The History of the Museum in Figueres
The story of the Toy Museum of Catalonia began in 1982, but that of the building located at 1 San Pere Street in Figueres dates back to 1767, when the Casa Terradas was constructed at the request of the Albert i Terradas family. In 1901, the manor became a hotel that weathered the tumultuous events of the 20th century until 1982. That year, the Toy Museum of Catalonia was established there. Created from a private collection, it grew over the years to become the museum it is today in 1998: one of the most popular museums in the region, delighting both young and old alike.
A Collection of Remarkable Toys and Games
Spread across two floors, over 5,000 displayed items await visitors. From Antiquity to the 20th century, and from Spain to Japan, the museum offers a true journey through the history of toys. On the first floor, you'll find a collection of toys dating back to Antiquity. What a strange feeling to see balls, spinning tops, and imagine a child playing with them thousands of years ago... And that's just the beginning: teddy bears, board games, optical illusions, Meccano sets, cards, dolls, tin soldiers... Through these toys, the childhood of our ancestors is brought to life. As you move through the rooms, you’ll come across remarkable collector’s items: a molded cardboard cat from 1930 that looks straight out of a cartoon, a 1922 Lenci doll whose quality earned it well-deserved success with both children and collectors, or the Merry Makers orchestra, a musical toy inspired by Mickey Mouse in 1931. You’ll also discover several toys that belonged to artists, such as Salvador Dali’s teddy bear. A little further on, there’s a collection of caganers, the small figurines found in every Catalan nativity scene. The journey continues upstairs. Amid puzzles and dollhouses, one of the most stunning analog train models in the world captures visitors' attention. Here, too, you can admire toys created by artists or some of the very first video game consoles.
Admission Fees and Opening Hours of the Toy Museum of Catalonia
The standard admission fee is €7. A reduced rate of €5.60 is available for minors aged 6 to 16, adults over 65, students, teachers, large or single-parent family cardholders, and holders of a Generalitat de Catalunya disability card. Entry is free for children under 6 and for members of the Club Super3, Cavall Fort, or Club Piolet d’Andorra. For groups of more than 10 people, the rate per person is €5. An audio guide is available for €1 in Catalan, Spanish, English, or French. Tickets are sold up to 20 minutes before closing time. The Toy Museum of Catalonia is open year-round. It operates from Tuesday to Friday from 10 am to 6 pm, Saturdays from 10 am to 7 pm, and Sundays and public holidays from 10 am to 2 pm. The museum is closed on Mondays, except on public holidays or holiday eves. Don’t miss this visit during your stay at our 4-star campsite in Spain!