Museo De Bellas Artes De Sevilla

About

The Museum of Fine Arts of Seville (Museo de Bellas Artes de Sevilla) is a premier Spanish art museum located in the historic Plaza del Museo in the heart of Seville. Housed in a former 16th‑century monastery that once served as the Convent of the Merced of the Calzada de la Asunción, the museum showcases an extensive collection of Spanish fine‑art masterpieces from the medieval era to the early twentieth century. Visitors can admire works by the Golden‑Age masters—Murillo, Zurbarán, Valdés Leal, the young Goya, and others—alongside notable pieces by Francisco de Herrera and Joaquín Rodríguez. The building itself, designed by architect Juan de Oviedo y de la Bandera, blends Renaissance and Baroque elements, making the museum as impressive architecturally as the art it houses. Open daily, the museum offers a comprehensive journey through Spain’s artistic evolution, making it a must‑visit destination for art lovers and culture enthusiasts alike.

At a glance

• Typical visit: about 1 hour 30 minutes