CosmoCaixa

CosmoCaixa

Barcelona’s science museum recreates an Amazon rainforest indoors, alongside a huge wall of rock layers and plenty of interactive exhibits. Under-16s go free with an adult, making it great value for families.

Barcelona’s science museum recreates an Amazon rainforest indoors, alongside a huge wall of rock layers and plenty of interactive exhibits. Under-16s go free with an adult, making it great value for families.

Under-16s go free

Price:

Adults from €8

Best for:

All ages

Duration:

2–3 hours

Weather:

Indoors

📍 Area:

Sant Gervasi · Map →

Barcelona cityscape

Visiting CosmoCaixa with Kids

An indoor Amazon rainforest, hands-on science exhibits and a planetarium are spread across CosmoCaixa’s large galleries. Barcelona’s science museum is in Sant Gervasi, housed in an early 1900s building with modern galleries added around it.

Visiting CosmoCaixa with Kids

An indoor Amazon rainforest, hands-on science exhibits and a planetarium are spread across CosmoCaixa’s large galleries. Barcelona’s science museum is in Sant Gervasi, housed in an early 1900s building with modern galleries added around it.

Quick Family Facts

  • Pushchairs: Yes, spacious with ramps and lifts

  • Children: Under-16s go free with an adult

  • Ticket includes: All exhibitions, including temporary ones; Planetarium shows are €6 extra

  • Nearby: Tibidabo

Highlights

Highlights

The Flooded Forest
The Flooded Forest

A real piece of Amazon rainforest, with fish, reptiles and tropical plants.

The Geological Wall – CosmoCaixa
The Geological Wall
The Geological Wall

Huge slices of real rock that show how the Earth was formed.

The Planetarium – CosmoCaixa
The Planetarium
The Planetarium

Shows about space and the night sky. Check the show times and ages when you book.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CosmoCaixa good to visit with kids?

Yes, for all ages. There’s an indoor Amazon rainforest with real fish and reptiles, hands-on science exhibits and planetarium shows.

Do children need to pay to visit CosmoCaixa?

No. Children under 16 go free, but they must be with an adult.

Should we book in advance?

General entry is usually available on the day, but planetarium shows can fill up, so book those ahead.

Can we take a pushchair?

Yes, the museum is spacious and easy to get around, with ramps and lifts.

How long should we allow?

Most families spend two to three hours, longer if you add a planetarium show.

How do we get there?

Take the FGC train (L7) to Avinguda Tibidabo, then walk about 10 minutes uphill. With young children, a taxi is often the easiest option.

Ready to visit?

CosmoCaixa

Adults from €8

Under-16s go free. Planetarium shows can fill up, so book those ahead.

Prices checked October 2026.

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