About
The Museo Carmen Thyssen Málaga is a museum in the centre of Málaga, in Andalusia, Spain. It is housed at Calle Compañía 10, in a restored 16th-century palace, so the building is part of the visit as much as the works on its walls.
What you will see
The museum holds an important collection of 19th-century Spanish painting. Its focus is Andalusian art and costumbrismo, the genre that depicts everyday customs, people and scenes of regional life. For visitors interested in how Spain saw itself in that century, the collection gives a clear and concentrated picture.
Why it suits a visit
- A restored palace setting, with rooms that show the historic building.
- A focused collection, easy to take in during a single visit.
- A strong link to Andalusia, useful if you are exploring the region.
Because the collection concentrates on one period and one region, it works well as a stop between other sights in Málaga rather than as a full day out. Visitors who enjoy painting and regional history will likely get the most from it.
To check current details before you go, you can call the museum on +34 902 303 131. The museum is also known as the Carmen Thyssen Museum Malaga.
