MUHBA El Call and its collection

MUHBA El Call lets you discover how Barcelona's Jewish community lived in medieval times. The museum is located in the former house of the veil weaver Joseph Bonhiac and covers the role played by the Jews in Barcelona’s history and the splendour of their cultural legacy.

ESEl Call - Museu d'Història de Barcelona

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MUHBA El Call
Placeta de Manuel Ribé, 3
08002 Barcelona

Visitor information MUHBA El Call

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
11:00 – 14:00
Wednesday
11:00 – 14:00
Thursday
11:00 – 14:00
Friday
11:00 – 14:00
Saturday
11:00 – 19:00
Sunday
11:00 – 19:00

Admission

Regular price €2.20 (temporary exhibition)

Facilities

We don't have information about the facilities of MUHBA El Call.

Location & Map

Placeta de Manuel Ribé, 3, Barcelona

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Exhibitions

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MUHBA El Call Reviews

MUHBA El Call has 1 rating.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    MUHBA El Call is a small museum located in the heart of Barcelona's historic Jewish Quarter. It offers visitors an insight into the medieval Jewish community that once thrived in this area. The museum is housed in a restored building and features exhibits that showcase artifacts, documents, and multimedia presentations related to Jewish life in medieval Barcelona.

    Visitors appreciate the museum's informative displays and the opportunity to learn about an often overlooked aspect of Barcelona's history. The audio guide, available in multiple languages, is frequently mentioned as helpful in understanding the exhibits and the context of the Jewish community's presence in the city.

    However, some visitors find the museum to be quite small, with limited exhibits. This can lead to a relatively short visit, which some feel does not justify the entrance fee. Additionally, a few reviewers mention that the information provided could be more extensive or in-depth.

    The location of the museum in the narrow, atmospheric streets of the Gothic Quarter is generally praised, as it allows visitors to explore the surrounding area and get a feel for the medieval layout of the city.

    Overall, MUHBA El Call provides a focused look at a specific aspect of Barcelona's history. While it may not be a major attraction for all tourists, it is generally considered worthwhile for those interested in Jewish history or looking to explore beyond the city's more famous sites.

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