The Barcelona Maritime Museum (Museu Marítim de Barcelona) showcases the rich maritime heritage of Catalonia and Spain within the stunning Gothic architecture of the former Royal Shipyards. Dating from the 13th century, this impressive medieval building once produced the galleys for the Crown of Aragon's powerful Mediterranean fleet. Today, it houses an extensive collection that traces Barcelona's evolution as a maritime power and the development of shipbuilding techniques throughout history. The museum's centerpiece is a full-scale replica of the royal galley from the Battle of Lepanto (1571), offering visitors an immersive glimpse into naval warfare from a pivotal period in Mediterranean history.
- Type
- Maritime Museum
- Visiting Hours
- Monday: Closed, Tuesday-Sunday: 10:00-20:00
- Admission Fee
- €10 general, reduced rates available, free on Sundays after 15:00
- Website Url
- Official website
- Rating
- 4.4
- Reviews Count
- 12000
- Address
- Av. de les Drassanes, s/n, Ciutat Vella, 08001 Barcelona, Spain
- Phone Number
- +34933429920
- Latitude
- 41.3758504
- Longitude
- 2.1761781
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