Museo Histórico Militar — Attraction in Valencia

This museum is largely one for the specialists. I did enjoy it overall. If you are just a passing visitor I am not sure it would be for you. This is why I gave it 3 stars, for specialists no doubt higher.

There are well displayed items of military history, beware weapons of all kinds are on display and may upset some people (the clue is in the museums name).

There is a lot to read in the museum and a fair bit of it also in English, for those of us who's Spanish needs work (me) it was a challenge. This is not a criticism just the reality, it's a Spansih museum after all.

The staff were friendly and helped me when required.

The Playmobile displays were really fantastic and likely would suit many visitors, you do need to get past some more serious sections to see this.

In all honesty I was looking for more information on the civil war, appreciate the museum tries not to be political, however it does seem like more perspective could be brought here (just my view). I suspect many visitors may feel the same. The art works in the section on the civil war are very powerful. Also worth noting, again, not everything was translated so possibly more info in the...

Tucked away near the old Turia riverbed, the Museo Histórico Militar is a hidden gem for history buffs and anyone curious about Spain’s military past. This compact museum, housed in a modest building, surprised me with its 22 rooms packed with authentic artifacts think cannons from the Napoleonic Wars, Spanish Civil War relics, and an impressive collection of 19th- and 20th-century firearms. The inner courtyard, with its display of military equipment, feels like stepping into a time capsule.What I loved most was how the exhibits tell a story of Spain’s military evolution, though some signage could use more English translations for international visitors. It’s not flashy like bigger museums, but the free entry and the passion behind the collection make it worth a visit. Perfect for a quick 1-hour stop, especially if you’re exploring nearby Jardines del Turia. Tip: bring a curious kid or a history nerd they’ll...

An absolute must for military history enthusiasts. This is what I would call a "classic" museum, where the curators focus on packing in as much as possible, and don't allow genuinely fascinating artifacts to be replaced by pointless modern interactive exhibits. Most of the items had English descriptions which was very welcome for me, a foreigner. Soldiers also visit the museum often and I got talking to one of them on my way out. We had a wonderful discussion in broken English, and he was genuinely interested in my opinions on the museum and what I enjoyed the most - a true professional, and a credit to the Spanish Army. Allow yourself plenty of time (2-3 hours) - I had to leave early to account for the museum's lunch break despite spending 90...