About
The Museo de Bellas Artes de Valencia, also known in English as the Fine Arts Museum of Valencia, is one of Spain's important art galleries. Its collection covers works from the 14th to the 19th centuries, so a visit moves across several centuries of painting and sculpture in one building.
What to look for
- Valencian primitives: the museum is particularly notable for its holdings of early works from the Valencian school, a strong reason to visit for anyone interested in the region's medieval and Renaissance art.
- Works by Sorolla: paintings by Joaquín Sorolla, a Valencian artist, give the collection a more modern note after the older galleries.
Planning your visit
The museum is on Carrer de Sant Pius V, 9, in the city of Valencia, capital of the Valencian Community on Spain's east coast. Its address places it within the city, so it can be combined easily with other stops on a walking route. To check opening arrangements or ask a question before you go, you can call +34 963 87 03 00.
For many visitors, the museum suits a slower part of the day, when a few hours among paintings and sculptures makes a good counterpoint to the city's streets and outdoor life. Those who enjoy following an artist's development, or who want to see the regional school that shaped Valencian painting, will find it especially rewarding.