Barcelona Diocesan Museum | Roman Wall & Religious Art

About the Museu Diocesà de Barcelona

Located in the heart of the Gothic Quarter, the Barcelona Diocesan Museum (Museu Diocesà de Barcelona) is housed in the historic Casa de la Pia Almoina, a Gothic-Renaissance building integrated into the 4th-century Roman wall of Barcino. This unique setting offers visitors a rare opportunity to explore both ancient architecture and sacred art under one roof.

Founded in 1915 under the direction of Manuel Trens Ribes, the museum was created to preserve and showcase the religious artistic heritage of the Diocese of Barcelona. After several relocations and restorations — including damage during the Spanish Civil War — the museum returned to its current home in 1989, coinciding with the opening of Barcelona Cathedral to tourists.

Today, the museum houses a permanent collection of over 3,000 works spanning from the 10th to the 20th century. Highlights include Romanesque and Gothic sculptures, religious paintings, liturgical silverware and goldware, ceramics, and historic vestments. The museum also hosts rotating exhibitions exploring the intersection of faith, culture, and Catalan identity.

Comparable in scope to the Museu Episcopal de Vic, this museum is a must-visit for those interested in Barcelona’s religious history, Roman heritage, and medieval art.

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Visiting Barcelona Dioceses Museum

The Barcelona Diocesan Museumreligious art museums in Barcelona. Located in the historic Casa de la Pia Almoina, the museum is built directly into the remains of the Roman wall of Barcino, offering a rare architectural blend of Roman, Gothic, and Renaissance styles.

This museum is best experienced as a companion to your Barcelona Cathedral visit. After admiring the cathedral’s cloisters and rooftop, step next door to discover over 3,000 religious artifacts — including Gothic sculptures, liturgical silverware and goldware, ceramics, and historic vestments — all housed in a space that reflects the city’s deep spiritual and artistic heritage.

Don’t miss the Gaudí-inspired entrance door by sculptor Josep Plandiura, added in 1999, or the attic-level gallery offering stunning Barcelona Cathedral views from above Plaça de la Seu. The museum also hosts rotating exhibitions on faith and culture, making it one of the most dynamic ecclesiastical museums in Barcelona.

Whether you're interested in Roman ruins in Barcelona, medieval art, or the intersection of religion and Catalan identity, the Museu Diocesà offers a quiet, contemplative experience that complements the grandeur of the cathedral next door.

Barcelona Dioceses Museum opening hours

Every day except Tuesday: 10:00h to 20:00h
Tuesdays: 11:00h to 20:00h
Closed: January 1st and December 25th

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Accessibility & What to Bring

The Barcelona Diocesan Museum is fully accessible for visitors with reduced mobility or pushchairs. Entry is available via the gift shop exit door in Plaça Nova, with elevator access to all exhibition floors.

Bicycle parking is available in Plaça de la Seu (coordinates: 41.384662, 2.176070), though we advise caution — this is not a secure location for leaving bikes unattended.

Large bags may be restricted at entry, but a small 10L museum-style rucksack is typically permitted. It’s ideal for carrying essentials like water, a phone, and personal items.

To make the most of your visit, bring headphones for the museum’s audio guide app, which offers deeper insights into the collection and building history.

Barcelona Dioceses Museum Summary of Prices

Train/Bus Fare Entry Ticket Additional Information Train/Bus Fare Entry Ticket Additional Information Adult Zone 1 T-casual € 8.00 under 25, Over 65, 6.00 Euros Child € 1.25 FREE Under 12 Years Group/Family Ticket? 9+ People - See Website. Notes Combined Museum and Cathedral ticket 15 Euros

Getting to Barcelona Dioceses Museum

Address: Plaça de la Seu S/N, Barcelona, 08002

The Barcelona Diocesan Museum is centrally located in the Gothic Quarter, housed within the historic Casa de la Pia Almoina next to Barcelona Cathedral. It’s easily accessible from two major metro stations:

Plaza Catalunya – Green Line (L3)
Jaume I – Yellow Line (L4)

Both stations are a short walk away through the winding medieval streets of Barri Gòtic. For convenient travel across the city, use a T-Casual card or the Hola Barcelona Travel Card, which offers unlimited rides on metro, bus, and tram networks.