{"id":558011,"date":"2025-01-06T17:11:27","date_gmt":"2025-01-06T16:11:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.locabarcelona.com\/?page_id=558011"},"modified":"2025-03-19T12:38:27","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T11:38:27","slug":"wax-museum","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.locabarcelona.com\/en\/living-in-barcelona\/history-architecture\/wax-museum\/","title":{"rendered":"Wax Museum"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Everything you need to know for your visit to the Wax Museum<\/h1>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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History of the Barcelona Wax Museum<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The origins of the Barcelona Wax Museum date back to 1873, when the building was constructed to house the bank “El Comercio”, which safeguarded the jewellery, money, and valuables of Barcelona\u2019s bourgeoisie.<\/p>

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Years later, the building was acquired by Caixa Vilumara, but it closed in 1914 when the Banco de Barcelona bought its shares and took over the premises. In 1922, ownership changed hands again to another bank until 1969. Its long history as a banking headquarters is the reason the street is called Pasaje de la Banca.<\/p>

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In 1973, architect and scenographer Enrique Alarc\u00f3n was captivated by the building’s mysterious and charming aura, which reminded him of an old crime film. Inspired, he decided to create a wax museum and designed each room to tell a story, mimicking a film set.<\/p>

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The museum remained open for nearly 50 years until it underwent a complete renovation in 2020 to modernise its spaces. New lighting, sound, and technology systems were installed to offer visitors a more immersive experience.<\/p>

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The goal of this reopening was to stay relevant and appealing to all audiences by frequently adding new characters, such as wax figures of Billie Eilish, Greta Thunberg, and Alexia Putellas. Each figure, costing approximately \u20ac25,000, requires meticulous craftsmanship. The museum also has an adjacent workshop where repairs are carried out, with fingers being the most fragile and frequently damaged parts.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Architecture of the Barcelona Wax Museum<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The museum building is a prime example of 19th-century neoclassicism. Despite numerous renovations and expansions, this style has been preserved, particularly on the fa\u00e7ade, which features an impressive rounded arch portal alongside other doorways and windows.<\/p>

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Originally, the building had only one storey, but in 1892 a second floor was added, along with decorative elements such as the coat of arms of Catalonia, sculptures, and a balustrade on the rooftop.<\/p>

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The main entrance leads to a 19th-century staircase adorned with a red carpet, designed to make visitors feel as glamorous as the wax figures themselves. Inside, the museum\u2019s rooms are divided into distinct settings, incorporating details from the original building, such as the Gothic-style hall inspired by the Sal\u00f3 del Tinell in the Palau Reial Major, or the vault from its banking days.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Museum rooms\n<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The Barcelona Wax Museum features over 120 wax figures spread across 28 themed rooms covering topics like music, sports, cooking, and history.<\/p>

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Upon ascending the main staircase, visitors enter a room dedicated to Catalonia, showcasing videos and images of the region\u2019s most iconic traditions, such as the Patum de Berga and the Castellers, along with figures of key historical figures from Catalonia.<\/p>

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Other rooms feature iconic personalities from literature, science, music, and painting, allowing visitors to take photos with figures like Cervantes, Shakespeare, Marie Curie, and Frida Kahlo.<\/p>

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The Sala Magna brings together famous names from the entertainment world, both past and present, including Rosal\u00eda, Taylor Swift, Elton John, and The Beatles.<\/p>

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One of the museum\u2019s highlights is the vault, which remains exactly as it was when the building was a bank. This space has been adapted to depict a heist scene. Previously, it featured a recreation inspired by Bonnie & Clyde, but it was recently updated to reflect a robbery from the popular series “Money Heist” (La Casa de Papel).<\/p>

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Another popular attraction in recent years is the room dedicated to Game of Thrones, featuring a replica of one of the saga\u2019s famous dragons.<\/p>

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In addition to the iconic figures, the museum also includes a horror passage, where visitors can come face-to-face with some of cinema\u2019s most infamous serial killers.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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In the small square where the Wax Museum is located, there are other popular stops for both tourists and locals that complement a visit to the museum.<\/p>

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The most famous is El Bosc de les Fades, a caf\u00e9 designed to resemble an enchanted forest, complete with fairies, goblins, and fountains. It\u2019s an ideal spot to enjoy a coffee, cocktail, or snack after your museum visit.<\/p>

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If the museum souvenirs aren\u2019t enough, you can visit El Passatge del Temps, an avant-garde shop celebrating the art of origami as a metaphor for the passage of time. Here, you\u2019ll find unique and creative gifts.<\/p>

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Nearby, you\u2019ll also find the former workshop where the wax figures were originally made. Today, it serves as a venue for private workshops and corporate events.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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How to get there<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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It is located at Pasaje de la Banca, number 7.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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By metro: Stop at Drassanes (L3) or Pl. Catalunya (L1 and L3) and walk for about 15 minutes.<\/p>

By bus: Take lines 59, D20, H14, V13, or V17.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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The museum is open from 10:00 to 20:30, Monday to Sunday.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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There are various ticket options<\/a><\/span>: General admission is \u20ac21 for visitors aged 16 and over. Family packs, including two adults and two children under 16, are available for \u20ac59.90. The museum also offers themed visits, featuring paranormal elements or interactive experiences on topics like mentalism.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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