⭐ LEONARDO VERSUS MICHELANGELO. THE IMMERSIVE CHALLENGE. The two greatest artists in history meet again—500 years later—in a one-of-a-kind, large-scale immersive experience. Explore endless possibilities in a spectacular journey featuring IDEAL’s iconic immersive room spanning over 2,000 m², a 360º virtual reality film, and a metaverse-based VR experience. So, which artist will you choose? Come and find out!
🎁 Treat your loved ones to the gift of art, emotion, and culture! Choose the “Gift Ticket” option to surprise someone special, or enjoy it yourself whenever it suits you best. It’s valid throughout the entire exhibition, just show up with your ticket. Check the opening hours on the calendar before you come.
Highlights
🧠 Explore 8 themed rooms that push the boundaries of immersive technology, with a fresh take on gamification
🖼️ Step into an immersive space where you can cast your physical vote for your favorite artist
🕶️ A virtual reality room in 360º VR format and a virtual reality room in metaverse format
General Information
📅 Date: Select your preferred date when booking tickets
📍 Location: IDEAL Barcelona – C/ del Doctor Trueta, 196-198
👤 Age requirement: Suitable for all ages
- Ages 0–3: Free admission
- Ages 4–12: Children's ticket (must be accompanied)
- Ages 12 and up: General admission
🔎 The metaverse VR experience is recommended for ages 6 and up
♿ Accessibility: The venue is fully accessible to individuals with reduced mobility
❓ For more information, please refer to the FAQs
Description
LEONARDO VERSUS MICHELANGELO is more than just an experience—it’s an immersive challenge. This large-format exhibition invites you to take a stand between two of the most iconic artists in history. Journey through 8 thematic rooms and more than 2,000 m² of exhibition space, transporting you into the heart of the Italian Renaissance. Discover the parallel lives and fierce rivalry of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo Buonarroti. Painting or sculpture? Intellect or passion? In this IDEAL BARCELONA production, YOU are the protagonist. Through a 1,000+ m² immersive room, 360º virtual reality, and a stunning metaverse experience, you’ll explore their works and worldviews—and decide who inspires you most.
User reviews
- Ha sido una experiencia super chula. La "visita virtual" a los talleres, las calles de la antigua Florencia, el palacio ..... 100% recomendable
- Excepcional, como siempre. Es el tercer año consecutivo que voy con la familia para ver las diferentes exposiciones y nunca decepcionan.
- Ha sido fantastico👍🤩 Soy clienta desde el primer pintor, he visto tofas las exposiciones. Todas marsvillosas. Gracias
- Maravilloso
- La actividad aporta información muy interesante sobre la época y los dos artistas. La proyección de la sala inmersiva ha sido muy bonita, pero la última sala, la del Metaverso ha sido increíble. Simplemente preciosa.
- Una experiencia muy chula y que repetiría. El personal muy amable :)
- Una experiència maravillosa!!!!
- Experiencia genial! Muy recomendable. Organización perfecta, como siempre en IDEAL.
- IDEAL se está superando con cada nueva exposición. Nos ha encantado ir en familia. Es interesante y divertido para todas las edades.
- Bravo
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IDEAL Barcelona is a cultural center in Poblenou dedicated to immersive digital art, featuring 360º exhibitions, virtual reality, and interactive experiences in an old cinema from 1917.
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Ticket for 1 person, includes:
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Ticket for 1 person, includes:
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Applies to seniors over 65, single-parent families, large families, and people with disabilities and/or reduced mobility.
Ticket for 2 adults and 2 juniors or 1 adult and 3 juniors, includes:
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Ticket for 1 person, includes:
- Access to experience
Ticket for 1 person, includes:
- Access to the experience
A minimum of 10 tickets must be purchased.
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