This is quite simply one of the best history museums I have ever seen. The displays on the upper floors are good, but the real star is the lower floors. Once you descend down there, you will be treated to in place remains of Roman and later structures, including a laundry and a winery. You get to walk right among... more

It's the extensive bottom floor of this very reasonably priced museum that is the star -- walk above fascinating ruins from ages ago, all representing different aspects of city life in ancient Barcelona, from public baths to ancient laundromats to upper class living rooms. Make sure you take along the audio guide -- it will greatly enrich your experience and... more

We had some trouble finding this museum at first, but it was well worth the search. In hindsight, it was only about 200 yards from the metro (Jaume 1) to the museum, but we headed in the wrong direction! The museum is not that large, but is very interesting. Make sure you get the audioguide (in English). It is included... more

I found this museum so great that I ended up going twice because I had some friends who had not seen it yet and wanted to check it out. A history museum? You're thinking "Booo-rriinngg!", right? Make no mistake, this place should not be missed if you are going to be in Barcelona. The audio tour that comes w/ the... more