Spain - Barcelona
Fundació Antoni Tàpies
By @hanneolsen
Inside a beautiful modernist building by Lluís Domènech i Montaner you find a museum devoted to Antoni Tàpies and to modern and contemporary art. The house once held the Montaner i Simón publishing company and reopened as the foundation in 1990 after Tàpies created it in 1984. Before you even step inside, remember to look up. The instantly recognizable sculpture, Cloud and Chair, sits playfully yet powerfully on the roof, marking the skyline and welcoming visitors. Inside there are changing exhibitions, a strong core of Tàpies works and a library that supports research.
Address: Carrer d'Aragó, 255, L'Eixample, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
Why go
Architecture and art together. A clear place to understand Tàpies across periods, with room for other artists and public activities.
Known for
The rooftop Cloud and Chair and one of the best collections and archives of Tàpies’ work.
Vibe
Calm galleries inside with space to slow down and think.
Tips
Look up at Cloud and Chair before you enter, then take time with the materials Tàpies loved to use. Check the calendar for temporary shows, talks and film sessions. The library is open for consultation, so plan a quiet stop there if you like to read around the art.
About @hanneolsen
I am a travel journalist specializing in Spain. I often work and live in Spain, which I consider my second home. As a cultural traveler, my curiosity drives me to continually seek out and convey the many stories that help define Spain, its people, and their culture. In addition to running Spain by Hanne, I also contribute travel articles and photos to Politiken and other Danish media. Received the Danish Media Award at the Spain Talks Awards 2025, organized by Turespaña, for a travel feature on Benidorm focusing on sustainable tourism.
