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Huesca Museum

1 Plaza Universidad, Huesca, Aragón

Description

The Museum of Huesca comprises an archaeological and a fine arts sections. It is housed in two buildings: the baroque Sertorian University of Huesca with its octagonal courtyard and the 12th century Palace of the Kings of Aragon where the Throne, Bell and Queen Petronila Rooms are located. The Archaeological collections consist of artefacts from the Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages as well as Iberian and Roman ceramic pieces, and Islamic fabrics. The Fine Arts collections span the 12th to 20th century religious paintings and sculptures.

Access & Transport

The museum is on University Square, next to the Cathedral. The city of Huesca is 75km northeast of Zaragoza along the A-23. There are also direct trains linking the cities in 1h30mins.

Instructions & Recommendations

We suggest combining this activity with a visit of the Cathedral.

Meta review

Consistent online reviews, mostly from regional travellers who enjoy learning more about the history of the province since the Stone Age over 4 rooms and the impressive Throne Room, Bell Room and Doña Petronila Room. The free entrance aspect is well noted.

Environmental & Social

Low carbon footprint and repurposing of existing buildings. Helps preserve the province's archaeological and artistic heritages + educational aspect

Conclusion

A compact and interesting provincial museum worth spending 1+h to learn more about the area and admire some regional art.

Key positive

The rooms in the Palace of the Kings of Aragon

Free and centrally located

Key negative

No standout artwork or artefacts

Suitability

There are no mentions of barriers for visitors with reduced mobility, but we are unsure

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 30m

est. visit time:1h 15m

Regulated hours
Period 1

MONDAY -

TUESDAY10:00 - 14:00

WEDNESDAY10:00 - 14:00

THURSDAY10:00 - 14:00

FRIDAY10:00 - 14:00

SATURDAY10:00 - 14:00

SUNDAY10:00 - 14:00

Period 2

MONDAY -

TUESDAY17:00 - 20:00

WEDNESDAY17:00 - 20:00

THURSDAY17:00 - 20:00

FRIDAY17:00 - 20:00

SATURDAY17:00 - 20:00

SUNDAY -

Pricing
Free

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