Overview
The Archaeological Museum occupies the Renaissance Pavilion from the 1929 Exposition, displaying artefacts from prehistoric Andalusia through Roman Italica and Moorish Al-Andalus.
Highlights
- Carambolo Treasure: A stunning gold Tartessian hoard (7th century BC).
- Roman sculptures: Finds from nearby Italica, including a large Trajan head.
- Moorish artefacts: Ceramics, metalwork, and inscriptions from Al-Andalus.
History
Founded in 1879, the museum moved to the 1929 Exposition's Renaissance Pavilion in the 1940s.
Visitor Tips
- Free for EU citizens: Non-EU ~€1.50.
- Plaza de América: Pair with the neighbouring arts museum.
- Duration: 45–60 minutes.