This is a unique museum dedicated to the eclectic collections of Frederic Marès. The museum is home to a vast array of artifacts ranging from Romanesque sculptures to antique toys, offering a fascinating insight into the collector's passion. The museum is located in the heart of the Gothic Quarter and is housed in a beautiful building that once served as the Royal Palace.

An amazing collection. In all the years I have visited Barcelona I have never been here. Wish I had as it’s incredible the amount of things collected. You need to visit many times to see it all. We went on a Sunday afternoon and just didn’t have enough time. The beautiful religious sculptures are only the start. You don’t need to be religious to appreciate the skill involved. I am still amazed by what I saw. And then you go up to the collections. Everything you can think of. This has got to be the best collection in the world. So much history. So much art craft and design.

Amazing museum, where you can find different types of art works. Their staff is so friendly! If you are under 30 you will get a discount, also you can keep your ticket and use it within 6 months.

Interesting, especially the top two floors. The bottom floors are mostly filled with religious sculptures. The museum is free to visit on Sundays after 15:00 (the entire day on a first Sunday of the month) The problem is, however, that there are no labels. Sometimes it is not even clear what is the purpose of the object we were looking at. They need either much better labels and/or an audioguide.

A large museum spanning many floors with a vast selection of items renting from antiquity to basically the industrial age. There are guided as well audio tours available and I would recommend either of these as there is very little detail given for much in display, many with no plaques at all to even give a hint of what you are looking at our even the era from where it came.

Very nice museum! First Sunday of the month is free. I booked the tickets on the same day I visit and still available. It has three floors with loads of collections. Was fun to visit! One lady she is super lovely and reminds me to wear my backpack in the front.

An incredible collection! I am fascinated, overwhelmed! An amazing, rich place! I wandered around in amazement! Definitely not a place for a few hours or a day; can visit for days and weeks. I want to look carefully each track and consider, examine individually. For sure I will come to Barcelona again so that I can come to this museum once again. The staff are very hospitable, friendly and helpful. Thanks so much. I am very impressed.

You can come do free and sit in this shady cool court yard

(Translated by Google) Museum inside a Gothic palace near the cathedral with several very interesting collections. The polychrome religious carvings of the Virgin Mary and the crucifixes of Jesus Christ, in different styles from the 12th to the 17th century, stand out. On the upper floor there are several collections of various objects such as fans, pipes, paintings, etc ... On the entrance patio there is a small fountain that is decorated with flowers for the feasts of Corpus Christi and can also be see the traditional "egg as it dances." In summer you will also find a small café with outdoor tables overlooking the cathedral towers. (Original) Museu dins d´un palau gòtic a prop de la catedral amb diverses coleccions molt interessants. Destaquen les talles religioses policromades de la Mare de Déu i els crucifixos de Jesucrist, en diferents estils des del segle XII al XVII. En el pis superior s´exhibeixen varies coleccions d´objectes diversos com ventalls, pipes, pintures, etc...Al patí de l´entrada hi ha una petita font que la decoren amb flors per les festes del Corpus Christi i també es pot veure el tradicional "ou com balla". A l´estiu també trobareu un petit café amb taules a l´aire lliure amb vistes a les torres de la catedral.

(Translated by Google) A place that had me in love. I repeated more than once but this was the last. We were touched by a museum employee who out of respect and education I will not qualify but it was a lousy deal and treated us as if we were going to commit the theft of the jojoya. We listened as he told the security guard what would control us and put us down on a donkey to which the aforementioned replied with a .... I have them controlled. The rest of the employees have a charm but this girl is a real embarrassment. (Original) Un lugar qué me tenía enamorada. Repetí más de una vez pero ésta fue la última. Nos tocó una empleada de el museo qué por respeto y educación no voy a calificar pero fue un trato pésimo y nos trato como si fuéramos a cometer el robo de la jojoya. Escuchamos como le decía al vigilante de seguridad qué nos controlara y nos ponía a caer de un burro a lo qué el susodicho contestó con un.... Los tengo controlados. El resto de emplead@s un encanto pero esta chica un auténtico bochorno.

(Translated by Google) The Frederic Marès Museum is a space that shows the curious collections and sculptures belonging to the most outstanding Catalan collector of the 20th century. Located in a part of the former Royal Palace of the Counts of Barcelona, ​​in the heart of the Gothic Quarter, the Frederic Marès Museum is a unique space that shows the collections and sculptures belonging to the most outstanding Catalan collector of the 20th century. After its inauguration in 1946, the museum had only four rooms, although it soon began to be expanded thanks to Marès' collector's desire. (Original) El Museo Frederic Marès es un espacio que muestra las curiosas colecciones y esculturas pertenecientes al coleccionista catalán más destacado del siglo XX. Situado en una parte del antiguo Palacio Real de los Condes de Barcelona, en el corazón del Barrio Gótico, el Museo Frederic Marès es un singular espacio que muestra las colecciones y esculturas pertenecientes al coleccionista catalán más destacado del siglo XX. Tras su inauguración en 1946, el museo contaba tan sólo con cuatro salas, aunque pronto comenzó a ser ampliado gracias al afán coleccionista de Marès.

Excellent history museum. I was delighted with what I saw. Be sure to visit this place!

I was frankly a bit disappointed. If you like religious sculptures, this is for you since they have at least two floors of them (hundreds depicting Jesus alone). The upper floors with the old Barcelona photographs, toy / entertainment exhibition and the Marès library with his own sculptures were a lot more interesting.

Very disparate and interesting collection of objects

It was a free entry day and this is why I came here and I loved it! Beautiful art to observe and the service was nice. And you definitely have to see the patio. It's wonderful for photo shoots and for walking breaks.

Beautiful and huge collection of items from middle ages to 20th century. If you want to see it fully it would take a few hours. On Sundays it’s is free if you prebook.

The museum offers a super interesting, and vast collection of curious artifacts. Religious sculptures, medieval artifacts, photography, games and dolls, newspapers, armory, and others. But the nicest thing about this museum was the workers, they are very knowledgeable, respectful, dedicated, and just nice in general. The whole visit was nicer because of them, it's worth visiting if you want to see a huge collection of relevant historical artifacts. I would recommend and I will visit again when I'm back in Barcelona.

Unbelievable collection. If you’re into pipes you’ll be happy. Ditto bails, fans, medieval sculptures…

Intresting experience 👌

It's just unbelievable that all of this has been collected by 1 person during his lifetime. The entry is free on Sundays. It's a n unbelievable collection. Do take at least couple of hours to visit all the levels.

Exciting collection of medieval Sculptures, ancient watches, belongings, dishes and many other things. 5 huge floors. Entrance about 5 euro.

Interesting experience to look at someone's actual collection. And, Frédéric was a quite a collector of everything. First two levels were filled with religious statues. Many, many similar religious statues. Then, you move on into collection of cigars, smoking pipes, clocks, watches, armour, guns and many various personal belongings such as hair combs, glasses, small photographs of many different women. The lisy goes on and on. Additionally, the place has a nice AC, friendly English speaking staff and you can come back anytime within 6 months again with the sane ticket. Not to mention the building itself if very beautiful.

Garden is my inspiration, meditation. Energy of transformation.

(Translated by Google) It is a museum with a great number of unusual collections on display, a must visit but a long time to visit. (Original) És un museu amb una quantitat de coleccions insòlites molt ben exposades.Museu imprescindibles de visitar,cal però, molt de temps per a fer-ho.

(Translated by Google) The variety of artworks on display is very complete and worth visiting (Original) 展出的藝術品，種類繁多非常齊備，值得一去

(Translated by Google) A very interesting Museum! At Christmas they put a Big and Beautiful Bethlehem! There is a Source of Desires !!! (Original) Un Museo muy interesante! En Navidad ponen un Belén Grande y Bonito! Hay una Fuente de los Deseos!!!

(Translated by Google) Very enriching even to go with the scoundrel (Original) Molt enriquidor inclús per anar amb la canalla

Interesting. First level is collection of religious things, that i have skipped, because it was enough in other museums, but on the second and higher floors you can see lots of things. From swords to teatral decorations, from postcards to something really strange. Recommended to visit.

Sooooooo many sculptures for admiration. What’s more is the private collection of the owner’s personal interest.

This is a wonderful museum of what I'm guessing was a hoarder. I love it. I've been there at least 3 times and will definitely return. Although, if Mares was alive I'd call a therapist based on his scissor collection alone. Let's not even talk about the women's hair pieces.

The floor that interested me the most was the one that had various collections (3rd floor). The staff were friendly, there was no souvenir shop inside, and bags should be kept inside the lockers. I want to extend special thanks to the receptionist who lent me 1 euro so I could use the locker for being accommodating. Also, a big thank you to sñra. Susana for answering my questions on the top floor. You can find more of my travel adventures on Instagram: fj_elegino

It is an overwhelming museum that I think is worth visiting, but be prepared for an overdose of all sorts of collectibles in the upper floors. The best part for me was the Romanesque to Renaissance art. Visit it if you are an artholic.

It’s located just right beside the Cathedral de Barcelona (near the ticketing/information). I think because it’s located there this makes Frederic Mares seems “passed by the tourists” since they’re focusing to get into the cathedral. Very nice museum with grand indoor patio with hi trees and beautiful inside garden. Inside is all you need to know about the Hispanic history from the perspective of Frederic Mares.

Anthropologically relevant and accurate. Impossible to see it all in one go if you don't keep the rythm up from the get go... I'd advice to start from the end and move your way down. It's a great museum.

It is absolutely marvelous! And the patio is incredibly beautiful 😍 The collection is amazing. I think it's a museum to absolutely see in Barcelona An amazing place with amazing pieces

It was free entry and we happened to come across this museum as we were strolling through the streets. Loved the little courtyard.. such a tranquil feel. The collections are beautifully kept and the collectors cabinet is just mind blowing on the top most floor! Never seen such an extensive collection of items. A must visit!

This other great unknown museum to both visitors and locals alike is found in front of the city’s principal Cathedral. The vast and eclectic collection of the sculpture Frederic Mares is housed in the Real Mayor palace in the Gothic Area, and includes an unequaled collection of Christ’s on the Cross. Another section of the museum, known as Sentimental Museum, contains a collection of daily use articles such as fans, clothing, etc

Incredible and inspiring collection. I visited there twice during my exchange which was worth it. Staffs there were very kind and gave me detailed guiding and information about this museum, thanks!!

Museum with a great concept of mixing old and new arts, like putting side by side a 14th century painting with a modern sculpture. Besides that, it's really focused on christian sacred art. If that's your thing, this museum is for you

Very, very nice museum free to visit. They have sculptures, paintings, weapons, swords you name it. It's a smallet version of Prado from Madrid. I highly recommend it. Expect about an hour to visit.

Very interesting exhibition. No English explanation on the sign. If you come on Sunday which is free entry, you will not get the (English) audio guide. Anyway, I have a good time here.

An amazing museum with A LOT of things to look at. Definitely one of our best visits in barcelona. Be here on good time before they close, at least three hours. Because they have a huge collection.

Amazing collection of beautiful objects including religious sculptures, fans, pottery, metalwork and textiles. The cool, quiet interior of the museum was a welcome and peaceful break from the busy streets outside. There are such a variety of items on display and the old display cabinets themselves are lovely, I found myself intrigued by items I didn't even think I would be interested in. I just wish there had been a bit more interpretation in the upper floors so I knew what some of the more obscure things were or when pieces dated from.

Amazing museum of art that covers 10 centuries. There are plenty of crucified messiahs and Virgins with sons but also weapons, fans, and risqué cigarette cards! Uncrowded, little known, and fascinating

Usually forgotten and nevertheless highly recommended. It boast an incredible collection of Spanish sculpture from Roman times until the work of Mr Mares. If you like medieval and religious art this is a must.

(Translated by Google) Place of cultural interest. Magnifco. Friendly staff. We will return to take advantage of the second free visit that the museum offers when you check out. Let's see if the fourth floor has already been opened for the next visit. (Original) Lugar de interés cultural. Magnifco. Personal amable. Volveremos para aprovechar la segunda visita gratuita que ofrece el museo al sacar la entrada. A ver si para la próxima visita ya han abierto la cuarta planta.

(Translated by Google) A very interesting museum, well structured, full of collections and curiosities of Frederic Mares in a very nice palace.Visit totally recommended (Original) Un museo muy interesante, bien estructurado, lleno de colecciones y curiosidades de Frederic Mares en un palacio muy bonito.Visita totalmente recomendable

(Translated by Google) 3 floors of pure history. Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque sculptures. Various collections of weapons, fans, pipes, match boxes, etc. The very kind person. Free access on Sundays after 3. It can be booked online. Tour between 1 and 3 hours. (Original) 3 pisos de pura historia. Esculturas del románico,gótico, renacentista y barroco. Varias colecciones de armas, abanicos, pipas, cajas de cerrillos, etc. El persona muy amable. Gratis acceso los domingos después de las 3. Se puede reservar online. Recorrido entre 1 y 3 horas.

(Translated by Google) Very varied collection, you can spend two hours well entertained (Original) Col·lecció molt variada, hi pots passar dues hores ben entretingut

(Translated by Google) I recommend going there. The very attentive staff They have given me some very interesting explanations about the life of Frederic Marès which I am very grateful for. (Original) Recomano d'anar-hi.El personal molt atent M'han fet unes explicacions molt interessants sobre la vida de Frederic Marès que agraeixo molt.

(Translated by Google) THE BEST MUSEUM of collection I have seen in my life. Impeccable, detailed. The spaces are decorated by geniuses. The truth is that Mares and all those who have built the museum have been admirable. (Original) EL MEJOR MUSEO de colección que he visto en mi vida. Impecable, detallado. Los espacios están decorados por genios. La verdad que Mares y todos los que han levantado el museo han sido admirables.

Mostly Jesus sculptures from Catalonia district nearby small towns and vilages.

(Translated by Google) Apart from the sculptures, I like the variety of objects that Frederic Mares collected. I keep the variety (Original) Aparte de las esculturas, me gusta la variedad de objetos que coleccionaba Frederic Mares. Yo me quedo con la variedad

(Translated by Google) Shopping center where they group people and things and then distribute them by weight and height. Bald people are marginalized with contempt and treachery. Sometimes they agglutinate by the size of the foot and the material composition of their underwear. But this is rarely and in leap years, the final days of each month. (Original) Centro comercial donde agrupan , personas y cosas y luego los distribuyen por peso y altura. A los calvos los marginan con desprecio y alevosía. En ocasiones aglutinan por el tamaño del pie y la composición material de su ropa interior. Pero esto es en contadas ocasiones y los años bisiestos, los días finales de cada mes.

Vaig visitar el museu amb la meva filla i ens va encantar la visita, estava buit,fresquet i les coleccions són super interessants, fins i tot per la meva nena de 5 anys; També vam tenir la sort de coneixer l'Alma, que treballa al museu,i ens va explicar les sales i va donat informació molt curiosa que va fer que la visita fos encara millor :) Per desgràcia la sala de joguines i automats està en millores però a la tardor ja la tindran llesta i la visita val la pena igual,tornarem!!!

(Translated by Google) An extremely interesting collection of Romanesque and Gothic religious art. Very good staff attention. (Original) Una interesantísima colección de arte religioso románico y gótico. Muy buena atención del.personal.

(Translated by Google) It is beautiful, quiet and romantic, you have to go there to spend an afternoon. (Original) És preciós, tranquil i romàntic, cal anar-hi a pasar una tarde.

(Translated by Google) The great unknown in the area, a spectacular museum for its variety, having pieces from the Iberian and Roman times ... until today. The crypt is worth a must-see, and the collection cabinet is overwhelming. And of course, the Marès study-library is a magnificent space. I recommend your visit, Sunday afternoons are free and the first Sunday of each month free all day, so there are no excuses! (Original) El gran desconocido de la zona, un museo espectacular por su variedad, teniendo piezas desde época ibera, romana...hasta nuestros días. La cripta merece una visita obligada, y el gabinete de colección es abrumador. Y por supuesto, el estudio-biblioteca de Marès es un espacio magnífico. Recomiendo su visita, los domingos por la tarde es gratis y el primer domingo de cada mes gratis todo el día, así que no hay excusas!

Enormous amounts of things but very little information about them. Really cool though. We had free entrance on a Sunday, but maybe there's some cost on other days. With some more storytelling this would be one of the coolest places in Barcelona

Incredible museum, a hidden gem located amongst the bustle that surrounds the Cathedral and square. The collection is incredible that goes on and on and on - it's quite astounding.

Loved the quite garden to escape from t h e tourists. Lovely atmosphere.

Interesting museum, with many religious pieces and the personal collection of Frederic Marès.

An unknown museum close to the Cathedral. Really amazing. So many masterpieces

Muzeum in amazingly reconstructed building, bottom floors with religious collection, upper floors full of whatsoever collection stuff, but most impressive was library on the top floor with sculptures made by Frederic Mares.

Interesting museum with a large collection of religious statues and artwork. Upstairs is his personal collection which was astounding. Millions of items from keys to menus, mini figurines, cigars, hand fans, clocks, etc. If you go on Sundays after 15:00 admission is free.

Don't let the lower floors put you off if your not a fan of religious artefacts. Upstairs has one of the most random collections of stuff I have ever seen. Very cheap entry (4.20 euros) and only 1 euro for the audioguide. The place was practically empty and needs to be visited more. One slight drawback was I felt the staff were stalking me through the rooms at times. But I suppose they have to keep the objects safe.

Really cool museum. Especially loved the collector’s section!

(Translated by Google) Good place (Original) Buen lugar

A nice museum, there are a lot of religious collections and also other collectables. Is free on sundays after 15h.

(Translated by Google) I love it, but how bad they are chasing you so you don't touch anything as if you were a criminal ... (Original) Me encanta, pero lo malo que te están persiguiendo para que no toques nada como si fueras un delincuente..

(Translated by Google) Don't know what to do? View this museum, you will not regret it (Original) No saps que fer? Vista aquest museu, no te n'arrepentiràs

(Translated by Google) Muyyyyyyyy pretty (Original) Muyyyyyyyy bonito

(Translated by Google) A place with many stories. A very clean and very beautiful place. (Original) Un lugar con muchas historias. Un lugar muy limpio y muy bonito.

(Translated by Google) Spectacular (Original) Espectacular

(Translated by Google) The legacy of one of the most prominent private collectors of the 20th century. The religious art collection is one of the most important of its kind worldwide, and that of sculptures includes some made by Frederic Marès himself. On the upper floors there are collections of different everyday objects, from pipes to fans. (Original) El legado de uno de los coleccionistas privados más destacados del siglo XX. La colección de arte religioso es una de las más importantes de su tipo a nivel mundial, y la de esculturas incluye algunas realizadas por el propio Frederic Marès. En los pisos superiores hay colecciones de diferentes objetos de uso cotidiano, desde pipas hasta abanicos.

(Translated by Google) Wide and varied exposure. Interesting. (Original) Amplia y variada exposición. Interesante.

(Translated by Google) Awesome (Original) Impresionante

(Translated by Google) I like the museum. (Original) Me gusta el museo.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place to visit (Original) Hermoso lugar para visitar

(Translated by Google) Very interesting (Original) Muy interesante

(Translated by Google) The museum itself is specific, but its courtyard - you can dissolve in it in lightness) (Original) Сам музей специфический, но его дворик - в нем можно раствориться в легкости)

(Translated by Google) Magnificent museum (Original) Magnifico museo

(Translated by Google) Very good to know (Original) Muy bueno para conocer

(Translated by Google) The small museum has a small footprint, but it has a rich collection and is worth a visit. (Original) 小巧的博物館，佔地不大，但館藏豐富，值得一看。

(Translated by Google) Great collection. Very attentive staff (Original) Gran colecció. Personal molt atent

(Translated by Google) Unique location of this important collection (Original) Única ubicación de esta importante colección