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Picasso Museum Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
About this experience
Explore Picasso’s artistic evolution through some of the key works in the Museu Picasso Barcelona: First Communion (1896) – a remarkable work painted when Picasso was just 15. Science and Charity (1897) – one of his most important paintings from his early years. Works related to Els Quatre Gats – revealing his connection with Barcelona’s artistic and intellectual circles. Las Meninas (1957) – Picasso’s fascinating reinterpretation of Velázquez’s masterpiece. Discover how Barcelona shaped Picasso’s early life and artistic development. He arrived in the city in 1895 and spent formative years studying, painting and becoming part of its vibrant artistic scene. Explore the works. Discover the story. Understand Picasso.
What to expect
Stop 1 · 1h 30min
Skip the lines and delve into the history and work of Picasso with an expert guide. Explore the formative years of Pablo Picasso and discover the genius of the young artist admiring the 4,251 pieces that make up the permanent collection. Meet the guide at the museum entrance and, after a short explanation, admire the collection and temporary exhibit, providing a thorough chronology of Picasso's development as an artist. Admire work from his early days in Barcelona through his major later periods, visiting masterworks like "Science and Charity", "Royan", and "Las Meninas", a reinterpretation of the Velazquez painting of the same name. The discussion will finish with a focus on Picasso's contemporaries and his lasting influence on the art world. At the end of the tour, the guide will leave you to continue your exploration at your own pace and will be happy to offer recommendations on other sites of interest.
What’s included
- Maximum 20 guests per guide
- Picasso Museum Skip the Line Ticket
- professional Guide
- Headsets
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tour & ticket options
Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.
Tour en Español
Este tour guiado es en Español: Adéntrate en el universo de Picasso con acceso sin colas al Museo Picasso de Barcelona.
English Tour
Regular tour in English
Tour in German
German language: Tauchen Sie mit bevorzugtem Einlass in die faszinierende Welt Picassos im Picasso-Museum Barcelona ein.
Visite guidée en Français
French speaking guide: Visitez le musée avec un guide officiel francophone. Billets inclus et accès prioritaire, sans attente.
Picasso Museum Private Tour
Private tour to Picasso Museum: Visit the Picasso Museum with a private guided tour. You can select to do it in English, French or Spanish language.
Tour guidato in Italiano
Questo tour è in lingua italia: Entra nell'universo di Picasso con l'accesso salta-fila al Museo Picasso di Barcellona.
Meeting & pickup
- ⚠ IMPORTANT INFORMATION – MEETING POINT The meeting point for this tour is NOT the Picasso Museum. Please make your way to Palau Dalmases, located on the same street, just 90 metres from the museum entrance, in front of the MOCO Museum.
End point
- The guide will be holding an ICONO flag to help you spot them quickly. Headphones and radios must be returned to the guide in proper condition at the end of the tour.
The guide will be on time at the meeting point: Palau Dalmases, in Montcada Street, number 20. https://goo.gl/maps/DQBSigrdCTHGYw9x8 It’s important to be there 10 minutes minimum before the tour begins. The tour starts on time. The guide holds the tickets and cannot re-enter the museum once the group leaves the meeting point. Please arrive promptly.
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.