Museum of Illusions · BCN
Visitor reaching out to a giant painted dragon at Museum of Illusions Barcelona
Open today · 11–21h

Where Barcelona
becomes a painting

30+ painted illusions you can step into. Take photos no other museum lets you take. 5 minutes from Plaça Catalunya.

Get tickets — from €14,50 →
Cubist-style colored corridor illusion bending perspective
A moment of magic

Streets that bend.
Reality, rewritten.

Paintings that pull you in. Every step changes what you see. Bring your camera — physics doesn't apply here.

Shrek in a pink princess outfit playing tennis at Museum of Illusions Barcelona
Made for everyone
Kids under 5 free · family-friendly

From Shrek to Hulk.
Meet your heroes.

Pop culture, painted bigger than life. Strike a pose with Shrek, Hulk, Minions, Messi and the Ninja Turtles — they're all waiting inside.

Perspective illusion of Casa Milà and Sagrada Familia inside the museum
Only in Barcelona

Step into Casa Milà.
Take the photo nobody else has.

Gaudí, Sagrada Familia and the Gothic Quarter — reimagined as walk-in murals. The most Instagrammable take on Barcelona's icons.

Painted great white shark leaping at a life ring inside the museum
Survive the thrill

Dragons. Sharks.
Stories you become.

From the deep ocean to Smaug's hoard — adventures your photos won't forgive you for missing.

Open today · 11–21h

Plan your visit

All tickets are timed-entry. Book online to skip the queue and save €2.

General admission€14,50
Children under 5Free

Two ways to book

Buy tickets — secure checkout →

Secure checkout powered by Stripe — instant mobile ticket

Or book via BigFun Museum →

Official booking partner

Travelling as a group of 10+? Email us for group rates — we hold weekday slots for schools, camps and corporate visits.
Free cancellation Mobile ticket 5 min from Plaça Catalunya

Questions, answered

How long does the visit take?

Most guests spend 60–90 minutes inside. There's no time limit on your ticket — stay as long as you want during opening hours.

Is it suitable for children?

Absolutely. Children under 5 enter free. The exhibits are family-friendly with no scary, violent or graphic content — expect Shrek, Hulk, Minions, dragons and the Ninja Turtles painted across full-room murals. Older kids and teens love it the most.

Can I take photos?

That's the whole point. Every wall is built to be photographed. Bring your phone, your camera and your friends — selfie sticks are welcome. Tag #MuseumOfIllusionsBCN and we may repost.

How do I get there from Plaça de Catalunya?

From Plaça de Catalunya, walk down La Rambla and take the 2nd right onto Carrer del Pintor Fortuny. We're at number 17, on your left. About 5 minutes on foot. Closest metro: L1 / L3 Catalunya (300 m) or L3 Liceu (250 m).

Can I buy tickets at the door?

Yes — but online booking guarantees entry on busy days, especially July, August and the Christmas / Easter holidays. Online tickets also save the queue at peak hours.

Is the museum wheelchair accessible?

The museum is mostly accessible on one level. If you have specific access requirements, please email us before visiting so we can prepare your visit.

Do you offer group rates for schools or tour operators?

Yes. Schools, summer camps, corporate teams and tour operators can book reserved weekday slots with group discounts. Email us for rates and availability.

Do you accept Bizum, Apple Pay or Google Pay?

Yes — all major card networks plus Bizum, Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted at our secure Stripe checkout. You can also book through our partner BigFun Museum. Walk-in payments at the entrance accept card and Bizum.