The Valencia History Museum is located in the old water station that used to supply the city, built in 1850. This museum deals with the important events of the history of the region.
This museum is located in the old water station that used to supply the city, built in 1850. Made entirely from brick, it represents one of the most attractive examples of 19th-century industrial architecture, with a total 250 columns. This many faceted museum features archaeological, pictorial, documentary, photographic and virtual exhibitions. It deals with the important events that have forged the history of the region, revealing the cultures and customs that have shaped its present-day identity. There is valuable collection of works of art, archaeological objects, scientific instruments, books and costumes. Visitors can immerse themselves in the atmosphere of each era, get to know important historical figures and see what life was like in years gone by.
Tourist Attractions: Museum
Type museum: History
Century: XX (the building)
Itinerary: Campanar
Category:
Valencian History Museum.
Opening hours
Tuesday to Saturday, 9.30 a.m. to 7.00 p.m.
Sundays and public holidays, 9.30 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.
How arrive?
In Metro: Line 3, Nou d'Octubre Stop
In Bus: Line 7 (stop next to Museum), 3, 17, 20, 70, 81, 95.
Tickets
- Entry: 2 euros.
- Reduced: 1 euro (for children from 7 to 12 years, groups, pensioners and students with Youth Card).
- Sundays and official holidays: free entry.
- Municipal museum card with entry for all municipal museums, valid for one-day, 6 € (on sale at all municipal museums).
Museo de Historia de Valencia Map
Address:
Calle Valencia, 42, Valencia 46014.