Museu de Menorca ( Museum of Menorca), Mahon (must see)
The Museum of Menorca is one of the island鈥檚 foremost cultural institutions, offering visitors a clear window into its historical and archaeological heritage. Set within the former Convent of Jesus, a Franciscan monastery founded in the 15th century, the museum occupies a site that is itself part of Menorca鈥檚 heritage.
Its permanent displays trace Menorca鈥檚 story across the centuries, from the prehistoric Talayotic culture to the Roman, Byzantine, medieval, Moorish, Catalan, British, French, and modern Spanish periods. Among the highlights are collections of stone tools, pottery, architectural remains, sacred art, household items, maps, and paintings.
A distinctive feature of the museum is the way its setting contributes to the visit. The cloister, galleries, and wings preserve the atmosphere of the old monastery, while the complex also houses restoration workshops, a library, and spaces for temporary exhibitions and cultural programs.
Its permanent displays trace Menorca鈥檚 story across the centuries, from the prehistoric Talayotic culture to the Roman, Byzantine, medieval, Moorish, Catalan, British, French, and modern Spanish periods. Among the highlights are collections of stone tools, pottery, architectural remains, sacred art, household items, maps, and paintings.
A distinctive feature of the museum is the way its setting contributes to the visit. The cloister, galleries, and wings preserve the atmosphere of the old monastery, while the complex also houses restoration workshops, a library, and spaces for temporary exhibitions and cultural programs.
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Museu de Menorca ( Museum of Menorca) on Map
Sight Name: Museu de Menorca ( Museum of Menorca)
Sight Location: Mahon, Spain (See walking tours in Mahon)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Sight Location: Mahon, Spain (See walking tours in Mahon)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
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Mah贸n, the capital of Menorca, is a charming port city renowned for its picturesque harbor, historic architecture, and vibrant cultural life. The city boasts one of the largest natural harbors in the Mediterranean, where visitors can enjoy scenic waterfront walks, boat tours, and a variety of restaurants and caf茅s offering fresh seafood. Mah贸n鈥檚 old town is full of narrow streets,... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles