Explore original pre-cinema devices and optical inventions that led to modern filmmaking.
Discover the Tomas Mallol Collection with thousands of cinema-related objects and exhibits.
Learn how the Lumiere brothers and early pioneers transformed the history of moving images.
About this activity
Discover the Museu del Cinema and explore the story of moving images from shadow theatre to early filmmaking. You can see original optical devices, cameras and treasures from the Tomas Mallol Collection. Interactive displays reveal how cinema developed before and after the invention of film. Enjoy a family-friendly journey through the history of visual entertainment.
What's included
Included
Admission
Audio Guide
Tour Guide
Location
Good to know
Child policy:
Children under 14 years old are free of charge, but still require a ticket. These can be collected at the ticketing desk upon arrival, subject to availability. Free child tickets can also be reserved in advance on the official website.
Children under 14 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Good to know:
The museum is accessible for wheelchair users and has lifts serving all public floors.
Photography without flash is permitted in the permanent exhibition, but tripods and selfie sticks are not allowed.
Last admission is 45 minutes before closing time.
Check the official website for the daily opening hours and closure dates before your visit.
