Dalí Theatre-Museum

Great museum! Definitely purchase tickets in advance and get the earliest time possible. We had the first time of the day and were lucky to get to the main exhibits before anyone else. But within 40 minutes, the place was packed and much less enjoyable. Still spent a couple hours browsing and learning about the art and the artist.

Amazing art and you could feel the spirit of Dali as you walk through the halls. Only thing I wish they reduced the amount of people that are inside because it got hard to take time to admire the artwork. Also better signage on which way to go/start would have helped.

Amazing museum with a lot to observe. Reserve from 2h-3h to visit the place because is a good museum. I didn’t had the chance but I think it would be nice to do a guided visit to learn more about the elements that compose the sculptures and paintings, surrealism is very subjective and complex so it’s nice to have some guidance on its symbolism. Based on the parts I had the chance to catch from other tours happening, you can learn a lot from Dalí’s art common elements.

One of the key reasons to travel figuera was to visit the museum. Booked online tickets a day prior ( do it in the morning itself to ensure you secure your slot). Was 15 mins late to my slot at 11.15 and the ticket checking staff highlighted that to me but was kind to let me in . The museum is not very big like other iconic museum but is very different in all respects. Great and very different work they completely reflects the personality of the the great artist Dali. Halls are well numbered, maps are provided , I think total 22 halls . The centre courtyard is very impressive . The Cadillac and stature over it is really unbelievable installation. The paintings in the courtyard hall are so impressive. The section of Dali’s visits to other museum was interesting to see. Also the depiction of children stories was great . The art there is very unique and uses different materials. I loved the museum and their cute souvenir shop is great too . I am sure you will find something there for all budgets . Definitely recommended to visit

Nice place to visit a lot of interesting items. Organisation could be better and more friendly. For sure you get a attitude from the staff if you’re tourist ! The take a lot of time for the Spanish visitors to figure out if they have the right ticket some where … but rude if a tourist ask 1 min b4 his time slot if he already can enter. But still a place you have to visit. Make sure you book your tickets a couple of days b4 and look ad multiple webpages, there are big price differences. Be on time! The are very strict on the time slots!

The entire building itself is an impressive piece of art. Anyone who loves art could easily spend hours here, wandering through the space, observing, reflecting, and interpreting the many unique pieces on display. It’s a place that invites curiosity and inspires thought at every turn.

Actually more of a joyful mausoleum as it was put together by Dali in an old theatre and he is buried there, in his home town. It’s an overwhelming, odd, incredibly wonderful & marvellously creative destination. Never mind the pedestrian unimaginative detractors this is a celebration, a wonder, an experience & a generous sharing of his infectiously energetic joy in creating. Impossible to post more photos as taking them on the inside was banned. I’m so glad I went & so glad he had the opportunity to gift this beautiful place to the world & share his work. 🙏

A wonderful experience. The artwork is amazing, but the layout and viewing guide is what sets it off. It’s easy to get caught in tight places and even lost at times, but that’s part of the fun.

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.

Wonderful experience! He was a true genius. Didn't know he experimented with so many different styles. This is definitely a must see.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

An amazing experience even for the casual person who doesn't know much about surrealism or Dali beforehand (me). It was cool to see his progression of work from a younger artist to the works he was creating in his later life. The best part of this experience is knowing that 90% of the exhibition was designed by him, in terms of how you experienced the museum (as a theater!) Some of his most famous works are here, and it all blends together into being a pretty surreal experience, which was well worth a 1-hour high-speed train ride from Barcelona!

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).

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 :(

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.

While planning a trip to Spain with my family I stumbled on a tour that would take us on a stop in Girona and then on to Figueres to the Museum Dali. It was totally worth our several hour journey on a bus to get here. I have been a fan of Salvador Dali for so long, but this is Dali to the extreme! Our guide had a brief introduction when we arrived and then set us free to our own devices. Yes!! I love how this theater is, not just a way to showcase Dali's works (both famous and lesser known), a piece of art, but also his home, and final resting place all rolled in to one amazing showcase/experience. There are so many works here that I had never heard of or seen before. The Mae West room was an installation I was beyond excited to see and it was awesome... But be prepared to wait in a line to view it from the correct viewing angle. I also discovered Palace of the Wind Ceiling and Gala Nude Looking at the Sea. Two pieces I hadn't seen previously and found equally as moving. All in all it was a fabulous excursion on our vacation and I would highly recommend adding it to your Spain itinerary!!

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!

Dalí has been one of my favorite artists for some time. I don't imagine anyone is going to come clear to Figueres if they aren't similarly interested in his work. If you are a fan, you'll enjoy it. I've seen it said that most of Dalí's most well-known pieces aren't housed here, and this is true, but you can catch those on a traveling exhibit someday. While you're in Spain, why not check out some of his lesser-known work and get a deeper understanding of his talent as an artist.

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.

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.)

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.

A total must do when visiting anywhere nearby. We were primarily staying in Barcelona but made the trek out via train just for a day visit. The museum itself is massive so make sure to plan enough time. We took an early train ride out so that we could visit the museum earlier rather than later in the event there was a long line. There should be taxis waiting right outside the train for the 5 minute ride over. We were lucky and didn't wait long when we arrived. After that we were able to explore nearby shops and ate lunch before hopping on the train back. We also didn't realize until we were there that Dali himself is buried on-site. We're so happy we made time for the trek!

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.

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.

The venue is an injustice to the artist's work. There's so much packed in a relatively small museum that it's hard to appreciate Dali's true genius. Not to mention the crowds--a terrible experience. There were too many people in a space not designed for crowds. You are in each other's faces and personal spaces. Forget it if you don't have an advance ticket (buy it online). It's also best to be at the front door no later than opening time. BEST ADVICE: Be there very early to avoid the crowds, although you'll still likely run into them.

Thoroughly enjoyed this experience. To help you understand if you've not been; this museum was created and built by Dali . It's an experience of the senses, not just a museum of his art. It is called the "largest surrealistic object in the world." It is to be experienced! And this is his home town where he literally lived and died. But be ready for crowds. Still, it wasn't too bad getting around. Enjoy!!!

Great museum. Low security, They placed a bomb underground and no one noticed. Thank god we have good cops. The scary thing is I live extremely close to that museum.

Highly recommended museum if you're in the area. The visit will take at least 2-3 hours if you do it by yourself. Try to go in the morning before 10am to avoid the crowds. Make sure you book tickets well in advance to avoid disappointment. After you're done, have a look at the museum highlights book at the store to see if you've missed anything. We found an entire room that we didn't go into. The museum is structured like a circular maze with many crisscrossing paths so it's likely you'll miss something unless if you follow the recommended path. The downside is you'll be held back by the tour groups. There are two parts to the museum. There's another entrance for the Dali Jewel museum which is included in your entrance ticket. Your Dali ticket also includes free entry to museu emporda (fine arts museum) and 50% off the really fun toy museum (joguet)

A wonderful museum. Dali's spirit is on display everywhere from the room to the tiny revolving door at the entrance to his jewelry collection. I was well acquainted with his paintings and multimedia work. What I did not know was that he was an accomplished jeweler. His jewelry and gem pieces are astounding

If you're a fan of Dali, you will love this combination theater/museum dedicated to, for and by Salvador Dali. If you, like me, are only familiar with his more famous works, this is a real eye-opener. The artistic genius that was Dali is showcased, with a myriad of styles, media, etc. on full display, from the whimsical to the deeply religious, from surrealism to realism. A completely wonderful experience as unique as the man himself.

Worth the visit just to see the city of Figueres. It's like a mini Barcelona. The museum is definitely something worth visiting if only for mind expansion alone. The only thing that would make it better would be more masterpieces from his surrealist era and skip the other artists that take up a few floors of the museum. We need More Dali. The jewelry exhibit next door was quite a surprise. I never knew Dali did jewelry.

We were staying in a town in the south-west of France, near the border with Spain, so one of our day trips was to the Dalí Theatre-Museum, known as the largest surrealistic object in the world. The museum & theatre is located in the town of Figueres, Spain, which was the birthplace and home town of the famous artist Salvador Dali, more formally known as Salvador Domingo Felipe Jacinto Dalí i Domènech, 1st Marqués de Dalí de Pubol (1904-1989). The Dali Theatre-Museum building was originally the town's Municipal Theatre when Dali was a child. The theatre building was designed by architect Roca Bros and built in 1849 and 1850. It was bombed by the rebels at the end of the Spanish civil war (1936-1939) and was in a state of ruin until about 1960 when the current town mayor, Ramon Guardiola, proposed to rebuild it as a museum dedicated to Dali. At that time the basic structure was still intact, including the vestibule and the foyer (lobby) so they had something to work with. Dali was quoted as follows: "Where, if not in my own town, should the most extravagant and solid of my work endure, where if not here? The Municipal Theatre, or what remained of it, struck me as very appropriate, and for three reasons: first, because I am an eminently theatrical painter; second, because the theatre stands right opposite the church where I was baptized; and third, because it was precisely in the hall of the vestibule of the theatre where I gave my first exhibition of painting." Dali himself was instrumental in the design and construction of the museum. The basic structure was maintained, and Dali assisted the design of many of the architectural details as his largest single piece of artwork. The most distinctive feature of the museum building is a transparent grid dome crowning the building, an idea by Salvador Dalí which was formalized by the Murcian architect Emilio Pérez Piñero (1935-1972). This geodesic dome became the emblem of the Theatre-Museum and also a symbol for the town of Figueres itself. The museum opened on September 28, 1974, and was expanded over the next ten years. It houses the single largest and most diverse collection of works by Salvador Dalí, arising from the artist's own collection. The works include paintings, drawings, sculptures, engravings, holograms, 3-dimensional collages, photographs, mechanical objects, the Mae West Room (a living-room with furniture in the image of the face of Mae West), the Palace of the Wind (with its famous ceiling mural) and the Rainy Cadillac (a 1941 black car that belonged to Dali, with a nude woman sculpture on top). The comprehensive collection includes almost 100 Dali oil paintings created from 1917-1970, and includes the artist's early Impressionist and Cubist styles of his early period and of course much of the abstract work from his transition to Surrealism. At the end of the tour you can see a giant canvas of double images. The museum also has works by other artists admired by Dali, such as El Greco, Marià Fortuny, Modest Urgell, Ernest Meissonier, Marcel Duchamp, Wolf Vostell, Antoni Pitxot and Evarist Vallès, amongst others. There is also a Monument to the Spanish writer, Francesc Pujols. The Dalí Theatre-Museum is truly a unique experience that immerses you in a world of surrealism, arising from inner space, which includes the building itself and the artwork there. Quite the fun day, but crowded as you may expect. European school kids everywhere, who generally seemed more interested in socializing with their friends than taking in the experience -- just like American school kids (LOL). Go early - the crowds build by the minute. The other Dali museums are in Paris, France and St. Petersburg, Florida. There was a permanent exhibition called Dali Universe in London from about 2000 to 2010. There are Salvador Dali galleries in Pacific Palisades and San Juan Capistrano which I ought to go see.

Oh my Jesus, Buddha, Shiva, EVERYONE this place is AMAZING. Dali is a man of sheer genius. If you're in the neighborhood or in surrounding cities, i IMPLORE you to come and see the Dali Museum. It is so rare to find museums that are designed by the artist themselves (rather than some curator) we went practically when the doors opened and yes, there was already a line (albeit a short one) GO EARLY! the museum is interactive so bring some 1euro or 50cent euro coins with you to toss in the slot machines and see what comes out. Dali is an amazing genius. You're doing yourself a disservice by skipping here. You will thank me and LOVE dali afterwards. btw- Dali is more than just a weird sex-oriented artist. You'll definitely see more of his playful, funny, witty and charming side from this museum. GO!

I agree with Jean H. This place is AMAZING. I have been in love with Dali for who knows how long, and this museum was the best place to go and be surrounded by his genius. I was there 12 years ago (so hopefully not much has changed!) and I still pore over my pictures and treasures I purchased from the gift shop. Dali is a master of visual tricks and his artwork is displayed in such a way where you get to physically experience these tricks (the lip sofa! the Abraham Lincoln/Gala!). I seriously am in love with this place. It's €12.00 to get in (current prices right off the website), but I would gladly pay that, plus airfare and hotel and cab and food, to get back.

The few hour train trip outside of Barcelona will get you to Dali's museum in Figueres. Sweet baby jesus, this place is amazing. As a massive Dali fan I was in surrealist heaven. The man was a genius. A mad, amazing, fantastic genius! The museum itself is the largest surrealist object in the world - definitely something to write home about. Everything in the museum was conceived and designed by Dali. It really gives visitors an understanding of Dali and his craft. WELL worth the day trip - and that may be the understatment of the year.

A friend, who knows I am passionate about art, told me about the museum when he knew I was returning to Barcelona to show the area to my 15 year old daughter. I made a point of planning the day trip, unsure if my daughter would be on board with the plan. For myself, I feel privileged to have been exposed and allowed to spend a day taking all of this in. Dali was such a prolific, talented man. There are truly few in life who are intuitive enough to realise what their gift and calling is in life. Dali did and was generous enough to share it in his vision. The time of year we went had no issues with lines out the door or crowd control. The building itself is a work of art, the annex is the red building with the eggs on top. There is just so much in this museum to begin to attempt to try to describe. It is jam packed with genius. Don't forget to hit he Jewel Museum on your way out, this Dali after all and what les within is of course unexpected and incredible. My teenaged daughter, who is not even a little bit interested in art recalls the Dali Theatre Museum as her favourite part of her trip. There is something for everyone here, as someone else mentioned in their review - he wasn't some weird sex perv, he was a genius. Also, did you know he authored a novel?? It's interesting :)

I am a long time Dali admirer and have visited the museum close to me in Florida but loved the experience of this venue. Even beyond the art, the displays are incredible. The buildings themselves are so unique and it's impossible to take in all the details. And although I have studied Dali I still didn't remember how diverse his work is. And I had never seen the Jewels which are so intriguing. We did not have any wait and actually missed the crowds which were starting thru in the afternoon. This is so worth the trip and the time spent.

I visited the Dali museum not because I wanted to, but because my boyfriend did. However, I found the museum informative and interesting. The museum is based around a central courtyard and spirals upwards through a trail of dispersed bodies and cloudy vistas. I really enjoyed learning more about his work and I am now a fan. The painted ceiling with godlike giant feet is brilliant fun, and you can have great fun lying on the florr trying to take a picture. There is a great giftshop with less run-of-the-mill items than most. We travelled here by hire car which was very easy, and parked in the very narrow multi-storey car park behind the museum. We had delicious pancakes at a pancake house behind the museum and then headed off to see the castle which Dali bought for his muse Gala. I would recommend getting a hire car and seeing these two sights in one day as they really complimented each other. The castle is a surreal place with giant elephants in the garden and a collection of Gala's dresses. There is also a crypt in the basement where both Gala and Dali are buried!

If there is any art museum for the easily bored, this is it. The exhibits are so whimsical and imaginative, so its certainly not your average portrait gallery. Much of the art is like an eye game, so when you look at it in a certain way (through a mirror, squinting, reflecting on a metal bottle, you name it) it gives you a different perception. This is definitely a more active way to enjoy art, and Dali is such a famous artist in Spain, it would be a shame to miss it. Guided tours offer entertaining stories and useful insight, but stay close because they have thick accents.

I didn't know much about Dalí before we made the trek (it's a 2 hour train ride from Barcelona) to the museum, but what I learned is that he must have been quite a piece of work, and constructed this 'theater museum' to showcase what he considered to be the best show on earth, Dalí. We really enjoyed it, but be warned, there's a two hour wait to get into the museum, much of it in the direct sunlight. Wear sunblock! If you're not a Dalí fan, I don't know if I would consider it a must.

Definitely well worth the day trip. Only an hour and half drive, at most, away from Barcelona and such a great experience to be in his former home, see his grave, and enjoy his art and jewelry. Plus it's really cheap entrance tickets! I will say that his little museum in MontMartre, Paris, France is far superior though just because it has more of his well known works like his famous clocks and Alice in Wonderland series. Still, can't be missed.

We actually rented a car to drive to Figueres from Barcelona, just to get a taste of Dali. It was definitely worth it. There was a huge line that weaved around 2 buildings and through the courtyard to gain entry into the museum. The museum was more like an adult playground, with a few floors...Besides Dali's work, there was also Antoni Pitxot's art on display, as well as a top floor, "Aliyah", in homage to the Holocaust. We also headed to Cadaques in Costa Brava, which is about 30 minutes from Figueres. Dali spent time in Cadaques as a child, and also had a vacation home there later in his life.

You can reach this museum via AVE high-speed train in under an hour from Barcelona. I suggest if you're even staying in Barcelona for only a few days to make a quick trip out to this museum. This was the highlight of my trip to Spain to be honest. I recommend getting there as early as possible to beat the crowds. You can also purchase your tickets online ahead of time and skip the wait to enter the museum. Be sure to check on opening hours because they change with the summer and winter months. If you truly love Dali and plan to see his wife's house in Pubol and his final residence in Port Lligat, you can purchase all three tickets at a discounted rate online. What else can I say about this place that everybody else has explained so exquisitely? Dali is truly one of the most intriguing and creative people I have ever had the pleasure of coming across. Be sure to check out his jewelry museum which is next door. I believe it's a separate ticket to enter however if you get it online it is cheaper.

Whilst its a few years since visiting the Dali museum - we found it a wonderful original museum - if you didn;t understand Dali before you may have a littel insight into his mind by the time you have finished. The children found some of it a bit Yucky buit then they were not that old and some of his art is a bit gruesome. You need to take your time wandering around and could easily spend the best part of a day in here - although not if you have children in tow !!!

Worth travelling to - Whether its by Coach, Car or Train. I was staying in he Vendee, and took my own car. Very Easy to find, and extremely well worth the find... Incredibly well layed out museum, and very informative. Favourite area had to be 'downstairs' with the Gold Workmanship. Do It - Go there..

Funny, quirky architecture in addition to the works displayed inside. That's Dali, the mad genius! I must say that the throngs of museum-goers diminished the experience somewhat. The galleries were so crowded, I missed some exhibits or couldn't appreciate them fully.

This is a must-see in Spain for fans and non-fans alike. The art is surreal and the museum/house is awesome.