Museum of Fine Arts of Seville (Museo de Bellas Artes) Tours
If you can't make it to Madrid's Prado, then consider the Museum of Fine Arts of Seville (Museo de Bellas Artes) your second-best option. Hailed as having one of the most impressive art collections outside of the capital, the museum is well worth the stop, and for more than just the artwork.
The Museo de Bellas Artes (as it is called in Spanish) dates back to the 1830s, and is situated in what used to be a 16th-century convent. Within its walls, explore works – largely religious in subject matter – dating from the Gothic period to the 20th century, and by greats like Murillo, Zurburán and even El Greco. Beyond just paintings, you'll also find other items on display, ranging from sculptures to ceramics and furniture.
But don't just come for the art: The building alone is worth scoping out. During your visit, you’ll pass through an entry hall adorned in Seville’s hallmark colorful tiles, then wander through tranquil patios and a garden-filled cloister, and finally discover museum nirvana below the elaborate ceiling of an art-filled former chapel. Even better: Given the museum's off-the-tourist-track location just north of the main sightseeing area, expect your visit to be relatively crowd-free.
The Museo de Bellas Artes (as it is called in Spanish) dates back to the 1830s, and is situated in what used to be a 16th-century convent. Within its walls, explore works – largely religious in subject matter – dating from the Gothic period to the 20th century, and by greats like Murillo, Zurburán and even El Greco. Beyond just paintings, you'll also find other items on display, ranging from sculptures to ceramics and furniture.
But don't just come for the art: The building alone is worth scoping out. During your visit, you’ll pass through an entry hall adorned in Seville’s hallmark colorful tiles, then wander through tranquil patios and a garden-filled cloister, and finally discover museum nirvana below the elaborate ceiling of an art-filled former chapel. Even better: Given the museum's off-the-tourist-track location just north of the main sightseeing area, expect your visit to be relatively crowd-free.
Practical Info
A visit costs only €1.50, and is free for both students and EU citizens. Note, however, that the museum's schedule is somewhat erratic. Between September 16th and May 31st, it is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10am to 8:30pm, and then on Sunday from 10am to 5pm. Meanwhile, from June 1st to September 15th, it is open from 9am to 3:30pm Tuesday through Saturday, and on Sunday from 10am to 5pm. Considering the museum's unpredictable opening hours, it is advisable that you check the schedule in advance.
Address: Plaza del Museo, 9, Seville, Andalucia 41001, Spain
Admission: General Admission: €1.50; Free for studentsand EU citizens
8 Tours and Activities to Experience Museum of Fine Arts of Seville (Museo de Bellas Artes)
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City Sightseeing Seville Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Discover Seville’s highlights on this City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off tour. Use your 24-hour ticket to admire the landmarks aboard an open-top double-decker bus that includes audio commentary. Hop on and off as you wish at any of the 14 stops around the city, including the ornate Plaza de España and Tower of Gold. Your ticket also includes entry to several Seville museums and other attractions; and three walking tours from select stops, including a stroll around Seville Cathedral and the buzzing Macarena neighborhood.
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Seville Fine Arts Museum. Guided visit
- Guided visit by an art historian to the third largest painting collection in Spain.
- The museum is located in the old monastery of the Our Lady of Mercy, with a very colorful baroque architecture.
- Come with us to see Flemish and Italian works from the late Middle Ages and the Early Modern, when an important local school begins to form at the time that Seville is confirmed as one of the most important cities in Europe, when it was called "Gate of the Indies".
- Enjoy important works by spanish masters from the so-called Golden Age of Sevillian painting during the 17th century, such as Zurbarán, Velázquez, Murillo or Valdés Leal.
- We will end the tour with the stunning painting of the Romanticism and early XXth century, with some final surprises.
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Modern Stars: Tapas Tasting Tour in Seville
Go beyond the usual tapas one finds in Spain during a tapas tour in Seville that highlights innovative dishes created by unorthodox chefs. Go to tapas bars that most visitors would not find on their own, and expect to sample delectable dishes with a contemporary twist, along with great wines. Your guide shares favorite destinations and lively commentary throughout this culinary experience.
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Seville Museum of Fine Arts Tour Including Tapas Lunch
Indulge your senses with two of Seville’s most famous exports on the 3-hour art and tapas tour. First, explore the Seville Museum of Fine Arts (Museo de Bella Artes) and learn about its Renaissance and baroque masterpieces from your guide’s insightful commentary. Then, move on to a popular tapas bar, where you’ll savor two types of local specialties as you discuss the city’s art and culinary scenes.
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Seville, Mysteries- by OhMyGoodGuide
Seville is a city filled with unexplained mysteries and conceals a large number of unwritten stories within its historic walls. A city is more than its streets and monuments. Even a well-known Sevillian says it in her handwriting:” If I get lost, look for me where Seville is a mystery.” The truth is that Seville seems to invoke the mystery. A city with all the ingredients to host unusual stories or stories related to the unknown. So many palaces and palace houses, so many convents and churches, so many buildings with an impressive historical and spiritual charge ... all that could not be left to anything.
In this tour, we will tell you some to discover Seville from a new dimension.
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Cycling tour of Triana and visit the Museum of Ceramics
Get to know Seville through its ceramics, an art that comes from ancient times and has had its important production center in Triana. Get to know this art by visiting the Plaza de España, the Ceramics Museum and the Pickman Factory.
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Romantic Horse & Carriage Tour with spanish Champagne
Take a private horse and carriage ride through beautiful Seville for a romantic overview of the Andalucian capital and its many sights. Sit back and enjoy the view as you’re pulled through the pretty streets. Enjoy Spanish bubbly and fresh fruits or sweets. Pass Maria Luisa Park, the Palace of Saint Telmo, an old tobacco factory and more, and benefit from the personalized commentary of your very own private guide.
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Feria de Abril Crawl in Seville
It is universally agreed that Seville is at its best during Feria de Abril, a week-long festival of traditional costumes and celebrations. Ensure you celebrate in style on an evening bar crawl, designed to delight revellers. The tour includes access to the Feria de Abril tents and a jug of rebujito, an alcoholic beverage made from Jerez wine and lemonade. Plus, a small group limited to 15 means you’ll receive personalized attention throughout.
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