Archaeological Museum of Asturias' Library, Oviedo

Name: Archaeological Museum of Asturias' Library
Address: Oviedo, Spain

#21 among attractions in Oviedo

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The Archaeological Museum of Asturias is housed in the 16th century Benedictine monastery of Saint Vicente in Oviedo, Asturias, Spain. Its findings include collections of the Asturian Neolithic, Megalithic, Bronze Age, Iron Age, Astur hill fort culture, Roman period, and of the Gothic, Pre-Romanesque and Romanesque periods of the Kingdom of Asturias. The museum also includes sections of Asturian Ethnography, Heraldry, Medieval and Modern Epigraphy, Spanish Numismatics, a European Medal Section, and Armor. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 43°21'47"N, 5°50'33"W

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Oviedo Spain

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Archaeological Museum of Asturias' Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Oviedo Cathedral, Museo Arqueológico de Asturias, Cámara Santa, Plaza de la Escandalera.

~360 ftSW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Oviedo Cathedral, Oviedo
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~90 ftSW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Museo Arqueológico de Asturias, Oviedo
1 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Oviedo, Spain, the Museo Arqueológico de Asturias stands as a guardian of the region's rich past. This museum, housed in the 16th-century Benedictine Monastery of Saint Vincent, is a treasure trove of artifacts that tell the story of...
~300 ftSW
, Pre-romanesque architecture, Church
Cámara Santa, Oviedo
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Oviedo, Spain, the Cámara Santa is a revered pre-Romanesque church that stands as a testament to the rich religious heritage of the region. This sacred chamber, located within the precincts of Oviedo's grand Cathedral of San Salvador, is a...
~1480 ftW
Park
Plaza de la Escandalera, Oviedo
8 min walk • Plaza de la Escandalera is a vibrant urban square located in the heart of Oviedo, the capital city of the Asturias region in northern Spain. This bustling park serves as a central hub for both locals and tourists, providing a scenic spot for relaxation...
~770 ftW
Architecture, Baroque architecture, Palace
Camposagrado Palace, Oviedo
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Oviedo, Spain, the Camposagrado Palace stands as a testament to Baroque architecture and Spanish nobility. This magnificent edifice, constructed in the 18th century, serves as a cultural beacon, inviting visitors to explore its rich history...
~580 ftSW
European fine art from several centuries
Museo de Bellas Artes de Asturias, Oviedo
3 min walk • The Museum of Fine Arts of Asturias is a museum in Oviedo, Asturias, Spain. It is situated within three buildings: the Palacio de Velarde, the House of Oviedo-Portal, and the House of Solís-Carbajal.
~1240 ftSW
Church, Baroque architecture
San Isidoro, Oviedo
6 min walk • Iglesia de San Isidoro is a church in Oviedo, Asturias, Spain. It was opened in 1587.
~720 ftW
Museum, Church
Capilla de la Balesquida, Oviedo
4 min walk • Capilla de la Balesquida is a church in Asturias, Spain. The church was established in 1232.
~420 ftSW
Pre-romanesque architecture, Church
San Tirso, Oviedo
3 min walk • The Church of Saint Thyrsus is a Roman Catholic Asturian Romanesque church situated in Oviedo, in Asturias, northern Spain. The church was established in the 790s.
~70 ftNW
Church
Santa María de la Corte, Oviedo
1 min walk • The Iglesia de Santa María La Real de La Corte is a church in Oviedo, Asturias, Spain. It was established in the mid 16th century.
~170 ftN
Monastery
Monastery of San Vicente de Oviedo, Oviedo
1 min walk • San Vicente de Oviedo is a church and monastery in Oviedo, Spain. Its foundation, in 761, is recorded in a charter known as the Pacto monástico de Oviedo a copy made in the 12th century of the original that is dated 25 November 781 and is considered the earliest document on the...

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Which popular attractions are close to Archaeological Museum of Asturias' Library?

Nearby attractions include Santa María de la Corte, Oviedo (1 min walk), Museo Arqueológico de Asturias, Oviedo (1 min walk), Monastery of San Vicente de Oviedo, Oviedo (1 min walk), Monastery of Saint Pelagius, Oviedo (1 min walk).

How to get to Archaeological Museum of Asturias' Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Archaeological Museum of Asturias' Library:

Bus

Jovellanos • Lines: Búho2 (N2), H1 (2 min walk)
Víctor Chávarri • Lines: H2 (5 min walk)

Train

Oviedo (18 min walk)
Estacion Llamaquique (21 min walk)