10 Museums in Costa de Almeria That You Shouldn't Miss

July 6, 2021 Lashaunda Abraham

Discover the best top things to do in Costa de Almeria, Spain including Art Center De Waldi Mare, Museo de Terque, Museum of Almeria, Museo Refugio de la Guerra Civil, Los Millares - Museo Arqueologico de Almeria, Aula del Mar, Arte21 Almeria, Centro de Interpretacion Patrimonial de Almeria, Galeria de Arte Trino Tortosa, Casa del Cine.
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1. Art Center De Waldi Mare

Calle de Santiago de Compostela 1 Estamos en ENIX . C/ Félix nº 3, 04740, Roquetas de Mar Spain +34 648 77 44 62 [email protected] http://www.waldi-wrobel.com/
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Art Center De Waldi Mare

2. Museo de Terque

Calle Real 12, 04569, Almeria Spain +34 659 23 79 90 http://www.museodeterque.com
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Museo de Terque

3. Museum of Almeria

Carretera de Ronda 91 Entrada por C/ Hermanos Pinzón, 04005, Almeria Spain +34 950 01 62 56 [email protected] http://www.museosdeandalucia.es/cultura/museos/MAL/
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4.5 based on 214 reviews

Museum of Almeria

The Museum was initially set up in a building on calle Javier Sanz, and shared the site with the School of Arts and Trades and subsequently with the "Celia Viñas" Secondary School. The name, Luis Siret, was added to the museum's name in tribute to the memory of this distinguished archaeologist. The collections and the museum were declared a Historical and Artistic Monument in 1962 (Decree no. 474 of 1 March). In 1979, the museum was transferred to the National Ministry of Culture which decided to adapt the former Colegio Menor de Santa María del Mar as the museum's new home, in 1981. It stands in this same square today. The inauguration took place on 22 October 1982. After that, it was called the Museum of Almería although this only became its official title in 1994. Because of the structural problems due to aluminosis, the building's poor state of conservation led to its closure to the public in 1991, although the museum's internal services continued to function. To reduce the impact of such a prolonged closure as much as possible, two permanent exhibitions were opened in 1995, with a small representative show of Prehistory and Ancient History in Almería outside the museum site, in two places at the Provincial Historical Archive and the Villaespesa Library. At a later date, a single exhibition was organised in the Villaespesa Library called "Archaeological Testimonies in the province of Almería". The Ministry of Culture decided to erect a new building on the same plot following the demolition of the old site. In the meantime, the inside areas were moved to buildings belonging to the Provincial Council, in the former Colegio Virgen del Pilar. Some of the storerooms were also moved there. The remaining items in storage were moved to the former Psychiatric Hospital. Architects Ángela García Paredes and Ignacio García Pedrosa were responsible for designing the new museum site. The result is a building in contemporary style. Its architectural design is primarily intended to provide a strategic makeover of the museum's location. The block, where it used to be, has been reorganised following the creation of a large public square that looks over the city, with an extensive gardened area intended as an area for relaxation. Inside, the spaces are impressively arranged to combine light, contrasting heights and aesthetics in attractive woodwork. The central space of the hall and double stairs give structure to the approach adopted in the architecture and museography, helping visitors to move freely on various themed tours. The building was awarded the PAD and ARCO 2004 prizes and was a finalist in the FAD awards in 2005. On 23 March 2006 the Prince and Princess of Asturias inaugurated the new site and opened the Museum of Almería to the public.

Reviewed By KL569 - Leeds, United Kingdom

Laid out over 4 floors, with an enormous pillar reaching to the ceiling which represents the layers of history. The roman times are almost at the top! There are some videos with music which tell of the history of Almeria in an interesting way without using language; very well done. Small children were entranced by the moving patterns of one which was projected onto the floor. Most interesting to me were Islamic gravestones from 12th & 13th century, beautiful pottery & burials in pots. As well as being in Spanish, the description boards are in English which has been translated very directly, sometimes to our amusement or bafflement. It added to the experience. It was very quiet when we went on Sunday morning. Highly recommended.

4. Museo Refugio de la Guerra Civil

Plaza Manuel Perez Garcia S/N, 04001, Almeria Spain +34 950 26 86 96 [email protected] http://www.almeriaculturaentradas.es
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4.5 based on 894 reviews

Museo Refugio de la Guerra Civil

The network of sherlters meant the excavation of 2.80 miles of underground galleries, at more 29 feet deep, and 67 manholes for access. This system protected about 35,000 poeple out of a total of aproximately 50,000 inhabitants the city had those years. The main tunnel of the refuge goes underneath the "Paseo de Almeria", with a main passage six and a half feet wide and two benches along each side for seating. The Refuge of Almeria has become Europe's largest opne to the public in the present day. Its recovery as a cultural and historical element, its symbolism as witness to the Spanish Civil War, and its architectural-engineering value, place this works as one of the most important built in Almeria during the twentieth century, as well as it constitutes one of the most significant elements of the cultural heritage and historical memory of the city. The visit takes one hour, always in a guided tour in spanish, but we star the visit with a video with english subtitles.

Reviewed By ChrisJanC

We arrived for 10am, had not prebooked tickets so unsure if we could join the group. Luckily, we joined the group and made our way down the tunnels. Incredible these were hand dug by the local people for the civil war refugees, and after, it was used for the WW2 bombardment. They are fairly well lit, and do not feel really closed-in. 35,000 people sheltered in the tunnels, just incredible that they could find safety here. There is an operating theatre and medical room, also a store room and some others that are unavailable to enter. It is a good walk, about 1km with the tour guide explaining as you go. The tour is only in Spanish currently, however the guide was really helpful talking to us after, and if we had any questions along the way. The re-enactment of the bombardment through the lighting & speakers made it seem almost real! It must have been very frightening, but also a sense of safety and unity. Well worth a visit.

5. Los Millares - Museo Arqueologico de Almeria

Carretera Ronda 91 Venta Los Millares, 04005, Almeria Spain +34 677 90 34 04 [email protected] http://www.losmillares.info/
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4.5 based on 83 reviews

Los Millares - Museo Arqueologico de Almeria

6. Aula del Mar

Calle Puerto S/n, 04740, Roquetas de Mar Spain +34 663 99 99 58 [email protected] http://www.turismoroquetasdemar.es/lugares/aula-del-mar/
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4.5 based on 31 reviews

Aula del Mar

Le invitamos a participar en este espacio de encuentro donde descubriran y experimentaran las relaciones con el mar de forma respetuosa y de manera interactiva. Vivimos en un ecosistema maritimo-terrestre, en el que participamos, con el que interactuamos, y al que debemos entender, porque como decia Jacques Cousteau, -Solo amamos lo que conocemos-

7. Arte21 Almeria

Calle de Las Tiendas 20, 04003, Almeria Spain +34 950 27 77 05 [email protected] http://www.arte21almeria.es/
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

Arte21 Almeria

Art Gallery and framing workshop, located in the heart of old downtown Almeria. two art rooms with temporary exhibitions of photography, painting, engravings, and digital prints.

8. Centro de Interpretacion Patrimonial de Almeria

Calle Marin 17 Junto a Plaza Vieja, 04003, Almeria Spain +34 950 21 05 38 http://www.almeriacultura.com/index.php?option=com_eventlist&view=venueevents&id=110:centro-de-interpretacion-patrimonial-cip&Itemid=112
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4.5 based on 66 reviews

Centro de Interpretacion Patrimonial de Almeria

9. Galeria de Arte Trino Tortosa

Calle del Doctor Gomez Ulla 8, 04001, Almeria Spain +34 679 18 84 06 [email protected] http://trinotortosa.com/
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Galeria de Arte Trino Tortosa

Art Gallery Trino Tortosa in the center of Almeria, where you can admire the paintings by the best watercolor artist Alvaro Castagnet in the world. You can also enjoy the courses that are taught from initiation to watercolor.

10. Casa del Cine

Camino del Romero 1, 04009, Almeria Spain +34 950 21 00 30
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4.0 based on 90 reviews

Casa del Cine

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