Casa de Colón

The Casa de Colón Museum is a must see when you’re in town. Most of the space is dedicated to the voyages of Christopher Columbus, the focus is really on the nautical aspects: If you like maps and ship models you will love the exhibition. It is not really about his personal life story. The whole museum is really well maintained. Prices are very reasonable (4 EUR for adults and free admission for under 18 year olds). The museum also offers a free restroom. The gift shop is also above the average: It does not contain a lot, but there is a very well curated selection of books, artwork and jewelry.

I enjoyed my wander around especially the beautiful inner courtyards and understanding better the connection of GC to Columbus. Some placards are translated into English but many others are not. The crypt was closed. I’m not sure it’s worth 4 euros. I was in there maybe 20 minutes? Lots of facsimiles of the letters Columbus wrote as well as many maps. Some paintings of limited quality.

Very beautiful experience. Place is well organised and almost no wait. There is a shop at the exit. You can spend around 1 hour and enjoy. There is free bathrooms. Your free to wonder around. Lots of maps and restaurants from the 1500-1600. Lots of artillery weapons. Few model ships. Multiple paintings by Spanish artists although not a big fan. Definitely a wonderful place to pass by for tourists if your into history.

Absolutely worth a visit, particularly the collection of maps1q2; most descriptions are bilingual and there's an audioguide available. Be sure to look in every room for the hidden details. Missing a bit more AV interactivity who kids and adults alike

Meh the upper floor and basement are both CLOSED (they do have a sign at entrance). Almost nothing original (all nice fascimiles of originals held at other museums). The few original items are some unremarkable paintings by unknown authors. Almost no languages on any of the displays other than Spanish. The good things is entry is only 4Euro, but even at that price not really worth it and wait until the whole museum is available. For me, not able to read Spanish and with 2/3 floors closed, this was a 10 minute visit. I recommend admiring the exterior for free and wander through this beautiful section of old town instead.

Nice museum, it is the house of Columbus, nice exhibitions, definetely worth the price. If you are into history is a must-see, if not, you can spend 25-30 minutes wondering. Enjoy!

Very interesting building. One of the ‘must-see’ museums if you are interested in historical monuments. The ground floor is dedicated to history, maps, and illustrations of the Colon’s trips. The upper floor is mostly a gallery exhibition, which has nothing to do with Sir Colon, but worth looking at. Some of the paintings are quite breathtaking.

Relatively small museum but very impressive. Worth having a wander around. Tickets are € 4,- per person.