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Audio Guide National Museum of Underwater Archaeology (ARQUA)

4.4(4,023 reviews)
Duration: 32 min
National Museum of Underwater Archaeology (ARQUA)
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About this place

Spain's national museum dedicated to underwater archaeology, housing treasures including artefacts from the frigate Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes and Phoenician vessels.

Practical information

P.º Alfonso XII, 22, 30202 Cartagena, Murcia, España
Opening hoursTuesday: 09:30 - 19:45 Wednesday: 09:30 - 19:45 Thursday: 09:30 - 19:45 Friday: 09:30 - 19:45 Saturday: 09:30 - 19:45 Sunday: 10:00 - 14:45
Wheelchair accessible
Official website+34 968 12 11 66See more on Google Maps

Editorial summary

Museo dedicado a restos arqueológicos subacuáticos como naufragios, tesoros y fósiles.

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Google Reviews

S
SALVA

Impresionante muestra de restos arqueológicos subacuáticos en pleno puerto de Catagenaña, España. No quiero ni pensar lo que tienen guardado. Es una pena que las visitas guiadas sean sólo en fines de semana. Si vas por la zona merece la pena hacer una pausa y disfrutar de la visita.

T
Tru Glup

Magnífico museo de la arqueología subacuática con una gran colección de piezas e información. Ya solo por ver el tesoro recuperado de La Mercedes ya merece la pena. Además suelen hacer exposiciones temporales, durante mi visita estaba dedicada a los fenicios.

M
Mary Fernandez

Perfecto para amantes de la historia marítima, familias con interés en arqueología y visitantes curiosos. Es un sitio moderno a la vez que moderno. Súper ordenado y original. Tienen proyecciones audiovisuales muy interesantes. Tienen una colección de monedas antiguas muy interesantes. Lo recomiendo 100% para pasar un buen rato y que a la vez aprendes cosas muy interesantes. Por cierto hay taquillas a la entrada donde podrás dejar tu mochila si no quieres ir cargado. Saludos. Espero haber ayudado a alguien.

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Points included in this audio guide

1
Permanent Exhibition

Permanent Exhibition

Main exhibition showcasing the history of Mediterranean underwater cultural heritage from the 7th century BC to the 20th century.

2
Ocean Navigation

Ocean Navigation

Section opened in 2014 displaying the cargo from the frigate Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes.

3
Lucernario

Lucernario

A striking window onto the plaza, displaying suspended iron structures of a Greek kyrenia and a medieval cog.

4
Amphorae Collection

Amphorae Collection

An extensive collection of Phoenician, Punic and Roman amphorae used for the transport of liquid goods.

5
Phoenician Ships of Mazarrón

Phoenician Ships of Mazarrón

Exceptional remains of two vessels from the 7th century BC, Mazarrón I and a reconstruction of Mazarrón II.

6
Phoenician Elephant Tusks

Phoenician Elephant Tusks

A remarkable collection of elephant tusks from the Phoenician period, recovered from a cargo discovered in the waters off Cape Palos.

7
Underwater Research Centre

Underwater Research Centre

A facility housing a laboratory, restoration workshop, drawing studio and specialist library dedicated to underwater archaeology.

8
Anchor of the Frigate Juno

Anchor of the Frigate Juno

Anchor from the frigate that sank in the 18th century off the coast of the United States, bearing the message 'A legacy to protect'.

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8 points of interest included
  • 1.Permanent Exhibition
  • 2.Ocean Navigation
  • 3.Lucernario
  • 4.Amphorae Collection
  • 5.Phoenician Ships of Mazarrón
  • 6.Phoenician Elephant Tusks
  • 7.Underwater Research Centre
  • 8.Anchor of the Frigate Juno

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