Museo de Bellas Artes de Valencia
About This Museum
Did you know this museum's collection started with art rescued from convents and monasteries during a period of national confiscation? It gives the whole place this incredible sense of being a sanctuary for masterpieces. You'll find everything from pristine Gothic altarpieces to the moody, dramatic tenebrism of Francisco Ribalta. The journey through Valencian art feels both grand and surprisingly intimate.
Collection Highlights
Look for Joaquín Sorolla's sun-drenched Valencian beaches, the hauntingly detailed 'Last Supper' by Macip, and a stunning assortment of Flemish primitives that feel like they've been teleported straight from Bruges.
Visitor Information
It's tucked away right next to the Turia Gardens, so you can easily make a day of it with a stroll. Best part? General admission is completely free, making it one of the city's most accessible cultural treasures.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is a magnificent, almost fortress-like example of 17th-century Spanish Baroque, originally a seminary and college for poor priests, with a beautiful central courtyard and that iconic pinkish stone.
Contact & Location
Address: Museu de Belles Arts de València, 9, Carrer de Sant Pius V, Trinitat, la Saïdia, València, Comarca de València, València / Valencia, Comunitat Valenciana, 46010, España
Phone: +34 963 87 03 00
Website: Visit Website
