Fundació Joan Miró

Joan Miró’s paintings and sculptures, full of stars, moons and bold colours, fill a white museum among Montjuïc’s gardens. Under-12s go free.

Under-12s go free

Price:

Adults from €17

Best for:

Ages 4+

Duration:

1–1.5 hours

Weather:

Mostly indoors

📍 Area:

Montjuïc · Map →

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Miró sculpture in front of the white Fundació Joan Miró building on Montjuïc

Visiting the Joan Miró Museum with Kids

Miró’s paintings, large tapestries and sculptures fill bright, white galleries arranged around courtyards. Temporary exhibitions show work by other artists alongside the permanent collection. His bold colours, playful shapes and imaginative figures make many of the works particularly appealing to younger visitors.

Visiting the Joan Miró Museum with Kids

Quick Family Facts

Best for: Ages 4+
Visit time: 1–1.5 hours
Pushchairs: Yes, with lifts
Children: Under-12s go free
Nearby: Montjuïc Castle, MNAC, Olympic Museum, Montjuïc gardens

Highlights

Joan Miró artworks displayed in a gallery at the Fundació Joan Miró

Miró’s Artwork

Stars, moons, birds and bold colours recur in Miró’s paintings and sculptures.

The Sculpture Terrace

Outdoor sculptures share the terrace with views across Barcelona.

A child looking at a large ear and horn sculpture in a temporary exhibition

Temporary Exhibitions

Changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary art, from paintings and sculptures to installations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do children need tickets?

Children under 12 go free, but must be with an adult.

Is the Fundació Joan Miró good for young children?

Yes. Miró’s bright, simple shapes appeal to young children. Try a spot-the-star or spot-the-bird challenge as you go.

Can we take a pushchair?

Yes, the museum has lifts and is easy to get around.

How do we get to the Fundació Joan Miró?

Take the metro to Paral·lel (L2 or L3), then the Montjuïc funicular, which uses a normal metro ticket. Bus 150 from Plaça d’Espanya also stops nearby. You can also walk up or back down through the Montjuïc gardens, such as the Jardins de Laribal, which have shady terraces, fountains and paths.