Museum
Cartagena Naval Museum
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The Cartagena Naval Museum, housed in a former 18th-century military building, chronicles Spain's naval history with a focus on the Mediterranean. Its collection includes detailed ship models, navigational instruments, historic maps, and weaponry. A highlight is the submarine Peral, an early electric-powered submarine designed by Isaac Peral in the 1880s, displayed in a dedicated hall. The museum offers insight into Cartagena's role as a key naval base and Spain's maritime exploits.
Don't miss
- See the pioneering submarine Peral, one of the world's first electric submarines.
- Browse the extensive collection of model ships from different centuries.
- Examine antique maps and navigation tools used by Spanish explorers.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Cartagena Naval Museum
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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