CaixaForum Barcelona
About This Museum
Housed in a beautifully preserved art nouveau textile factory, CaixaForum Barcelona is a surprising and dynamic cultural hub. It first opened its doors as a museum in 2002, but the building itself hums with the industrial spirit of early 20th-century Barcelona. Inside, you won't find a permanent collection; instead, the space pulses with a constantly changing roster of contemporary art, photography, and multimedia exhibitions. The atmosphere is a compelling mix of raw, historic brickwork and sleek, modern gallery design, making every visit feel both grand and cutting-edge.
Collection Highlights
The exhibits are always on the move, but you might encounter anything from a major retrospective of a modern master like Dalí to an immersive digital art installation or a provocative display of avant-garde sculpture.
Visitor Information
It's located on Avenida Francesc Ferrer i Guàrdia in the Sants-Montjuïc area, easily spotted by its striking vertical garden wall. Be sure to check their website before you go to see what's currently on—it changes every few months.
Architecture & Building
A stunning former textile factory with classic art nouveau flourishes, now crowned with a dramatic, contemporary entrance canopy and a soaring glass-walled lobby.
Contact & Location
Address: 6-8, Avinguda de Francesc Ferrer i Guàrdia, la Font de la Guatlla, Sants-Montjuïc, Barcelona, Barcelonès, Barcelona, Catalunya, 08015, España
Phone: +34 934 76 86 00
Website: Visit Website
