a steep climb. Download the free Bloomberg Connects app before you arrive, since it carries the Foundation's multilingual commentary and there's no included audio guide. Note that the exhibition rooms close 30 minutes before the museum itself, so don't cut your arrival fine. Bags over 30×30cm go in the lockers, which take a €1 coin you get back. Photography is allowed without flash, tripod or selfie stick — the light falling through Sert's skylights is the reason to bother.
Additional Information
Operating Hours
Child Policy
Accessibility & Facilities
Restrictions
- Summer (1 April – 31 October): Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 – 20:00; Sunday 10:00 – 19:00
- Winter (1 November – 31 March): Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 – 19:00
- Closed Mondays, except 6 April, 18 and 25 May, 12 October and 28 December 2026
- Hours may vary on public holidays — check the official site for your visit date
Child Policy
- Children under 12 enter free when accompanied by an adult.
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult throughout the visit.
- Reduced rates apply to students aged 13-25 and Carnet Jove holders aged 12–30.
Accessibility & Facilities
- Step-free access via a 30-metre ramp with no steps, though a wheelchair pusher is normally needed. Call +34 934 439 077 in advance if arriving alone and staff will assist.
- Two wheelchairs and mobile seats available on loan from the information desk.
- Two disabled parking spaces 35 metres from the main entrance.
- Accessible toilets on the ground floor, first floor foyer and in the auditorium.
- Rest benches throughout the rooms and terraces.
Restrictions
- Closed Mondays except on the specified 2026 holiday dates.
- No entry to exhibition rooms in the final 30 minutes before closing.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the selected visit date for a full refund.
- Cancellations within 24 hours of the visit date are non-refundable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in the Fundació Joan Miró ticket?
Full access to the permanent Miró collection, every temporary exhibition running during your visit, Espai 13, Photography in the Foyer, and the terrace and sculpture garden. The free Bloomberg Connects digital guide is available on your phone. Guided tours and audio guide devices are not included.
How long does a visit take?
Most visitors spend between 90 minutes and two hours. Allow longer if you want to use the digital guide properly, spend time on the roof terrace taking in the Barcelona skyline, or stop at the garden-terrace restaurant afterwards.
Is the museum open on Mondays?
Generally no. The Foundation closes on Mondays, with a handful of 2026 exceptions falling on 6 April, 18 and 25 May, 12 October and 28 December. Note too that entry to the exhibition rooms closes 30 minutes before the museum's stated closing time.
How do I get to the Fundació Joan Miró?
Take metro line L2 or L3 to Paral·lel, then the Montjuïc Funicular, which is covered by standard TMB transport cards, and walk five minutes from the top. Alternatively, bus 55 or bus 150 from Plaça Espanya stops at Av. Miramar – Fundació Joan Miró, two minutes away.
Do children need a ticket?
Children under 12 enter free when accompanied by an adult and don't need a paid ticket. Reduced rates apply to students aged 13 to 25 and Carnet Jove holders aged 12 to 30, with valid documentation required at the ticket desk.
Is there an audio guide?
Not as a paid device, but the Foundation offers free multilingual commentary through the Bloomberg Connects app, which you download to your own phone. Bring headphones. Guided tours run separately in several languages and are booked in addition to entry.
What are the highlights of the collection?
The monumental Tapestry of the Foundation, Alexander Calder's Mercury Fountain from the 1937 Paris Exposition, and key paintings and sculptures spanning Miró's entire career. Sert's building is a highlight in its own right, designed specifically for this collection and now a declared Site of Cultural Interest.
Is the Fundació wheelchair accessible?
Yes. Access is via a 30-metre ramp with no steps, though a companion to push is normally needed — call the museum in advance if arriving alone and staff will assist. Wheelchairs and seats are available on loan, accessible toilets are provided on several floors, and magnetic loops are installed throughout.
Can I take photographs inside?
Yes, for private use, provided you don't use flash, a tripod or a selfie stick. The natural light through Sert's curved skylights is one of the building's defining features. Photography may be restricted for specific loaned works, so check the signage in each room.
Can I visit the restaurant or shop without a ticket?
Yes. The bar-restaurant with its garden terrace, the MiróShop and the specialist art bookshop are all accessible free of charge without a museum ticket, as is the Jacques Dupin Library and Espai 13. It's a pleasant stop on Montjuïc even if you're not visiting the galleries.
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