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If you're a history buff, art aficionado, archaeology fiend, or dabbler in the sciences, our museum picks are perfect for a rainy day or afternoon excursion! Our selections center around notable collections of historical and cultural items. Many have excellent rotating displays in addition to exceptional permanent collections.
Category: Museums - San Sebastian Attractions & Activities
Address: B Jauregi, 66, Caserio Zabalaga, Hernani, ES 20120
Museo Chillida Leku opened in 2000 and celebrates the artistic work of San Sebastián native Eduardo Chillida. Renowned for open space monuments like Lugar de Encuentros that hangs from a Madrid bridge, Chillida is a sculptor whose work spans the 20th century. The museum is located on 12 acres of farmland where artwork is displayed in fields. A...
Museo Diocesano de San Sebastián
Category: Museums - San Sebastian Attractions & Activities
Address: Sagrada Familia, 11, San Sebastián-Guipúzcoa, ES 200100
BARRIO DE AMARA. This diocesan museum displays a variety of religious artwork that has been given and/or purchased by the San Sebastián diocese. Paintings and sculptures on display range from the eighth to the 19th century. The museum also showcases pieces from the 16th to the 18th century that were part of the San Miguel Church of the Oñate...
Category: Museums - San Sebastian Attractions & Activities
Address: Paseo del Muelle, 24, San Sebastián-Guipúzcoa, ES 20004
PARTE VIEJA. The Basque region has been dependant upon the sea for hundreds of years. This museum exhibits and chronicles artifacts that influenced the city's maritime past. Housed in an 18th century building, the Museo Naval focuses on the history of boat construction. On display are navigation instruments, anchors, and naval documents, as well...
Category: Museums - San Sebastian Attractions & Activities
Address: Plaza de Zuloaga, 1, San Sebastián-Guipúzcoa 20003
PARTE VEIJA. This local favorite comes highly recommended. The San Telmo Museum is located in an old monastery that dates back to the 1500's. On display are exquisite sculptures, paintings, and frescoes by renowned artists like Rubens and El Greco. Museo San Telmo's art collection spans from the 19th to the 20th century, and the museum even...
Category: Museums - San Sebastian Attractions & Activities
Address: Paseo Nuevo, San Sebastián-Guipúzcoa, ES 20003
PARTE VIEJA. Home to the Guipúzcoan Photographic Society, this popular site houses an impressive collection of video and photographic mementos. The society's headquarters, a former early 20th century bathhouse, continually exhibits works by budding artists and well-known talent. On occasion, the Sociedad Fotográfica offers workshops for photo...
