Visitors to Barcelona have the perhaps surprising possibility of enjoying the Egypt of the pharaohs without leaving the Eixample district. In modern facilities of over 2,000 sq.m., the Egyptian Museum displays a private collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts that is unique in Spain and of the first order in Europe at large. Comprising over one thousand pieces, it gives a close-up view of the life and customs of ancient Egypt, one of the most fascinating civilizations in the history of humanity. Dramatized tours and activities for all ages make the Egyptian Museum of Barcelona an indispensable visit for everyone interested in ancient cultures.