Museo de Tapices de La Seo de Zaragoza
Museum in the cathedral of the Saviour (La Seo) with one of the finest collections of Flemish tapestries from the 15th to the 17th centuries.
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About the museum
The Museum of Tapestries occupies former rooms of the cathedral of the Saviour, known as La Seo, and displays part of the tapestry collection of the Metropolitan Chapter of Zaragoza. The collection took shape from the 16th century with pieces donated by Aragonese nobles and members of the Church, and it was first shown to the public in the 20th century, in an opening that the municipal listing dates to 1929 and 1938.
Tapestries from the 15th, 16th and 17th centuries are displayed, mostly of Flemish origin, together with a small selection of goldwork and painting. Notable is the Passion of Christ series, made up of two large tapestries from the early 15th century, among other pieces considered of great value to Spanish heritage.
La Seo is one of the two cathedrals of Zaragoza. It was built on the former Roman forum, the Visigothic church and the city's main mosque, and combines styles from Romanesque to Neoclassical; its Mudéjar wall forms part of the complex declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2001.
Highlights
- Flemish tapestries from the 15th to the 17th centuries
- Passion of Christ series, with two large tapestries from the early 15th century
- Small selection of goldwork and painting
- Visit to the interior of the cathedral of the Saviour, in styles from Romanesque to Neoclassical
Permanent exhibition
- Colección de tapices – Flemish tapestries of the 15th, 16th and 17th centuries, including the Passion of Christ series, together with a small selection of goldwork and painting.
- Founded
- 1932
- Operated by
- Cabildo Metropolitano de Zaragoza
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €10 |
|---|---|
| Reduced | –Discounts and free admission are available for students, seniors, children and people with disabilities |
Free admission: Residents of Aragon: free admission on certain days of the month, usually Tuesdays, with a document proving residence
The general admission is a combined ticket and includes the visit to the cathedral of the Saviour and the Museum of Tapestries.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking
- Service dogs welcome
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
Reserved accessible parking and admission of guide dogs.
Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
By car
- Accessible parking
Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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