Vibrant artwork by Takashi Murakami featuring a tiger, birds, and abstract floral elements on a textured background part of the Contemporary Masters at Moco Museum Barcelona.
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Contemporary Masters Barcelona

Legends & Risings Stars in Contemporary Art

Moco’s Contemporary Masters embody the present of art, artists making their mark for an enduring legacy of inspiration.

This curated exhibition at the museum of contemporary art in Barcelona showcases a bold, thought-provoking collection that reflects the spirit of our era.

Visitor observing Jesus is my Homeboy: The Last Supper by LaChapelle, featuring modern figures in streetwear around a table inspired by the Last Supper. Visitor walking in front of Opie's artwork at Moco Museum Barcelona. Hayden Kays' artwork exposed at Moco Barcelona.
Contemporary Masters' artworks, Moco Museum Barcelona

Not all artworks are always on display.

Our collection exhibits artwork on loan and from the Moco Collection. We keep our exhibitions ever-evolving, so every visit is a fresh experience. Occasionally, this means some artworks online are not always on view in the museum. We appreciate your understanding.

The Voices of our Time

Moco Barcelona celebrates Contemporary Masters – artists, who we believe, stand out for their exceptional contribution to contemporary art, culture, and the world at large. Art that inspires us to question the world and hope for a better future.

As the voices of tomorrow, their art engages our inner activists, activates our experience, and empowers us to lead with love. Moco Contemporary artists challenge the norm and move us to self-reflect and question the world around us.

Moco Contemporary artists impact our surroundings, from politics and the environment to society and pop culture – they’re not just joining the game, they’re changing it.

Many art historians and critics regard the featured artists as central voices in the current movements shaping global artistic expression.

The Present is Female

In a world of division, Moco’s Contemporary Masters shine a light on unity through diversity. This section features powerful female artists who redefine performance art, painting, and conceptual expression.

Miranda Makaroff

Miranda Makaroff is a multidisciplinary artist: she paints, designs, acts and sculpts. But overall, she celebrates women and brings their pleasures and desires to life in vivid colors. Makaroff runs away from traditional conventions and establishments to explore a visual universe with no restrictions, repressions, or censorship. Her well-traveled, diverse universe has been showcased during Miami Art Basel and galleries in Madrid and Ibiza.

Modern Art for All – A Public Space for Reflection

Moco Museum creates accessible shows and exhibitions that enlighten, inspire, and empower the community.
As a result, Moco has quickly become a leading destination for art lovers around the world.

As the name suggests, modern and contemporary art makes up the Moco Museum Collection. Works currently on display and from past shows include Jeff Koons, Kehinde Wiley, Damien Hirst, David LaChapelle, Hayden Kays, Mungo Thomson, Julian Opie, Takashi Murakami, Nick Thomm, Yago Hortal, and more.

Within our collection, Moco exhibits a diversity of contemporary art. For example, Mungo Thomson engages with how time is archived and immortalized through pop culture media. As we live through pandemics, wars, and historically-defining moments, we may ask ourselves: what is my place in this world, and how can I change the universe?

Experience the Contemporary Masters at Moco Museum Barcelona – Get swept away with Yago Hortal or cornered in a cave of color and rhythm with Nick Thomm. Let Hayden Kays wake you up with his hard-hitting Fact and shift your perspective with David LaChapelle in his contemporary take on The Last Supper.

Voice of the Streets

Moco embraces the voice of street art because it connects people, challenges ideologies, and activates involvement. In Barcelona, Moco Museum has made it a point to exhibit works from artists who encourage conversations about our world and shared existence. For example, Osgemeos take on a dedicated exhibition room for a fully immersive experience. Meaning ‘the twins’ in Portuguese, the bond between these Brazilian brothers is unlike anything else. The street artists/international sensations are heavily influenced by pop culture, music, and folklore. They use vivid colors and a mix of textures to create dreamlands inhabited by mellow yellow people. Get the surround sound experience with works like Irie Voice, Moon, and Horse.

Moreover, the work of Invader welcomes visitors to Moco Museum Barcelona with the artist’s most ambitious work – Rubik James Bond Girl. Ever since the first Bond Girl made her debut in 1962, the iconic, cinematic legacy has evolved with our times.

Moco Museum Barcelona embraces contemporary street art voices to reflect our modern times with more works by Ben Eine, Town and Concrete, and others. The exhibition features works that challenge modernism and celebrate the expressive force of contemporary movements.

The exhibition features works that challenge modernism and celebrate the expressive force of contemporary movements. The process behind each artwork reflects the evolving landscape of contemporary media, where painting, digital references, and conceptual art collide. 

Visitor viewing “HELLO I am Robbie Williams” artwork installation at Moco Museum Barcelona Immersive purple light diamond installation by Studio Irma at Moco Museum Barcelona.

Reviews

  • 4.5 uit 5 sterren
    Rated 4.5/5
    6M visitors worldwide
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    maia macharashvili · Google · October 2025
    Visiting the MOCO Museum in Barcelona was one of the highlights of my trip. It’s a place where modern, contemporary, and digital art come together in the most dynamic way full of color, creativity, and unexpected emotions. The museum is located in the heart of El Born, inside a beautifully restored historic building that contrasts perfectly with the modern art inside. From the moment you enter, you feel the vibrant energy each room has its own mood, from powerful visual installations to immersive digital experiences.
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    Julianna Vi · Google · October 2025
    I really recommend visiting the Moco Museum. I was astonished by the artworks there. I’m keen on contemporary art, so I was delighted to see works by Andy Warhol, Banksy, and others. The museum is very interactive, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere. There’s also a special room with light installations it was incredible! Besides, they have an amazing gift shop with souvenirs at affordable prices.
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    benevolenskaya · Tripadvisor · October 2025
    This is a small collection, but the carefully chosen selection of great artists and pieces keeps a tourist, otherwise busy with all the city’s attractions , focused on the very best. Guillermo Lorca’s works are striking: fresh, imaginative, and captivating.
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    Corey June · Google · September 2025
    I had the amazing opportunity to visit it this week and it honestly left me speechless. As someone who deeply loves art, I was thrilled to see works by some of my favorite artists: Banksy, Yayoi Kusama, Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, and so many more! They’re also currently featuring a temporary exhibition of artworks by Robbie Williams. I was so surprised, he’s not only a talented singer, but also an incredible artist! Thank you, Moco Museum, for this unforgettable experience! ✨
  • 5 uit 5 sterren
    S.
    It is a well curated small collection of contemporary arts greatest hits along with a few up and coming artists exhibitions. I was fascinated by the pieces and I love how the museum flowed through each experience. The staff were amazing and helpful also. Absolutely a must see for contemporary art lovers!!
  • 5 uit 5 sterren
    Naledi H.
    I loved the museum! The art exhibited there was fantastic! It was so inspiring and such a wonderful experience. The art is so vibrant I loved being there I didn't want to leave.
  • 5 uit 5 sterren
    Virginia R.
    The exhibits were curated well. And the chosen pieces provided a nice representation of various influential and impactful artists. I would definitely recommend this museum for any fan of contemporary art.
  • 05 uit 5 sterren
    maia macharashvili
    I especially loved how the exhibition combines world-famous artists like Banksy, Basquiat, and Andy Warhol with emerging digital creators and NFT art. It’s not a typical “quiet” museum it’s interactive, emotional, and modern. The NFT and digital rooms were fascinating they make you reflect on how art, technology, and human creativity are merging today. Lighting, music, and the flow between rooms are very well designed, so you never feel bored or overwhelmed. The curators clearly thought about how to make art feel accessible, emotional, and current. Staff were friendly and helpful, and the museum shop also has great souvenirs and art books.

Practical Information

  • Opening Hours

    Monday – Thursday: 10:00 – 19:00

    Friday – Saturday: 10:00 – 20:00

    Sunday: 19:00

  • Duration

    Approximately 60 minutes.

  • Location

    Moco Museum Barcelona

    Carrer de Montcada 25, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain. Get directions here.

  • Contact

    Do you have a question? Email us at [email protected].

    For all other inquiries visit our contact page.

  • Audio Guide

    Included in the ticket price. Don’t forget to bring your headphones to access the free audio tour.

Media Reviews

  • Secret Barcelona
    Moco Museum has earned a place among the favorites of art lovers worldwide by connecting with young audiences in a more personal and accessible way. A visit to Moco Museum is an experience that leaves no one indifferent.
  • The Guardian
    Around 65% of visitors to Moco Museum are first-time museum-goers, highlighting its success in opening up the art world to new audiences.
  • ABC
    Located next to the Picasso Museum, Moco Museum demonstrates how contemporary art spaces can attract younger generations and bring fresh energy to historic cultural districts. Moco Museum shows how private museums can be sustainable while revitalizing and rejuvenating the art sector.
  • Condé Nast Traveler
    Barcelona's Moco Museum is a riot–of colors, of styles, of pushing artistic boundaries. Mainly, of joy.
  • ABC
    There’s a museum in Barcelona full of young people. Impossible? Well, it really exists. It’s called Moco Museum. Moco Museum succeeds in making art appealing to younger generations without sacrificing cultural relevance.
  • The New Barcelona Post
    An internationally successful museum arrives in Barcelona: the Moco Museum.
  • TripAdvisor
    The museum is well structured and organized, the works are interesting and, certainly, offers a different note than the usual Gaudi and Picasso etc.
  • PR Newswire
    Moco echoes its commitment to exhibiting iconic works by internationally renowned artists and rising stars. For many visitors, Moco is an entry point into the world of art.
  • The Guardian
    Targeting 18- to 35-year-olds, Moco Museum is redefining how new audiences engage with modern, contemporary, and street art.
  • Secret Barcelona
    With over 100 modern and immersive digital artworks, every visit becomes a true discovery—because art here isn’t just seen, it’s felt.

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