Archaeological Museum

The Archaeological Museum in Bilbao is housed in a historic building across three floors with exhibition spaces. The collection displays objects spanning from prehistoric periods through the nineteenth century, organized by time periods and themes.

The building originally functioned as a railway station from 1895, connecting Bilbao to the Asua Valley and housing a chapel for cemetery operations. Its transformation into a museum reflects how the structure found new purpose for cultural uses.

The collection presents regional development across seven distinct periods, from Paleolithic times to the Medieval era, through objects that reveal how people lived and worked. Visitors experience daily life and cultural practices across these centuries through the displayed artifacts.

The museum is located in the historic old town and is easily accessible on foot, with clear signage throughout the three floors. Plan for at least a few hours to get a good overview of the collections.

The museum features interactive digital screens that let visitors virtually explore prehistoric caves and see how early people lived in those spaces. This technology offers an immersive look at daily life from different millennia.

Location: Bilbao

Location: Biscay

Location: Basque Country

Address: Mallona Galtzadak, 2. 48006 Bilbo

Phone: +34944040990

Website: http://bizkaikoa.bizkaia.eus/detalleContenido.asp?id=68&t=1

GPS coordinates: 43.25870,-2.92163

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:48