Contemporary Art Museum of Alicante
MACA
The Contemporary Art Museum of Alicante (Museo de Arte Contemporaneo de Alicante, MACA)
is a space where history and modernity come together. Located in the city’s oldest civil building, a 17th-century Baroque gem, this museum has a unique history. Originally built in 1685 as a grain warehouse, it has been transformed into a temple of avant-garde art. The museum houses one of Spain’s most important 20th-century art collections, featuring internationally renowned artists like Picasso, Dali, Miro, and Chillida. However, it was the vision and generosity of Alicante-born artist Eusebio Sempere that brought MACA to life. His donation of artworks in 1977 marked the beginning of this cultural space. MACA offers an ever-evolving experience. Its permanent exhibition rotates partially to ensure the preservation of the artworks, making every visit a chance to discover something new. From paintings, sculptures, and drawings to lithographs, engravings, and serigraphs, its three collections showcase the major artistic movements of the 20th century.
RATES
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SCHEDULE:
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 Summer (1/07 - 30/09) |
 Tuesday to Friday: 10:00 - 20:00
Saturdays: 11:00 - 20:00
Sundays and public holidays: 10:00 - 14:00
Monday: closed |
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Winter (1/10 - 30/06) |
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Tuesday to Saturday: 10:00 - 20:00
Sundays and public holidays: 10:00 - 14:00
Monday: closed |
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Closing days:
The museum will be closed on 24, 25 and 31 December; 1 and 6 January; 1 May; and during the local festivities of Santa Faz and San Juan. |
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Special opening hours (open):
9 and 12 October 1 November 6 and 8 December 19th March Good Friday (public holidays) |
CONTACT INFORMATION: +34 965 213 156 |
HOW TO GET THERE: Pl. Sta. María, 3, 03002 Alicante (Alacant), Alicante |
 Líneas 21 – 22 – C6 – Turibus (Plaza Puerta del Mar) Líneas 5 – 8 – 10 – 13 – Turibus (Rambla) |
 L1 – L2 – L3 – L4 ( Mercado) L5 (Postiguet) |
How to get there
- Shuttle buses from Plaza Puerta del Mar
- Elevators at Avenida Juan Bautista Lafora, in front of the Postiguet Beach
- Access by Calle Vazquez de Mella for vehicles and urban itineraries.
- Parking on the grounds of Santa Barbara Castle is not permitted.
- Pedestrian access along urban routes is recommended.
Access
Elevator access
Located in front of the Postiguet beach, in Avenida Juan Bautista Lafora.
SCHEDULE:
| 15/11 – 27/02: 10:00 – 18:00h. |
| 28/02 – 16/06: 10:00 – 20:00h. |
| 17/06 – 4/09: 10:00 – 23:00h. |
| 5/09 – 14/11: 10:00 a 20:00h. |
Last lift up: 40 minutes before the closing time of the lifts.
Last lift down: 20 minutes before the closing time of the lifts.
It is recommended to purchase the lift ticket in advance through the following link:
www.castillosantabarbara.alicante.es
On performance days: consult the Castle’s closing times.
Price of the lifts:
General, 2.70 euros.
Free for retired pensioners who can prove this condition by means of a document.
Access through La Ereta Park
Access through Monte Benacantil
Vehicle access
Only in the following cases:
- Loading and unloading of passengers for the time strictly necessary: cabs, VTC, people with reduced mobility, and minibusses (length 8.50m and mass 6,800kg).
- Visitors must follow the instructions of the municipal staff at all times.
- Authorized coaches accessing the castle must be no longer than 8.50 meters and weigh no more than 6,800 kilograms. Drivers must follow all instructions and guidelines provided by local police officers.
- This authorization is limited to passenger drop-off and pick-up only. After drop-off, the coach must leave the castle and return later for passenger pick-up.
