An easy and fun way to instill culture in the little ones is to go to an exhibition or museum with them. Up until now, their preferences were going out on the street, going to the beach, or the pool. But winter encourages much more indoor activities. And one of the proposals that they might enjoy the most for family or friends is visiting an exhibition on a familiar topic of interest, or about cultures and historical events that you would like to know a little more about.
Currently, going to an exhibition has become more than just taking a simple tour seeing works of art or historical events. They are immersive experiences, where the goal is for the visitor to integrate, become part of them, and have a multisensory experience while learning, having fun, and sharing unique moments with family and friends.
To let you know which exhibitions are the most outstanding and most visited these days in Madrid and Barcelona, here are eight proposals from Entradas.com where you can directly purchase tickets. Easy, fast, and with all the necessary information so you can enjoy your favorite exhibition whenever you want. Harry Potter, Titanic, Squid Game... Do all of this sound familiar to you? Keep reading...
8 exhibitions you can see in Madrid and Barcelona
Harry Potter™: The Exhibition - Madrid
Harry Potter Exhibition in Madrid
If you're looking for a great plan to do with kids, this is definitely one of the most exciting and successful options. For two months, you can visit the traveling Harry Potter exhibition, where you will not only see props used in the movies up close, but also unique set elements, interactive displays, and engage in hands-on activities.
Of course, all family members or the whole group of friends (it's a great plan to do with schoolmates, don't you think?) will be able to take photos with the magic wand and cloak in movie settings and feel as if you were at Hogwarts. Among other things, you can sit in Hagrid's giant chair, settle into the cupboard under the stairs, and practice your Quidditch™ skills.
Basic information
Exhibition: Harry Potter™: The Exhibition
Duration: 10/04/2024 – 01/06/2025
Location: Espacio Ibercaja Delicias, Madrid
Age: under 16 accompanied
Max Ernst: Surrealism, Art, and Cinema - Madrid
The painter, sculptor, draftsman, graphic artist, and poet Max Ernst was a very important figure in the Dada movement and Surrealism. If you enjoy the work of this German-French artist or admire these artistic currents, you can now see the exhibition dedicated to his work at the Círculo de Bellas Artes in Madrid. It is a unique journey through the life and career of Max Ernst, always linked to his connections with cinema and short films.
And it's that this artist's work has inspired surrealist cinema, from his existence to the present day. In fact, he himself was an actor, a member of film juries, and a film award designer. His life has been a recurring theme in numerous films and documentaries, making it clear that during his lifetime there was always a constant and mutual exchange between his artistic practice and cinema.
Basic information
Exhibition: Max Ernst: Surrealism, Art and Cinema
Duration: 05/12/2024 – 04/05/2025
Location: Círculo de Bellas Artes, Madrid
Age: all audiences
The Squid Game: The Experience - Madrid
The Squid Game: The Experience
The famous Netflix series comes to life in this exhibition that you can see in Madrid, where you can actively participate in games like “Red Light, Green Light” and other challenges designed exclusively for this experience. For 60 minutes, participants of all ages can join in, but it is recommended that children under 10 years old always be accompanied by adults. You will have to overcome five adrenaline-filled tests.
Each participant competes in groups, and advanced technology allows real-time monitoring of scores and game progress, which helps increase competitiveness. After this hour of tension, it's time to relax at the Korean Night Market, where you can eat and buy exclusive products from the series.
Basic information
Exhibition: The Squid Game: The Experience
Duration: 10/24/2024 – 01/07/2025
Location: Espacio Ibercaja Delicias, Madrid
Age: recommended for those over 10 years
The Legend of the TITANIC - Madrid
The Legend of the TITANIC
If you want to experience firsthand everything about the most famous shipwreck in history, now you have the opportunity to do so with this immersive exhibition. You will be able to tour the first and third-class cabins, listen to the orchestra's final song that played until the last moment, and immerse yourself in the Atlantic until you reach the site of the sinking. If you are a fan, you shouldn't miss this unique opportunity to learn all about the Titanic.
Basic information
Exhibition: The Legend of the TITANIC
Duration: 31/10/2024 – 02/02/2025
Location: Matadero Madrid
Age: for all audiences
LEGENDS: The Home of Football - Madrid
LEGENDS: The Home of Football
Soccer fans are in luck with this museum, the world's largest soccer museum. But it is much more than a museum, as you will experience an immersive experience where you can appreciate objects of worship of the beautiful game, as well as legendary moments. And all with the latest technology. The building consists of seven levels where you will find 360º screens and futuristic holograms.
The space is full of unique items: jerseys from legendary players, boots that have made great comebacks, trophies that many idols have lifted... Whether you're a fan of Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, Atlético de Madrid, Valencia, Sevilla, or international teams like Liverpool, Juventus, Bayern Munich... it's an experience you have to live if you love soccer.
Basic information
Exhibition: LEGENDS - The Home of Football
Duration: 31/12/2024 – 19/04/2025
Location: 2 Carrera de S. Jerónimo - MADRID
Age: for all audiences
Astronomical Experience Madrid
Astronomical Experience Madrid
For astrology lovers, every Saturday from January 4th until December 27th, 2025, at 8:30 pm, they will be able to live an unforgettable experience just 40 kilometers away from Madrid, in the town of Quijorna.
With a duration ranging from 2 hours and 30 minutes to 3 hours, you will experience an astronomical talk on a giant screen. You will be able to observe space with state-of-the-art professional telescopes, through which you will see Saturn, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies, double stars... You will take a stellar walk with constellation lasers, myths, and legends of the sky. And, best of all, you can take souvenir photos of such a special day.
Basic information
Exhibition: Astronomical Experience Madrid
Duration: 04/01/2025 – 27/12/2025
Location: Quijorna, Madrid
Age: all audiences
Spirit of Japan - Madrid
Spirit of Japan
Japan is one of the most visited countries in the world. Its culture is very captivating, which is why this exhibition is expected to be a success. Spirit of Japan is an immersive art experience where you can discover the most outstanding works of the great masters of Japanese printmaking.
This artistic movement is known as Ukiyo-e, it began in the 17th century and lasted for two more centuries. Evocative and poetic images overwhelm visitors, creating a dynamic stage with over 400 works accompanied by refined and immersive soundscapes.
Basic information
Exhibition: Spirit of Japan
Duration: 31/10/2024 – 07/01/2025
Location: Nomad Immersive Museum
Age: for all audiences
White Rabbit - The Off Museum of Barcelona
White Rabbit - The Off Museum of Barcelona
This museum is one of the great cultural novelties of the season in Barcelona, with a very high rating on Google, a 4.9. It is characterized by being a space where you won't just see art, but you will be part of it; it is based on visitor participation. It achieves this through interactivity, using technology to change the way visitors perceive and interact with the artworks. It consists of ten interactive installations that combine contemporary art, multimedia, and technology.
Surprise is the emotion sought in the visitor, and to achieve it, renowned artists such as TVBOY, Mina Hamada, and the theater company La Fura dels Baus have been enlisted to create some of these works. It is not a conventional museum; it is a multisensory experience where the pieces are intended to be seen, heard, and even felt.
A permanent immersive experience about Catalan culture that is just a minute walk from Casa Batlló.
Basic information
Exhibition: White Rabbit - The Off Museum of Barcelona
Duration: 10/31/2024 – 06/30/2025
Location: White Rabbit, Barcelona
Age: all audiences
