National Archaeological Museum

National Archaeological Museum

The National Archaeological Museum is located in the capital city of Spain, Madrid, near Columbus Square. It was established by Queen Isabella II in 1867 and shares the same building with the National Library.

As the largest archaeological museum in Madrid, the National Archaeological Museum has a rich and diverse collection, including archaeological discoveries, anthropology, numismatics, philately, decorative arts, and more, spanning from prehistoric times to the 19th century. Its holdings comprise antiquities from Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, the Celts, and the Iberians, as well as items from the medieval Visigoths, Muslims, and Christians. The permanent collection narrates the history of Spain from prehistoric times to the 19th century, showcasing artifacts from various periods and styles that are truly eye-opening.

A wealth of historically valuable cultural artifacts can be found in the museum, such as Egyptian sarcophagi and mummies, Spanish and Roman decorative art pieces, Islamic church seats, Mudejar pottery, Moorish archaeological finds, and especially the replica of the Altamira Cave—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—which is definitely worth seeing.

National Archaeological Museum of Spain

Must-visit reason: The largest archaeological museum in Madrid

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/region where the attraction is located: Spain[Spain]

Province/state where the attraction is located: Autonomous Community of Madrid [Madrid Autonomous Community]

City where the attraction is located: Madrid [Madrid]