Guitar Legends Hall
16 Calle de la Portaferrissa, Ciutat Vella, Barcelona, Catalonia, 08002
A one-of-a-kind museum in the heart of Barcelona, Guitar Legends Hall provides a uniquely immersive and interactive way to delve into the history of rock ‘n’ roll. Visitors are free to play with jukeboxes, listen to old records, and put their own musical ambitions to the test—and even admire a collection of guitars once played by musical legends like Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton.
The basics
One of Barcelona’s hottest attractions—and unique among European museums for its focus on rock stars’ instruments—Guitar Legends Hall is conveniently located in the heart of the popular Gothic Quarter (Barri Gòtic). The museum takes around 1 hour to fully appreciate; after purchasing tickets, grab your audio guide (included with museum entry) and get ready for a true musical immersion.
You’re free to explore the range of interactive installations and exhibition areas at your own pace. Don’t miss Guitar Legends Hall’s crowning glory: a collection of famous guitars once owned by musicians ranging from BB King and Eddie Van Halen to Slash and Jimi Hendrix. To extend the experience, you can also book tickets to one of the many concerts and performances that are hosted on-site.
Things to know before you go
- Guitar Legends Hall is accessible to wheelchair users.
- Tickets can be purchased in advance online; visitors between 11-18 receive discounted entry, and kids 10 and under visit for free.
- Large bags, suitcases, and other bulky items are not permitted in the museum, and must be checked into the lockers upon arrival.
How to get there
Guitar Legends Hall is located on Calle de la Portaferrissa in Ciutat Vella. It is just a few minutes on foot from Plaça de Catalunya station, one of Barcelona’s major transit hubs that’s served by L1, L3, L6, L7, S1, and S2 of the Metro and commuter trains, and by the R1, R3, R4, R7 trains. Liceu station, served by L3 of the Metro, is also nearby, and numerous buses frequent the area.
When to get there
Guitar Legends Hall is open daily, from late morning until evening; last entry is 1 hour before closing time. The museum is likely to be at its busiest during the summer high season and on weekends. It also hosts a range of concerts and performances, so it’s worth consulting its calendar prior to your visit.
The Museum of Contemporary Art of Barcelona
After you’ve enjoyed a musical immersion, continue your cultural explorations at the Museum of Contemporary Art of Barcelona (Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona), or MACBA. Located nearby in an instantly recognizable, architecturally avant-garde building, the museum focuses on groundbreaking artworks created from the 1950s through to the present day.
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