Silk Museum Ticket
Description
Explore the significance of the silk trade in Valencia by securing your entry to the remarkable Silk Museum. An insightful audioguide will accompany you as you navigate through its intriguing exhibits.
Reasons to Visit the Valencia Silk Museum
For numerous centuries, Valencia was the center of the Gremi de Velluters, renowned for producing exquisite silk velvet. The flourishing silk industry took root through the skills of Genoese artisans and reached its zenith in the 15th century, ushering in an era of prosperity and grandeur for the city.
The Silk Museum provides an immersive journey into the trade’s history and evolution, highlighting everything from its origins to silkworm breeding and the weaving process. Discover intriguing insights, including the fact that Valencia once boasted nearly 5000 looms. This ticket to the Silk Museum will unveil these and many more captivating details.
During your museum visit, you will have the opportunity to view the tools and equipment employed in loom production, alongside samples of silk velvet and traditional garments crafted from this luxurious material.
Museum Opening Hours
The Silk Museum is accessible from Tuesday to Saturday between 10 am and 7 pm, with visiting hours on Sundays and public holidays from 10 am to 2:30 pm.
What's included
- Admission to the Silk Museum
Cancellation policy
Non rimborsabile
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets.
Important information
On the day of the activity, head to the entrance of the Silk Museum (https://maps.app.goo.gl/nFbbyZSdUC2s7VN49), located at 7, Carrer de l'Hospital.
You'll have to go to the counter at the entrance and show the voucher. There you can scan a QR code to download the audio guide on your mobile phone. Please bring your own headphones.
Museum Opening Times
The Silk Museum is open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 7 pm and on Sundays and holidays from 10 am to 2:30 pm.
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