Museo Salzillo
About This Museum
Tucked away on a quiet square in the heart of Murcia's old town, this museum is a total gem dedicated to its most famous artistic son. Stepping inside feels like entering a time capsule of 18th-century Spanish devotion, where the air is thick with the scent of old wood and history. The main event is undoubtedly Salzillo's breathtaking pasos—elaborate sculptures carried through the streets during Easter processions. You can get incredibly close to pieces like 'The Last Supper,' seeing every agonized expression and delicate fold in the robes carved from wood.
Collection Highlights
The star attractions are the intricate Holy Week pasos, including the poignant 'Prayer in the Garden' and the stunningly detailed 'The Arrest of Jesus.' Don't miss his beautiful nativity scene figures, or belenes, which have their own dedicated room.
Visitor Information
It's super easy to find right on Plaza de San Agustín, and entry is only a few euros. Just check their website for hours as they can change around holidays—this is Spain, after all!
Architecture & Building
Housed in an elegant former church attached to a monastery, it has that classic Spanish baroque vibe with high ceilings and simple, whitewashed walls that make the sculptures pop.
Contact & Location
Address: Museo Salzillo, 3, Plaza San Agustín, San Andrés, Murcia, Área Metropolitana de Murcia, Región de Murcia, 30005, España
Phone: +34 968 29 18 93
Website: Visit Website