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Museu Blau

Museu Blau

Barcelona’s natural science museum is in a bright blue building near the Fòrum. It has dinosaurs, a whale skeleton and fossils, and a play area called the Science Nest for younger children. Under-16s go free.

Barcelona’s natural science museum is in a bright blue building near the Fòrum. It has dinosaurs, a whale skeleton and fossils, and a play area called the Science Nest for younger children. Under-16s go free.

Under-16s go free

Price:

Adults from €6

Best for:

All ages

Duration:

1.5–2 hours

Weather:

Indoors

📍 Area:

Fòrum · Map →

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Museu Blau – Natural Science Museum, Barcelona
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Visiting Museu Blau with Kids

The main exhibition, Planet Life, follows the history of life on Earth through dinosaur skeletons, fossils, a whale skeleton and minerals. For children up to six, the Science Nest is a separate hands-on discovery space with its own opening times, so check them before you visit. The museum is in the blue, triangular building at the Fòrum.

Visiting Museu Blau with Kids

The main exhibition, Planet Life, follows the history of life on Earth through dinosaur skeletons, fossils, a whale skeleton and minerals. For children up to six, the Science Nest is a separate hands-on discovery space with its own opening times, so check them before you visit. The museum is in the blue, triangular building at the Fòrum.

Quick Family Facts

  • Best for: All ages

  • Pushchairs: Yes, spacious with lifts

  • Children: Under-16s go free

  • Free entry: Sundays from 3pm and all day on the first Sunday of the month

  • Nearby: Fòrum bathing area, Parc de Diagonal Mar

Highlights

Highlights

Dinosaurs and Fossils – Museu Blau – Natural Science Museum
Dinosaurs and Fossils
Dinosaurs and Fossils

Dinosaur skeletons and ancient fossils.

The Whale Skeleton – Museu Blau – Natural Science Museum
The Whale Skeleton
The Whale Skeleton

A huge whale skeleton and animals from all over the world.

Minerals and Crystals – Museu Blau – Natural Science Museum
Minerals and Crystals
Minerals and Crystals

Crystals and minerals in every colour.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do children pay to visit the Museu Blau?

No. Children under 16 go free. Entry is also free for everyone on Sunday afternoons from 3pm and all day on the first Sunday of the month.

Is there anything for toddlers?

Yes. The Science Nest is a special area for children aged 0–6. Check opening times before you go.

Can we take a pushchair?

Yes, the museum is spacious with lifts.

How long should we allow?

Around one and a half to two hours.

How do we get there?

Take the metro to El Maresme | Fòrum (L4 yellow line). The museum is a short walk away, near the seafront.

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Museu Blau

Adults from €6

Under-16s go free. Free for everyone on Sunday afternoons from 3pm and all day on the first Sunday of the month.

Prices checked October 2026.

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