Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres
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Dali Museum in Figueres - by Peter F on Google
Description
The Dalí Theatre and Museum is located in the town of Figueres, in north-eastern Catalonia. It is built around the reconstructed theatre that Salvador Dalí used as a child and young artist. It houses the largest collection of his work in any single location, sculptures and mechanical devices as well as some work from other artists that were part of his personal collection. The crypt where he is buried is below the stage floor.
Access & Transport
Address: 5 Gala-Salvador Dalí Square in Figueres The town of Figueres is only 25km from the French border and it is on the train line and expressway linking Barcelona to Perpignan (FR) via Girona. More details on how to get there here: https://www.salvador-dali.org/en/museums/dali-theatre-museum-in-figueres/info-practica/com-arribar/ Accessibility info: https://www.salvador-dali.org/en/museums/dali-theatre-museum-in-figueres/info-practica/accessibilitat/
Instructions & Recommendations
Booking in advance is recommended. The town itself is worth a visit and there are other interesting activities within a short radius such as Empúries ruins, the Sant Pere de Rodes Monastery or the seaside town of Cadaqués.
Environmental & Social
No environmental or social data. The museum helps preserve the artistic and cultural heritage of the son of Figueres, bringing an influx of economic activity to the city as well.
Conclusion
The venue ranks high among the highlights of Catalonia for anybody keen on the arts and is a must for personal aficionados of Dali. It is a museum like no other for art like no other - full of surprising shapes and perspectives.
Key positive
The most extensive collection of Dali's art in a single location
Surprising building and exhibits
Key negative
Getting expensive
Suitability
Only part of the museum is accessible for visitors with reduced mobility due to the building's unusual architecture
About this Rating
TYPE
Onsite
RESEARCHED IN
May 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 40m
est. visit time:2h
Start of Season 1:Sep, 01
MONDAY -
TUESDAY10:30 - 17:15
WEDNESDAY10:30 - 17:15
THURSDAY10:30 - 17:15
FRIDAY10:30 - 17:15
SATURDAY10:30 - 17:15
SUNDAY10:30 - 17:15
Start of Season 2:Jul, 01
MONDAY09:00 - 19:15
TUESDAY09:00 - 19:15
WEDNESDAY09:00 - 19:15
THURSDAY09:00 - 19:15
FRIDAY09:00 - 19:15
SATURDAY09:00 - 19:15
SUNDAY09:00 - 19:15