The Museu de Arte Contemporani de Barcelona holds the record for hosting provocative and vital exhibitions, coupled with an impressive permanent collection of Spanish, Catalan and international art from the latter half of the 20th century. The interior challenges the accepted notion of a gallery as a blank space or museum for art, due to its imposing and vivid design features.

The building is just as impressive from the outside, and the surrounding area is a great place to hang out, adored by skaters and photographers alike, for its expanse of concrete and sleek modern architecture. It’s a great place to head for a coffee or beer, with a wealth of stimuli on offer to those who venture inside.