Take a trip into the enigmatic and fascinating world of ancient Egypt, right here in Barcelona. At the Museu Maritim de Barcelona, until October 4th, is an incredible exhibition: “Tutankhamon: The Tomb and its Treasures”. Meticulously recreated is King Tut's tomb, as is the fascinating saga behind the search for both the tomb itself, as well as information about the boy king's life. The exhibition will take about 1 and a half hours to go through, as it includes two incredibly interesting movies that describe the lives of both King Tut and the discoverer of his funerary chamber, Howard Carter. The exhibit, with the inclusion of a magnificently designed audioguide, takes you on a guided tour of the Pharaoh's treasures; explaining their origin, meaning, and significance in the Egyptian belief system. Perhaps, though, the most intriguing aspect of this exhibition is the parallel story of the trials and tribulations of Howard Carter- the man who believed he would find King Tutankhamun's tomb when almost all others believed it impossible. This truly is an experience not to be missed. Make sure you get down to the Maritime Museum before October 4th.


What
A full recreation of the funerary chamber of King Tutankhamon. The objects are complemented with audiovisual elements that help the visitor gain insight into the effort that went into the tomb- both it's creation at the time of King Tut's death, and its discovery by modern archaeologists in the early 20th century. The exhbit features two movies, an audioguide, and extensive exhibits that teach the visitor about every aspect of ancient Egyptian ritual and culture.

Where
At the Museu Maritim de Barcelona, located at Avenida de Drassanes, right next to the water. The nearest metro stop is Drassanes on the L3 (green line). If you come via metro, take the exit “Portal de Santa Madrona”.

When
From Sunday to Friday from 10:00 am until 9:00 pm (the last entrance is at 7:30 pm) and on Saturdays until 10:00 pm (last entrance at 8:30 pm). The exhibition is open now until October 4th, so go see it before it leaves town!

More info
Prices are as follows: Adult, 16€; Child under 13, 8€; Over 65, 10€; Student, 10€; Family Pack (2 adults, 1 child), 32€. Get there early as it can be crowded on weekends. Book your apartment in Barcelona now and enjoy your adventure back to the time of the Pharaohs in style!