El Museo Canario
An archaeological museum devoted to the ancient Canarian indigenous culture, with mummies, skulls and pottery on display.
Founded in 1879, El Museo Canario is the most important archaeological museum in the Canary Islands. Its collections include indigenous mummies excavated from the Guayadeque Gorge and other sites, large numbers of skulls, pottery, clay figurines and the "pintaderas" (carved stamps), offering a comprehensive look at island life before the Spanish conquest. Admission is about €5. Located in the old town of Vegueta, it is a three-minute walk from the cathedral.
Opening hours
Mon–Fri approx. 10:00–20:00; weekends until 14:00
Nearby sights
- Vegueta
- Cathedral of Santa Ana
- Casa de Colón
- Mercado de Vegueta
- Las Canteras Beach
- Poema del Mar
- Jardín Botánico Canario Viera y Clavijo
- Caldera de Bandama