Museu de l'Art Prohibit

Museu de l'Art Prohibit: Controversial, Censored, and Forbidden Artworks

The Museu de l'Art Prohibit (in English: Museum of Forbidden Art), located in the modernista Casa Garriga Nogués, is home to the world's first collection of censored and forbidden art. Set in an early 20th-century modernist space, just a minute from Passeig de Gràcia, the museum showcases over 150 works by renowned artists such as Picasso, Warhol, Goya, Ai Wei Wei, Banksy, Gustav Klimt, and Miquel Barceló.

This museum not only offers a unique artistic experience but also invites visitors to reflect on and debate freedom of expression and the limits of art.

Why Visit the Museu de l'Art Prohibit?

Explore photographs, sculptures, paintings, and more art that sparks conversation:

• Free Cancellation: Modify or cancel your booking at no cost up to 24 hours before your visit.
• Special Prices:
• General Admission: 12€
• Reduced Admission (seniors 65+ and students): 9€
• Children under 13: Free.
• Central Location: Just off Passeig de Gràcia, close to Casa Batlló and La Pedrera.
• Free Interactive Digital Guide: Available in English, Spanish, and Catalan on your mobile device (don't forget your headphones!).
• Accessibility: Fully adapted for people with reduced mobility and wheelchair users.

What Will You Find at the Museu de l'Art Prohibit?

The museum features paintings, sculptures, photographs, and audiovisual works that have been censored, attacked, or deemed controversial throughout history. These pieces offer a unique perspective on freedom of expression, social conflicts, and cultural values across different eras and regions.

Highlights include:

• Works by Picasso and Goya that challenged established norms.
• Contemporary pieces by Ai Wei Wei and Banksy, known for their artistic activism.
• Controversial photographs by Robert Mapplethorpe and other censored creators worldwide.

This journey allows you to discover fascinating stories about each artwork, its context, and the reactions it provoked.

Guided tour option

For those who want a deeper understanding of the exhibited works, the museum offers guided tours with detailed and enriching explanations of the collections. This is an ideal experience for connecting with the art and understanding its social and cultural implications.

Buy Your Tickets for the Museu de l'Art Prohibit

Discover a unique space dedicated to censored and controversial art. Reflect, observe, and enjoy works that have defied norms and sparked debate throughout history. Buy your tickets online with free cancellation and guarantee an unforgettable experience.

Online prices

• General Admission: 12€
• Reduced Admission: 9€
• Children under 13: Free