Museo de las Cortes de Cádiz

The Museo de las Cortes de Cádiz is a history museum in Cádiz that displays collections from the 18th and 19th centuries. The exhibits feature weapons, medals, flags, and constitutional documents that trace Spain's political and military development during this period.

The museum was founded in 1912 to commemorate the centenary of Spain's 1812 Constitution, the nation's first democratic constitution. The institution was established to honor this historic turning point in Spanish political life.

The museum displays paintings that capture the moment Spain adopted its first democratic constitution, showing how artists of that era understood this turning point. These works reflect the artistic response to a transformative political event.

The museum is typically open on weekday mornings and offers facilities for people with reduced mobility. Visitors should check current opening hours in advance, as schedules can change seasonally.

The museum houses a detailed mahogany and ivory scale model of Cádiz from 1777 that was commissioned by King Carlos III. This crafted model captures the city's urban layout and offers a window into how the port city was organized centuries ago.

Location: Cádiz

Inception: October 5, 1912

Part of: Lugares de las Cortes y la Constitución de 1812

Address: C/ Santa Inés, núm. 9

Website: http://turismo.cadiz.es

GPS coordinates: 36.53275,-6.29962

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:03