Day tour: Dalí Museum Figueres from Barcelona

Dali Museum trip from Barcelona

Tour Overview

  • Location: Figueres, Girona
  • Duration: 10 hours
  • Tour Type: Full Day, Small Group (Max. 8 people). Contact us for a bigger car (Mercedes Benz Sprinter upt to 16 people)
  • Pick-up/Drop-off: Hotel or Apartment in Barcelona
  • Cancellation: Free cancellation
  • Price: 85€ per person
  • Car type: check out our fleet of cars and choose what fits you best

Discover Dalí Museum in Figueres from Barcelona

Visit Figueres, the birthplace of Salvador Dalí with a private chauffeur that will pick-you up in Barcelona. The Dalí Theatre-Museum, and the Dalí musum is showcasing the largest surrealist collection in the world. Along with many of unknown yet amazing paintings of the artist, the Dalí museum has many other hidden yet incredible artifacts made by Dalí himself: jewlery, kithchen utensils, literature, and furniture.

Salvador Dalí Museum In Figueres Facade

Key Highlights

  • Group transfer with a chauffeur: we will bring you from Barcelona to Figueres with one of our private cars.
  • Dalí Museum: Visit the surrealist masterpiece in Figueres, the Dalí Theatre-Museum. We can provide tickets for the Dalí museum if needed.
  • Small Group Experience: Personalized attention from an expert guide.
  • Hotel Pickup/Drop-off: Free transportation from your accommodation. We will drop you back at Barcelona once the whole tour is done.

Tour Details

Languages: Available in English, Spanish, Catalan, Russian, Chinese, Arab, French and German (upon request)
Included:

  • Professional guide
  • Private transportation
  • Walking tours in Figueres
  • Guided tour and entrance to the Dalí Theatre-Museum

Not Included:

  • Personal expenses such as lunch or souvenirs
  • Gratuities (optional)

Points of Interest

Figueres and the Dalí Theatre-Museum

Discover the surreal world of Salvador Dalí in his hometown of Figueres. Visit the Dalí Theatre-Museum, the largest surrealist art museum, and explore the town where the artist spent his formative years.

Full Tour Description

Your journey begins with a pickup from your accommodation in Barcelona. Travel in comfort with your small group as your guide takes you through the history of Figueres. Choose the car of your liking from our fleet. One of our chauffeurs will pick-you up. Continue to Figueres, the birthplace of Salvador Dalí. Walk through the town and visit the Dalí Theatre-Museum, a structure designed by the artist himself, showcasing his unique surrealist works.

Lesser-known facts about the Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres:

  1. Built on Childhood Theatre: It’s located on the ruins of Dalí’s childhood theater, linking his early life with his legacy.
  2. Designed by Dalí: Dalí personally designed the museum to be a surreal experience, reflecting his artistic vision.
  3. World’s Largest Surrealist Object: The entire museum is considered the largest surrealist object in the world.
  4. Dalí’s Tomb Inside: Dalí is buried inside the museum, beneath the central room’s floor.
  5. Unique Artworks: It features one-of-a-kind installations, like the “Mae West Room.”
  6. Optical Illusions: Hidden illusions and surprises are scattered throughout, adding layers to his works.
  7. Geodesic Dome Symbolism: The glass dome represents life and the cosmos, a key symbol for Dalí.
  8. Artistic Narrative: The museum tells Dalí’s artistic evolution, from early works to late pieces.
  9. Interactive Art: Dalí experimented with holograms and interactive exhibits, including a 3D Alice Cooper.
  10. Rainy Taxi Sculpture: A Cadillac installation in the courtyard “rains” inside when activated.
  11. Other Artists’ Works: The museum also displays pieces by artists Dalí admired, like El Greco.
  12. Living Museum: It continues to evolve, with new works added after Dalí’s death.

Hot to get from Barcelona to Figueres?

If you want to go to Figueres by yourself instead of our guided tours and private chauffeur, here are some options you can take:

  • Train (Renfe AVE): High-speed train, ~55 mins, 140 km distance, costs €15-€25 one way. Stop at Vilafant AVE station
  • Bus (Sagalés): ~2 hours, 140 km distance, costs €17 one way.
  • Car (Drive): Via AP-7 highway, ~1 hour 40 mins, 140 km distance, tolls cost €15
  • Chauffeur: Direct ride, ~1 hour 40 mins, 140 km, costs €160-€190 depending on traffic.

Hot to get from Girona to Figueres?

If you are in Girona and want to visit Figueres without our tour and driver service, chack the following options:

  • Train (Renfe Rodalies): ~40 mins, 40 km distance, costs €5-€10 one way. Girona train station
  • Bus (Teisa or Fisersa): ~45 mins to 1 hour, 40 km distance, costs €5-€8 one way.
  • Car (Drive): Via AP-7 highway, ~30 mins, 40 km distance, tolls cost ~€3.
  • Private vehicle with driver: Direct ride, ~35 mins, 40 km, costs €80 depending on traffic.

Similar day tours departing from Barcelona that we offer:

  1. Costa Brava tour and Girona tour from Barcelona
  • Duration: 10 hours
  • Price: €95 per person
  • Car: Mercedes Benz V, E or Sprinter
  • Highlights: Coastal views and Girona’s historic landmarks.
  1. Montserrat Day tour with Driver
  • Duration: 6 or 8 hours
  • Price: €480 (up to 7 people)
  • Montserrat Mountain with potential Wine tastings and vineyard visit

Reviews

  • Kim V: “3 great sights in one day! Appreciated the hotel pick-up and transfer to Figueres in a van. The kids loved it.”
  • Claire B: “Wonderful day at the Dalí Museum! The guide was professional and knowledgeable.”

This tour offers a unique way to go to Figueres, visit the Dalí Museum all within a day, with reliable, fast and comfortable vehicles with a private driver and an optional guide for the museum. The best way to experience a Figueres Dalí Museum day tour from Barcelona.