The Museu d’Arqueologia de Catalunya features a permanent exhibition of archaeological relics which illustrate the evolution of Catalonia and its surrounding area from prehistoric times to the early Middle Ages. It does so through its collections of items from some of the main archaeological sites in Catalonia and the rest of the Iberian Peninsula and other Mediterranean towns.

In addition to the permanent collection, the Museum d'arqueologia de Catalunya also stages temporary exhibitions, as well as educational workshops and activities for young people.