# Fundació Joan Miró — Barcelona, Spain

> Joan Miró conceived the foundation as a centre for the study of contemporary art. The architect and friend Josep Lluís Sert designed the building, which opened in 1975 — a textbook of Mediterranean modernism with white volumes and cylindrical light wells.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed Mondays)
- Admission: €14 standard admission
- Address: Parc de Montjuïc, s/n, 08038 Barcelona, Spain
- Time needed: 1.5–2 hours
- Official website: https://www.fmirobcn.org/en/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Tapestry of the Fundació — Joan Miró · 1979
- Mercury Fountain — Alexander Calder · 1937
- Woman and Bird in the Night — Joan Miró · 1971
- Painting on White Background for the Cell of a Recluse — Joan Miró · 1968

## FAQ
**How do I reach Montjuïc?**
The Funicular and the Telefèric de Montjuïc are the most scenic options from the city.

**Is the rooftop part of the visit?**
Yes, the sculpture rooftop is included with admission.

**How long should I spend at Fundació Joan Miró?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Fundació Joan Miró best known for?**
Joan Miró conceived the foundation as a centre for the study of contemporary art. The architect and friend Josep Lluís Sert designed the building, which opened in 1975 — a textbook of Mediterranean modernism with white volumes and cylindrical light wells. Key highlights include Miró paintings from 1917 to 1983, Rooftop sculpture gallery with monumental bronzes, Calder's Mercury Fountain.

**How do I get tickets for Fundació Joan Miró?**
€14 standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://www.fmirobcn.org/en/

**Is the rooftop sculpture gallery included in admission?**
Yes — the sculpture terrace on the building's roof is one of the highlights of the visit, with monumental Miró bronzes and panoramic views of Barcelona, the port, and the Mediterranean. It is accessible by elevator.

**How much time should I allow for Montjuïc?**
The Fundació needs 1.5–2 hours. Add 2 hours for MNAC, 1 hour for the Olympic stadium, and 1 hour for the Magic Fountain evening show (summer). A full Montjuïc day requires 5–6 hours.

**What is the relationship between Miró and Barcelona?**
Miró was born in Barcelona in 1893 and maintained a studio in the city throughout his life, though he also worked in Mallorca and Paris. The Fundació was his gift to his native city — he donated the building and thousands of works to create a permanent home for his art and a centre for contemporary creativity.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/fundacio-joan-miro/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.