Dalí Theatre-Museum Figueres - Tickets  & Visitor Guide

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What is the Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres?

• The Dalí Theatre-Museum is one of the country's most famous attractions.
• The building itself is considered to be the largest surrealist artwork in the world.
• Designed by Salvador Dalí himself, it houses over 1,500 works including paintings, sculptures and other Dalí pieces.

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Quick Information

• Museum Address: Dalí Theatre-Museum, Pujada del Castell, 28, 17600, Figueres
• Opening Hours: From 10:30 (summer hours may differ - check during booking process)
• Suggested Visit Duration: 2 - 3 hours
• Family Friendly: Yes

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Is the Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres Worth Visiting?

• The museum is definitely worth visiting, yes.
• It is family friendly, so a great place to visit as a family.

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What You Can See At the Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres

• The iconic glass dome courtyard
• The surreal Rainy Taxi installation
• Optical illusions and hidden perspectives
• Dalí’s personal artworks
• Jewelry designed by Dalí
• The building itself is covered in eggs and surreal elements making it part of the experience

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‍Book Dalí Theatre-Museum Tickets

• From €23.00
• ‍‍Instant confirmation
• Mobile tickets accepted
• Access to Dalí Jewels collection
• Free cancellation (selected tickets)

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How to get to the Dalí Theatre-Museum from Barcelona

The museum is in Figueres which is around 140km from Barcelona.

• Via Train: ~55 minutes (fastest option)
• Via Car: ~1 hour 30 minutes
• Guided tours available
• A trip to the museum is one of the most popular day trips from Barcelona.

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‍About The Dalí Theatre-Museum

The museum opened in 1974 and offers a fascinating journey into the mind of the eccentric genius that was Salvador Dalí, who was one of the most celebrated surrealist artists of the 20th century.

He not only designed the museum building himself, but he also lived there for a period.

The museum is constructed on the remains of the former Municipal Theatre of Figueres, which is where he had his first exhibition as a young artist.

The museum's architecture is a blend of Renaissance and Baroque styles and creates a surreal atmosphere that mirrors his imaginative world.

Dalí is buried in a crypt below it.

Upon arrive, you are greeted by the surreal facade which is covered with oversized eggs and golden statues and this sets the tone for the experience that awaits inside, and provides a glimpse into his whimsical and dreamlike world.

Museum Highlights

• ‍The Mae West Room: Dalí used his mastery and expertise in optical illusions to create a three-dimensional living portrait of the famous actress. However it can only be seen when viewed from a certain angle in the room.
• ‍The Collection: The museum houses a collection of his paintings, sculptures, and other installations. Pieces including "The Persistence of Memory," which features the famous melting clocks, and "Galatea of the Spheres," which shows Dalí's fascination with mathematical precision and the cosmic are on show. The collection shows how he evolved as an artist, from his early impressionist works to his later surreal masterpieces.
• ‍Dalinian Symbols: Throughout the museum visitors can see recurring 'Dalinian' symbols dotted around including ants, crutches, and distorted figures. The symbols are woven into his works, adding layers of meaning and complexity. Once noticed, exploring the museum becomes a journey of deciphering the symbols and unravelling the enigma of Dalí's creative mind, if that is even possible.

Famous Pieces of Work

• The Persistence of Memory (1931): A surreal masterpiece that features the famous melting clocks draped over distorted landscapes. The painting was created in 1931, and captures the fluidity of time and the subjective nature of reality.
• The Elephants (1948): He explores the theme of weightlessness and elongation. The gracefully elongated legs of the elephants create a sense of instability and challenge our perceptions of space and gravity.
• The Sacrament of the Last Supper (1955): Dalí's exploration of religious themes is evident in his piece. Departing from traditional depictions, he infused the piece with his unique surrealistic style.

Salvador Dalí was born May 1904 in Figueres and was named 'Salvador Domingo Felipe Jacinto i Domènech'. He lost his mother when he was just 16, which deeply impacted him.

He went to the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando in Madrid and was influenced by Impressionism and Cubism and began to develop his own style by blending realistic and dreamlike elements.

‍Gala Dalí

‍A pivotal figure in Dalí's life was Elena Ivanovna Diakonova, known as 'Gala'. She was his muse, his collaborator, and eventually his wife. Gala played a crucial role in influencing his work and inspired him.

Two years after Gala died in 1982, he was injured in a housefire and confined to a wheelchair. He moved back to Figueres and lived at the 'Teatro-Museo' for the remainder of his life until his death in 1989 aged 84.

Useful Information About Dalí Theatre-Museum, Figueres.

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‍How to get to Dalí Theatre-Museum, Figueres

• Dalí Theatre-Museum, Pujada del Castell, 28, 17600, Figueres

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Dalí Theatre-Museum (Figueres) Opening Hours:

October - December

• Monday: Closed
• Tuesday: 10:30 - 17:15
• Wednesday: 10:30 - 17:15
• Wednesday: 10:30 - 17:15
• Thursday: 10:30 - 17:15
• Friday: 10:30 - 17:15
• Saturday: 10:30 - 17:15
• Sunday: 10:30 -17:15

January - June

• Daily: 10:30 - 19:15

July - August

• Daily: 09:00 - 19:15

September

• Daily: 09:30 - 17:15