Cosmo Caixa Overview:

The CosmoCaixa in Barcelona (often written as Cosmo Caixa but this museum is so trendy that it is correctly written as one word with a capital letter in the middle) is an interactive science museum near the Tibidabo mountain. It is split into a number of rooms, each one presenting big and small kids with the most fun aspects of the world of science.

Where is the CosmoCaixa?:

CosmoCaixa can be found on Isaac Newton, 26.

The nearest metro stop is Avinguda del Tibidabo.

What Else Can You Do Near CosmoCaixa?:

Cosmo Caixa is at the foot of the Tibidabo mountain, which is a day out in itself. Read more about Tibidabo.

CosmoCaixa Opening Times and Prices:

CosmoCaixa is open from 10am until 6pm and costs about 3€ to get in.

Exhibits at CosmoCaixa:

The CosmoCaixa in Barcelona has eight rooms.

La Plaza de la Ciencia

'The Science Plaza' is a chance to interact with science in the open air. Entrance is free to this part of the museum.

El Muro geológico

'The Geological Wall' uses 90 tons of rock in a unique exhibition of the natural forces that have shaped our world.

El Bosque Inundado

'The Submerged Forest' is a reproduction of 1,000 square meters of Brazilian rainforest, complete with 100 living species.

La Sala de la Materia

'The Matter Room' delves into the history of matter, from the Big Bang to present day. How did inanimate matter become a living organism? What is life?

Planetario

'The Planetarium' takes you on a 3D journey through space and time, giving you the chance to experience the kinds of galactic catastrophes normally only witnessed on Star Trek.

Clik and Flash

The rooms of 'Clik' and 'Flash' are designed for children between three and nine years of age.

Let your youngest ones explore the world of science in a way that is relevant to them.

Planetario Burbuja

The 'Bubble Planetarium' brings the world of astronomy to kids aged three to eight.

¡Toca toca!

'Touch, Touch' brings the natural world to your five senses. Understand the natural habitat of the plants and animals around us to gain a better respect for the world's fauna and flora.