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This is the weirdest museum I've ever been to. What a peculiar and brilliant artist he was. You absolutely have to see this museum, it's an amazing collection, very well laid out, the architecture of the museum itself is Dali. It's truly fascinating and would be a five star experience if it weren't so popular. It is so crowded it's uncomfortable and it's hard to read and see everything. Make sure you don't miss the 3D lips (hard to explain), the illustrated Alice in Wonderland, and what am I saying, you really don't want to miss any inch of this bizarre and surreal collection. I don't think I will ever use the word, surreal, carelessly henceforth. There's a coffee shop right at the corner that's a good place to sit and relax after what is a lot to take in at the museum.
The only reason I didn't give the Dail Museum 5 stars is that even with "reservations only" entry times, the place was just too crowded (as in wall to wall). It's difficult to be in a position when you're trying to decide which direction in the museum you want to go (even if it's against the numbering system) or figure out a way just to get out and breathe. As such, our couple hours here, probably didn't do this Dali shrine justice. Past that, the Dali Museum is a hoot! If like me, you grew up with Dali's "Passage of Time", that's just the beginning of a most creative and crazy mind. And to paraphrase an old saying. If you're here it's hard to explain, if you're not, you'll never understand. This multi-level building itself is a monument to Dali's hard work in designing this museum in his image and being there day after day to make it happen hands on. He's still here as his crypt is housed in the lower level of museum. Gayle and I have also previously visited the Dali House in nearby Port Lligat, which is also a much less crowded must.
This museum is mind blowing! It has an expansive collection of Dali's works and it is really fun to explore. There are drawings, paintings, sculptures, and many pieces that I really can't even describe and must be seen. Strangely there wasn't an audio tour option available like in most of the other museums in town. There is a large center courtyard and several offshoot rooms on each of the floors. When we went on a Friday afternoon it was very crowded with both large tour groups, school groups, and individuals. In order to enter you had to get your temperature taken and wear a mask while inside. Everyone seemed to adhere to the rules but it was still too crowded for my liking. There's a large public garage just outside the museum which is convenient. The town of Figueroa itself is rather run down with not a lot to offer other than the museum. The museum is definitely worth the visit!
Incredible! A must see if you're in the area or within train distance. The gencat train will take you there in about 38 mns from Girona, so be sure to make at least a day trip to Figueres. Kind of impossible to describe, so let the pics do part of the talking. Loved everything about it and be sure to pay your respects to the artist.
Wow. I didn't know much about Dalí prior to arriving at the museum but I'm glad we had a Private tour guide on vacation who walk us thru all his beautiful work. Dalí was definitely an interesting individual & it shows in all of his work. I would definitely recommend you have a tour guide which was extremely help with the 3 floors of endless art. I really appreciate all the little detail she gave us. The only thing that would or made the experience better would be more central air. It was a little hot in the 1st room.
A fantastic museum exploding with Salvatore Dalí's exquisite, mind-bending surrealism. Prepare to be blown away by the creativity and artistry of the space, sculptures, paintings, mobiles, photographs, jewelry...the list goes on. From the kooky egg-shaped "turrets" on the castle wall of the old theatre, to the faux amphitheater courtyard filled with golden "Oscars" and the soaring lobby entry with the mural of pixelated Abraham Lincoln, you embark on a chronological journey through the evolution of Dali's life and artwork. Ne'er a dull moment. Walking from room to room each is a spectacle of wackiness and innumerable moments of "how did he come up with that?" Definitely go to this museum. Logistically speaking-- We came in mid-October during off-peak and it was crowded. Really really crowded. I can't even imagine what it's like in the summer. Pre-ordering timed-entry tickets is essential. Go on their website at least a month in advance to ensure optimal timing. We bought tickets online about a week prior and only 12:30 and 1pm or later time slots available. You can reach Figueres by train about 1.5 hours from Barcelona each way, then take a cab (or on a nice day take a 20 minute walk to the central area in town. Tho WARNING: you have to walk by a field with cows close to the train station....so if you're in the heat of the summer and methane isn't your favorite gas then don't tell me I didn't warn you.... :) Also it is a small town so make sure to depart early to take head back to the train station. It's difficult to catch a cab since so many tourists are doing the same thing towards mid-late afternoon.
One's life on this earth is clearly incomplete without a visit here. I've been to many, many amazing places in the world - The Pentagon, Graceland, The Eiffel Tower, even Graumann's Chinese Theater, to name a few, but this place? Come on. It is worth all the effort and more you may put forth to make the journey. Dali was super nuts, but also super talented. I knew just the basics about him before our visit. And I had no idea this was his burial site. In the event I have the opportunity to visit here again, I will do so without question. It's 100% wow just wow.
Wow...that is basically what I am left with to say about this museum of Salvador Dali. I did not really know much about the artist to tell you truth outside of a few works of art, but after seeing some photos online of this museum, there was no way I was going to pass it up! It was quite a trek from Barcelona, but easy if you plan on using a tour company to avoid driving or any public transportation (I used Julia's Travel in Barcelona). Tickets are not too expensive, but I would get them ahead of time if possible as it was an absolute zoo when we arrived. There were multiple school groups, tons of other tourists and locals too! I was quite glad I had gotten them via the tour company and had my slotted time frame. Once you get inside, do not rush through it, as I will admit I tend to have that idea when visiting museums. A lot of the art really takes a few minutes to even get what is going on, let alone admiring the art and understanding it. I believe I spent close to two hours perusing through the main museum and the separate jewels museum which was part of our combo ticket. On a quick recap, make sure to allot yourself enough time inside, take photos, and do not be afraid to rub shoulders with others as it can get quite crowded!
Wow... just wow When I go on trips I try to have perspective changing experiences. This is one of them! Salvador Dali was a showman, rebel, attention hog, story teller, and an incredibly loving husband. This museum consolidates all of these themes into an EPIC journey into the life, mind, and art of Salvador Dali- one of the greatest surrealist artist of all time. To me- the best art is the art that engages the audience and leaves them to contemplate about anything- whether introspective or extrospective. His exhibits must be experienced in person to fully realize this high level of emotional stimulation. Dali is timeless and a genius. My trip in Spain was absolutely made complete by this epic journey into the king of surrealism. Love it or hate it 1000% love it. Fully exceeded my expectations and then broke that ceiling! I found myself making this experience one of the most artistic memories of my life. You won't regret it! (I took a 2 and half hour train ride, I I totally didn't!) Writers note* NONE of the pictures posted here will EVER do the experience justice- no words can really express inspiration/emotions of looking at a real Dali piece...let alone an entire museum! I'm still overwhelmed thinking about it and looking thru the pics to post!
When I left I was a little pissed off that it wasn't worth the time/money to get here, but I've since reconsidered. In hindsight this was a really nice way to spend a few hours - but make sure you take the faster train if you are coming from Barcelona as it cuts your commute in half! This museum is what you'd expect from a Dali museum - insane. The museum is something out of Willy Wonka's acid trip . Walking up to it you'll notice the massive eggs on the roof - and that's just the beginning of the weird - the place kinda looks like a toy castle. Near the entrance there is a nice plaza with some sculptures adorning the top of the entrance. Probably the most normal part of the museum. I won't ruin everything for you but there's an awesome piece right when you walk in with a boat and a car (it's like 4 stories tall), there's an awesome Abraham Lincoln piece (Lincoln in Dalivision) that changed with your perspective, the one you'll see in the photos on Yelp of a room with a nose....getting to the vantage point to see it, it s a little scary as the platform feels SUPER unstable and a ton of other things to see. The small town it's located in is eerie on the day we arrived. It was gloomy out...and there was no one around. We stopped for a water at a grocery store on the way in and a coffee at a shop on the way out, but that's all we got to explore. Be prepared to at least dedicate 4-5 hours to this if you are making a trip from Barcelona. Possibly longer if you really want to see the whole museum. Glad we did it though!
A great day trip if you are visiting Barcelona and want to see the museum. Just need to take the train that has the final stop to Portbou and get off at the Figueres Station. It takes about 1 1/2 hours to get there on the fast train. It only took about a 15 minute walk from the train station to get there and it was very interesting seeing the town square and people watching before getting to the museum. The line wasn't long and the price was reasonable. You can also get a Senior discount (65+) if you show your driver's license. You can pay in Euros or by credit card. The entrance fee also included the ticket to see the Dali Jewelry Exhibit--very fascinating!! The museum is very well laid out and make sure you put a Euro in any of the exhibits that have a coin machine attached and you will be very surprised and awed by Dali's humor. Make sure you take your time and enjoy all the exhibits. It took us about 3 hours to see all the exhibits and left very impressed! Dali is also buried at this museum and the outside plaza and the building are also very interesting to look at. I didn't take any pictures inside but used my mental camera--very distracting when everyone doesn't take the time to really look at the exhibits and choose only to take a selfie--Yuck!! There is also a gift shop with all sorts of souvenirs at a reasonable price.
26 days ago
I love dali's art. He is very special and talented, and I sat there for hours trying to figure out the art. There were bathrooms, a gift shop, and cool rooms to keep me entertained. The town around the museum is really cool too. I love the coin machines! Be sure to bring one euro if you want to use them! read more
9 months ago
If you are a Dali fan then you should come here! This museum is amazing! The museum was even designed and curated by Dali himself! The collection at this museum is amazing and shows all aspects of his art. Come early as the museum does get busy. The museum corridors are tight in some areas. You can buy tickets in advance online for specific times. I suggest picking the first time of the day to beat the crowd. There is a small gift shop next to museum as well to visit. There is street parking and paid parking lots in the area read more
This is the weirdest museum I've ever been to. What a peculiar and brilliant artist he was. You absolutely have to see this museum, it's an amazing collection, very well laid out, the architecture of the museum itself is Dali. It's truly fascinating and would be a five star experience if it weren't so popular. It is so crowded it's uncomfortable and it's hard to read and see everything. Make sure you don't miss the 3D lips (hard to explain), the illustrated Alice in Wonderland, and what am I saying, you really don't want to miss any inch of this bizarre and surreal collection. I don't think I will ever use the word, surreal, carelessly henceforth. There's a coffee shop right at the corner that's a good place to sit and relax after what is a lot to take in at the museum. read more
The only reason I didn't give the Dail Museum 5 stars is that even with "reservations only" entry times, the place was just too crowded (as in wall to wall). It's difficult to be in a position when you're trying to decide which direction in the museum you want to go (even if it's against the numbering system) or figure out a way just to get out and breathe. As such, our couple hours here, probably didn't do this Dali shrine justice. Past that, the Dali Museum is a hoot! If like me, you grew up with Dali's "Passage of Time", that's just the beginning of a most creative and crazy mind. And to paraphrase an old saying. If you're here it's hard to explain, if you're not, you'll never understand. This multi-level building itself is a monument to Dali's hard work in designing this museum in his image and being there day after day to make it happen hands on. He's still here as his crypt is housed in the lower level of museum. Gayle and I have also previously visited the Dali House in nearby Port Lligat, which is also a much less crowded must. read more
This museum is mind blowing! It has an expansive collection of Dali's works and it is really fun to explore. There are drawings, paintings, sculptures, and many pieces that I really can't even describe and must be seen. Strangely there wasn't an audio tour option available like in most of the other museums in town. There is a large center courtyard and several offshoot rooms on each of the floors. When we went on a Friday afternoon it was very crowded with both large tour groups, school groups, and individuals. In order to enter you had to get your temperature taken and wear a mask while inside. Everyone seemed to adhere to the rules but it was still too crowded for my liking. There's a large public garage just outside the museum which is convenient. The town of Figueroa itself is rather run down with not a lot to offer other than the museum. The museum is definitely worth the visit! read more
Incredible! A must see if you're in the area or within train distance. The gencat train will take you there in about 38 mns from Girona, so be sure to make at least a day trip to Figueres. Kind of impossible to describe, so let the pics do part of the talking. Loved everything about it and be sure to pay your respects to the artist. read more
Wow. I didn't know much about Dalí prior to arriving at the museum but I'm glad we had a Private tour guide on vacation who walk us thru all his beautiful work. Dalí was definitely an interesting individual & it shows in all of his work. I would definitely recommend you have a tour guide which was extremely help with the 3 floors of endless art. I really appreciate all the little detail she gave us. The only thing that would or made the experience better would be more central air. It was a little hot in the 1st room. read more
3 years ago
Wonderful experience! He was a true genius. Didn't know he experimented with so many different styles. This is definitely a must see. read more
A fantastic museum exploding with Salvatore Dalí's exquisite, mind-bending surrealism. Prepare to be blown away by the creativity and artistry of the space, sculptures, paintings, mobiles, photographs, jewelry...the list goes on. From the kooky egg-shaped "turrets" on the castle wall of the old theatre, to the faux amphitheater courtyard filled with golden "Oscars" and the soaring lobby entry with the mural of pixelated Abraham Lincoln, you embark on a chronological journey through the evolution of Dali's life and artwork. Ne'er a dull moment. Walking from room to room each is a spectacle of wackiness and innumerable moments of "how did he come up with that?" Definitely go to this museum. Logistically speaking-- We came in mid-October during off-peak and it was crowded. Really really crowded. I can't even imagine what it's like in the summer. Pre-ordering timed-entry tickets is essential. Go on their website at least a month in advance to ensure optimal timing. We bought tickets online about a week prior and only 12:30 and 1pm or later time slots available. You can reach Figueres by train about 1.5 hours from Barcelona each way, then take a cab (or on a nice day take a 20 minute walk to the central area in town. Tho WARNING: you have to walk by a field with cows close to the train station....so if you're in the heat of the summer and methane isn't your favorite gas then don't tell me I didn't warn you.... :) Also it is a small town so make sure to depart early to take head back to the train station. It's difficult to catch a cab since so many tourists are doing the same thing towards mid-late afternoon. read more
4 years ago
One's life on this earth is clearly incomplete without a visit here. I've been to many, many amazing places in the world - The Pentagon, Graceland, The Eiffel Tower, even Graumann's Chinese Theater, to name a few, but this place? Come on. It is worth all the effort and more you may put forth to make the journey. Dali was super nuts, but also super talented. I knew just the basics about him before our visit. And I had no idea this was his burial site. In the event I have the opportunity to visit here again, I will do so without question. It's 100% wow just wow. read more
Wow...that is basically what I am left with to say about this museum of Salvador Dali. I did not really know much about the artist to tell you truth outside of a few works of art, but after seeing some photos online of this museum, there was no way I was going to pass it up! It was quite a trek from Barcelona, but easy if you plan on using a tour company to avoid driving or any public transportation (I used Julia's Travel in Barcelona). Tickets are not too expensive, but I would get them ahead of time if possible as it was an absolute zoo when we arrived. There were multiple school groups, tons of other tourists and locals too! I was quite glad I had gotten them via the tour company and had my slotted time frame. Once you get inside, do not rush through it, as I will admit I tend to have that idea when visiting museums. A lot of the art really takes a few minutes to even get what is going on, let alone admiring the art and understanding it. I believe I spent close to two hours perusing through the main museum and the separate jewels museum which was part of our combo ticket. On a quick recap, make sure to allot yourself enough time inside, take photos, and do not be afraid to rub shoulders with others as it can get quite crowded! read more
Wow... just wow When I go on trips I try to have perspective changing experiences. This is one of them! Salvador Dali was a showman, rebel, attention hog, story teller, and an incredibly loving husband. This museum consolidates all of these themes into an EPIC journey into the life, mind, and art of Salvador Dali- one of the greatest surrealist artist of all time. To me- the best art is the art that engages the audience and leaves them to contemplate about anything- whether introspective or extrospective. His exhibits must be experienced in person to fully realize this high level of emotional stimulation. Dali is timeless and a genius. My trip in Spain was absolutely made complete by this epic journey into the king of surrealism. Love it or hate it 1000% love it. Fully exceeded my expectations and then broke that ceiling! I found myself making this experience one of the most artistic memories of my life. You won't regret it! (I took a 2 and half hour train ride, I I totally didn't!) Writers note* NONE of the pictures posted here will EVER do the experience justice- no words can really express inspiration/emotions of looking at a real Dali piece...let alone an entire museum! I'm still overwhelmed thinking about it and looking thru the pics to post! read more
When I left I was a little pissed off that it wasn't worth the time/money to get here, but I've since reconsidered. In hindsight this was a really nice way to spend a few hours - but make sure you take the faster train if you are coming from Barcelona as it cuts your commute in half! This museum is what you'd expect from a Dali museum - insane. The museum is something out of Willy Wonka's acid trip . Walking up to it you'll notice the massive eggs on the roof - and that's just the beginning of the weird - the place kinda looks like a toy castle. Near the entrance there is a nice plaza with some sculptures adorning the top of the entrance. Probably the most normal part of the museum. I won't ruin everything for you but there's an awesome piece right when you walk in with a boat and a car (it's like 4 stories tall), there's an awesome Abraham Lincoln piece (Lincoln in Dalivision) that changed with your perspective, the one you'll see in the photos on Yelp of a room with a nose....getting to the vantage point to see it, it s a little scary as the platform feels SUPER unstable and a ton of other things to see. The small town it's located in is eerie on the day we arrived. It was gloomy out...and there was no one around. We stopped for a water at a grocery store on the way in and a coffee at a shop on the way out, but that's all we got to explore. Be prepared to at least dedicate 4-5 hours to this if you are making a trip from Barcelona. Possibly longer if you really want to see the whole museum. Glad we did it though! read more
A great day trip if you are visiting Barcelona and want to see the museum. Just need to take the train that has the final stop to Portbou and get off at the Figueres Station. It takes about 1 1/2 hours to get there on the fast train. It only took about a 15 minute walk from the train station to get there and it was very interesting seeing the town square and people watching before getting to the museum. The line wasn't long and the price was reasonable. You can also get a Senior discount (65+) if you show your driver's license. You can pay in Euros or by credit card. The entrance fee also included the ticket to see the Dali Jewelry Exhibit--very fascinating!! The museum is very well laid out and make sure you put a Euro in any of the exhibits that have a coin machine attached and you will be very surprised and awed by Dali's humor. Make sure you take your time and enjoy all the exhibits. It took us about 3 hours to see all the exhibits and left very impressed! Dali is also buried at this museum and the outside plaza and the building are also very interesting to look at. I didn't take any pictures inside but used my mental camera--very distracting when everyone doesn't take the time to really look at the exhibits and choose only to take a selfie--Yuck!! There is also a gift shop with all sorts of souvenirs at a reasonable price. read more
8 years ago
An otherworldly experience and an absolute must as far as museums go. Really this is more than a museum. You get that sense from afar when you see the massive ivory colored eggs perched atop the entire top of the structure. Think of it as a peek into the mind of Dali. It's like when people say your life flashes before your eyes. Well, this museum is like Dali's psychedelic life condensed into a few hours of an acid trip of sensory stimulation. Full disclosure, I'm a fan of surrealism and just how imaginative the mind can get. It's weird, sometimes nasty, but at all times it is transformative. If you have the time to take a day trip out of Barcelona to go to Figureres, Dali's hometown, you'll be treated to a museum unlike any other. It's a complete dedication to the legend. We didn't have the luxury of having a guided tour but honestly if you just go in with an open mind you'll be able to just let your imagination run wild as to what could possibly go through Dali's head to create the outlandish works of art scattered around the premises. But this is more than just sitting or standing and passively appreciating the creations at a distance. Instead, you get full immersion into his creative works. For example, the Mae West room is a total sensory experience. Not to totally ruin the surprise and wonder but this piece is totally meta. Art within art within art. Walk around some more and you'll see the floor to ceiling murals have hidden images and meanings within. Other rooms have sculptures that span the length of the rooms. There's even a courtyard with a classic cadillac smack dab in the center. You can spend hours here and still not capture it all. I haven't been to the Dali Museum in Florida but I have to say this one really is second to none. Ticketing was easy for us as when we showed up, museum tour guides directed us to the concierge where they are supremely helpful in explaining the different ticket packages. 14 euros for us but this also includes admission to the Dali Jewels exhibit which is right beside the exit of the museum. Fun fact: Dali is buried here. His crypt is in this museum and you can look at it too. Yelp 100 Challenge 2018 112/100! 700th review! read more
I am a fan of Salvador Dali, and looked forward to visiting his museum in Figueres. I believe it is worth the trip, but was disappointed by a couple things and therefore only give it a 3. The visit is an easy day trip from Barcelona, and the overall town of Figueres is quaint and worth a day trip. There are numerous exhibits which do an excellent job demonstrating Dali's imaginative, surreai style and whimsical ideas. The challenge is that the museum is not designed well for crowds (yet they let in so many folks it is very crowded) and the layout is a bit disorganized with little explanation of pieces. They should consider better crowd control and limiting the number of visits during certain hours. There are numerous narrow corridors and small rooms and it would make for a much more pleasurable experience. read more
If you have time, you should absolutely go to the Museum Dalí! Figueres is a touristy, but nice place. The Museum has a lot of interesting art work (much shocking). I find this to be a great museum for students. They love the outrageous works. read more
I am fortunate enough to live close to the Dali museum in Saint Petersburg, FL, a museum that I love and have spent much time in. Despite the fact that these museums both showcase the same artists I think they are very different and should be in their own categories. They are both stunning not only because of the art but also the architecture. If you ever find yourself in Spain make sure you do not miss out on the opportunity to check out this museum. They have an extensive collection of Dali's works, including some I had never seen before. This museum is huge! There is so much to see, installations, architectural masterpieces and so much more. The staff is very helpful in helping you find your way since it is so big. It is easy to get lost here but who wouldn't want to get lost in the splendor of Dali's works? I arrived early in the day and found a pretty long line. The little town (Figueres) is quite charming, with little shops where you can find a quick bite or even some knick- knacks. The line was a short wait. The cover to the museum was about 14 Euros and you could add on a second ward I believe which show cased jewelry either designed or inspired by Dali and his works. I decided to check out both since it's not every day I am in Spain. Good thing I did! The main building housed all the art upon exit there was another entry way to the second wing which was very dark but I believe it was to truly be able to showcase the magnificence of these jewels! Rubies! Emeralds! Diamonds! Just stunning! I have a feeling this museum is always packed with tourist, maybe showing up earlier would help? There is a parking garage not too far from the museum with low pricing. read more
My husband and I visited the Dali Museum for a couple hours last week. It was quite an experience! We enjoyed the fascinating artwork and display sculptures throughout the museum. His paintings were unique and "out of the norm"! It's important to hear a bit about the life of Dali before coming to his museum, so it'll give you a better perspective re: his art pieces. I read Rick Steve's book on France, and there was a blurb about Dali in there... We didn't use an audio guide, but used the couple paragraphs written about this museum (from Rick Steve's book) to guide ourselves around the main artwork. Very very cool and worth a stop if you're traveling from Southern France down to Barcelona! read more
7 years ago
On our roadtrip we made a stop for the Dali museum. Kinda confused at first, that there were actually 2 museums, one for the jewellery and the actual museum we finally go to the right one. Admission was kinda expensive for my taste, 15€, but I am not a regular when it comes to museums I gotta say :) I am somewhat familiar with Dali, so I was hoping for a few pictures which I know, guess what? Exactly none of my "favourites" were there, pretty sad :( After all it was a nice museum, but I expected more of the famous pictures :) And it was totally overcroweded, lots of school classes they kinda blocked everything and lots of other tourists as well, eventhough it's March and not exactly holiday season. Well next time I would probably go to Cadaques to Dalis house or visit another Dali thing somewhere in London, Berlin or somewhere else :) Still Dali had lots of other smaller paintings/sketches, was good afterall, but my expectations were way higher :( read more
11 years ago
Whether you like Dali or not, this museum is worth seeing and will get reactions from you. There is no suggested itinerary for the visit as intended by its creator, so you just wander and discover at your leisure the impressive collection of paintings and sculptures. The Theater Museum is not very big, but there is a lot to see. There are very few comments displayed about the art, I wish there were more, but I guess this is also done on purpose. Even though we had tickets for 9:30 in the morning, there were already big lines for some of the exhibits, but I noticed when we left that it was getting even worse, so I would recommend to go early. I would also suggest to buy tickets online to make sure you can get in the museum on the day and time of your choice. Still, they ask visitors to arrive 30 minutes early to pick up the tickets, and believe it or not, even when buying online you'll have to wait half an hour to get the ticket. I just don't get that system, and find it quite annoying, but there is no way around it (and it seems to be common practice in Spain.) The ticket also allows you to see Dali's jewels collection, which is quite amazing and located in a building next door (you have to exit the main one and show your second ticket to enter.) read more
Hands down the most batshit and amazing museum I've ever visited. Dali was a real character, and you see it within every detail of the museum. There are floors of insanity, and we even stumbled across his tomb on the bottom floor! Despite the crowd, I don't think they realized his crypt was hidden in a back room. If you find the dark room full of jewels, KEEP WALKING BACK and you will see his marker. Truly amazing to be able to pay respects to the man himself. So many people stepped into the room, glanced at the jewelry, and turned right back around. Mistake. You should be warned the museum is a bit cramped and the crowds tend to get thick, even during off-hours. Buy tickets in advance if you're visiting on the weekend, and GO EARLY. We took a day trip from Barcelona, and it was SO worth the trek. Figueres is also a charming town to walk around, and there are many delicious restaurants touting amazing seafood and tapas. read more
The only cool thing about visiting this museum was that there was a dude there who totally looks like a Spanish version of THE Dude. Which in and of itself is an accomplishment. And arguably some sort of advanced type of performance art. The Dali museum itself however, left much to be desired in my opinion. I was left with two (not necessarily mutually exclusive) thoughts about it. #1, that the Dali museum is a bunch of crap that Dali was never able to sell and therefore had lying around the house. So a museum was put together because they could. And #2, that Dali was a one hit wonder (the melting clocks...which are in nyc) that he milked for the rest of his life, churning out air balls and bricks marketed with Barnum Bailey like showmanship to cover up his shortcomings. Never quite able to come up with much of anything else worthwhile. To be honest, the museum wouldn't be that bad if it wasn't such a destination. We, and obviously many of the visitors here, only came to this town because of the museum. To fulfill that expectation, the museum has to be very much in the 'worth it' column. But as the Spanish dude no doubt explained to the survey lady, the Dali museum is something that only Knox Harrington (Maude Lebowski's friend) would appreciate. 'Art' (gaudy self indulgent nonsense). read more
It is Dali all the way. Surreal, innovative, and a lovely setting to boot. Wish we would have gotten e tickets online rather than standing in line for tickets. The giant group tours that clog the place up tend to show up in the morning, and there was no ticket line by two. Tight parking lots are available one block away. Even the exterior is worth a gander. If you find yourself near Figueres, definitely stop in. read more
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Visiting this museum is like entering in a surrealistic dream of Dali! It has an unique collection of works of Dali with sculptures and paintings. The building architecture is inspired in Dali and sequence of visiting should follow the Dali's idyossincracy, meaning follow your on lead. Unfortunately., you won't find the most well known paintings of Dali (They are in NY MoMA and London). Yet it is worth the visit. read more
9 years ago
This museum is so worth a day trip from Barcelona. I've always been a fan of Salvatore Dali but now I'm obsessed with his art. Cannot believe this mans creativity and breadth of work. I also love that he designed the space for his art to be enjoyed. We had tickets for 12:30 pm and I'm glad we did because by the time we finished about three hours later, the museum was jam packed with people on big group tours. Go early or late. I think they're even open in the evening. read more
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