Museo Armeria Vitoria
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Why go
- Spanish, German and Italian armour for jousting, war and ceremonies, dating from the 15th to 17th centuries.
- Late 19th- and early 20th-century pistols and revolvers reflecting the Basque Country’s arms-making industry.
Opening hours
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MondayClosed
Tuesday10:00 – 14:00, 16:00 – 18:30
Wednesday10:00 – 14:00, 16:00 – 18:30
Thursday10:00 – 14:00, 16:00 – 18:30
Friday10:00 – 14:00, 16:00 – 18:30
Saturday10:00 – 14:00, 16:00 – 18:30
SundayClosed
Don't miss
- Angiolillo’s revolverUsed by Michele Angiolillo to assassinate Antonio Cánovas del Castillo on 8 August 1897.
- Objects from José Bonaparte’s carriagesBattle exhibits include captured objects alongside participants’ weapons, uniforms and personal belongings.Battle display
- Wellington and General ÁlavaA pistol and tea set given by Wellington appear alongside General Álava’s sash and campaign sword.Battle display
- Napoleon’s Imperial Guard sabresRegulation sabres belonging to officers of Napoleon Bonaparte’s Imperial Guard.
Tours and audio guides
- Audio guide
- Free audio guides are available at reception.
- Guided visits
- The museum offers guided and activity-led visits.
Interesting facts3
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1941
The arms collection exhibited from 1941 included swords, armour and crossbows from the 15th to 18th centuries.
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The early arms museum shared premises with the Álava archaeology museum.
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1963
The last and largest in a series of temporary exhibitions took place in 1963, marking the battle’s 150th anniversary.
Musée d'armurerie d'Alava - Wikipedia
History
- OriginsLocal businessman and patron Félix Alfaro Fournier assembled arms from different countries and periods and donated his collection to the Álava provincial authority.
- 1941Arms from the collection went on display at Casa de Álava.
- 29 October 1966The collection opened at Casa Armera de los Gobeo-Guevara San Juan in Vitoria’s old town.
- 1975The collection moved to purpose-built annexes beside Ajuria Enea Palace, its present location.
- 1988Félix Alfaro Fournier’s service as the museum’s first director ended.
With kids
- The museum offers family programs and educational workshops.
Tips for your visit
- Download an audio guide from the museum website, or access its content through gallery QR codes on your mobile device.
- Ask at reception for a free cane seat to use during your visit.
How to get there
- On footFind the museum in purpose-built annexes beside Ajuria Enea Palace on Paseo de Fray Francisco.
Accessibility
- Accessible entrances, toilets and lifts
- Wheelchairs Free wheelchairs are available on request at reception.
- Hearing loop Fitted at reception.
Sources: Museo de Armería de Álava - Wikipedia · Museo de armería de Álava - armamuseoa · Visita - armamuseoa · Historia del museo - armamuseoa · Musée d'armurerie d'Alava - Wikipedia · checked 4 Oct 2026
Where
Paseo Fray Francisco de Vitoria 3, Vitoria Gasteiz Province of Alava Basque Country
- Website
- armamuseoa.eus/es
- Phone
- +34 945 18 19 25
Questions and answers
Can I bring a guide dog to Museo Armeria Vitoria?
Yes, guide dogs are allowed inside.
Are reading aids available at Museo Armeria Vitoria?
Yes, the museum offers a kit of assistive tools to make reading easier.
Is Museo Armeria Vitoria inside Ajuria Enea Palace?
The collection occupies annex buildings beside the palace.
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