La Casa de la Ciencia, Seville

Historic Building and Museum in Seville

Whale in entrance of Science Museum Seville
Whale in entrance of Science Museum Seville
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Casa de la Ciencia de Sevilla is a science museum set inside Seville's Peru Pavilion, a striking 1929 exposition building beside Parque de María Luisa and a short stroll from Plaza de España. The moment you walk up to it, the place feels different from a standard museum: part civic monument, part learning hub, and very much designed for curious browsing rather than “read every label” intensity.

Inside, it's a relaxed, engaging mix of permanent galleries and changing exhibitions, plus a planetarium that's especially popular with families and anyone who likes a little wonder in the middle of a city day. If you're building a balanced itinerary, this is one of the things to do in Seville when you want something educational, air-conditioned, and genuinely fun, and it slots neatly into a walking tour of Seville that includes the 1929 park area.

History and Significance of the Casa de la Ciencia de Sevilla

The museum’s home is part of Seville’s architectural legacy from the Ibero-American Exposition of 1929, when the city reshaped this whole area with monumental pavilions and landscaped public spaces. The Peru Pavilion stands out for its distinctive exterior, reflecting the influence of architect Manuel Piqueras Cotolí, known for blending colonial and indigenous motifs in a style that feels both decorative and symbolic.

That setting matters because Casa de la Ciencia de Sevilla isn’t just “science in a room”; it’s science housed inside a building created to represent identity, culture, and international connections. Visiting today, you get a two-for-one experience: a museum visit and a close look at one of the exposition-era buildings that helped define modern Seville’s most elegant park district.

Since opening as a public science venue, the museum has leaned into accessible, public-facing science: the kind that makes big themes feel approachable. It’s a reminder that Seville’s cultural life isn’t only palaces and baroque churches-there’s also a lively tradition of public education and exhibitions that invite everyone in.

Things to See and Do in the Casa de la Ciencia de Sevilla

Start with the permanent exhibitions, which are designed for easy wandering and quick “aha” moments. A Sea of Cetaceans in Andalucía is a crowd-pleaser because it feels immediate and local, connecting you to the marine life off southern Spain and the idea that Andalusia’s biodiversity extends well beyond what you see on land.

GeoSevilla gives you a different angle on the region, focusing on geological change and how landscapes evolve over deep time-surprisingly satisfying if you've been looking at Seville's stone, riverside setting, and parkland and wondering why the city sits where it does. Invertebrates of Andalusia rounds out the trio with a playful, slightly quirky focus that works well for kids and for adults who secretly like the “weird and wonderful” side of nature.

The planetarium is the other headline experience, and it’s worth timing your visit around a show if you can. It’s not just about stars; it’s about perspective, and it’s a lovely reset if you’ve been doing dense sightseeing. On weekends, workshops and guided activities often add extra energy, making the museum feel like a living community space rather than a static display.

Upstairs, temporary exhibitions change the tone and keep the museum feeling current, so it’s always worth checking what’s on when you arrive. Even if you only have an hour, a good strategy is permanent galleries first, then the planetarium, and finish with a quick upstairs look if time allows.

How to Get to the Casa de la Ciencia de Sevilla

If you're flying in, Seville Airport (SVQ) is the nearest airport, and the easiest plan is to get into the city first and then continue to the Parque de María Luisa area by bus, taxi, or on foot depending on where you're staying. For the best deals and a seamless booking experience, check out these flights to Seville on Booking.com. The museum's location near the park makes it especially convenient if you're already planning Plaza de España on the same day.

If you arrive by train, Sevilla Santa Justa is the main station, and from there a short taxi ride or a straightforward city-bus connection gets you to the Prado de San Sebastián area, followed by an easy walk to the pavilion. Train schedules and bookings can be found on Omio. If you’re staying centrally, walking to the museum is often the most pleasant option, because the approach through the park district feels like part of the visit.

Local buses are a practical choice in peak heat, particularly routes that pass near Prado de San Sebastián or along Avenida de María Luisa. If you're driving, aim to park once in a public car park near the park edge and walk the last stretch, rather than trying to navigate tighter central streets. If you are looking to rent a car in Spain I recommend having a look at Discover Cars, first, as they compare prices and review multiple car rental agencies for you.

Practical Tips on Visiting the Casa de la Ciencia de Sevilla

  • Entrance fee: €3 (museum); €3 (planetarium); €5 (combined ticket).
  • Opening hours: Tuesday – Sunday: 10:00–20:00. Closed on Monday (except public holidays). On 24 December, 31 December & 5 January: 10:00–15:00. Closed on 25 December, 01 January & 06 January.
  • Official website: http://www.casadelaciencia.csic.es/
  • Best time to visit: Late morning is ideal if you want a calmer, unhurried feel, while mid-afternoon is perfect if you’re using the museum as a cool break between outdoor sights.
  • How long to spend: Plan 60-90 minutes for the galleries, or 2 hours if you want to add a planetarium show and a relaxed look at any temporary exhibition.
  • Accessibility: The visit is generally manageable, but as a historic pavilion, some routes may be easier than others; plan a slower pace and ask staff for the most step-light path.
  • Facilities: Expect a family-friendly setup with clear signage; bring water for the walk around the park district and consider timing your visit around a planetarium slot.

Where to Stay Close to the Casa de la Ciencia de Sevilla

For a culture-heavy itinerary, the best base is the Historic Centre so you can walk to Seville's headline monuments; if your priority is a greener, calmer stay near the park museums and easy transport links, base yourself around Prado de San Sebastián and El Porvenir.

A very convenient option for this area is Meliá Sevilla, which puts you right by the park district and makes it easy to plan “Plaza de España plus museums” days without extra logistics. For a comfortable stay with strong amenities and a straightforward route into the centre, Hotel Sevilla Center is a reliable pick. If you like being close to Plaza de España and the park edge for early walks and quieter evenings, Hotel Pasarela is a practical base with a very walkable location.

Is the Casa de la Ciencia de Sevilla Worth Visiting?

Yes, especially if you want a lighter, more playful museum that still feels worthwhile for adults. It's an easy way to add variety to a Seville itinerary, and the combination of planetarium, local nature themes, and the 1929 pavilion setting gives it a character that's hard to replicate elsewhere in the city.

What Other Travellers Say...

Reviews Summary

4.3 (2,835)

Casa de la Ciencia, set on Avenida de María Luisa near Plaza de España, is an airy science museum in a historic building featuring permanent and rotating exhibitions plus a planetarium; visitors find it compact but engaging, with interactive VR experiences, touchscreen games and a well-regarded brain exhibition (some individual labels may be only in Spanish while many exhibits offer English translations), low-cost admission, benches and toilets on each floor, and a convenient location for a short, family-friendly visit.

Bjorn Rispens
3 weeks ago
"At the time of visiting quite an interesting exposition on brains with some perculair objects. Pretty small tho and other more standard stuff areonly in Spanish. Very cheap with tickets of only 3€ (2€ for students), so quite a nice thing to do in Sevilla if you have more time..."
Indy Kay
2 months ago
"So cheap, so interesting, there is VR experience and games, the exhibition were very nice, would recommend 100% We visited the brain exhibition,everything had a translation in English, very nice Different exhibition available depending on the times..."
Ömer A
a month ago
"Entrance is 3€ for non-EU citizens. The facade is really unique. There was a exhibition about brain inside."

For Different Travelers

Families with Kids

This is one of the easiest “everyone wins” stops in Seville because the exhibitions are visual, themed, and naturally curiosity-driven. Let kids choose the order, and treat the visit like a series of short discoveries rather than one long museum march.

If you can, plan around a planetarium show and build the rest of the visit around that fixed point. The museum also works well as a reward after a big outdoor sight, because it’s a calmer space where kids can refocus without feeling like they’re being asked to be quiet for too long.

Couples & Romantic Getaways

For couples, the appeal is a slower, slightly off-the-main-track cultural stop that still feels “very Seville” thanks to the 1929 pavilion setting and the park district around it. It's a good way to balance a palace-heavy itinerary with something modern and thoughtful.

Pair it with a walk through Parque de María Luisa or an unhurried coffee nearby, and it becomes a gentle half-day that doesn't feel like checklist tourism. The planetarium can be a surprisingly charming shared experience, especially if you time it as a mid-day pause.

Budget Travelers

The ticket pricing is typically modest for what you get, and the surrounding area gives you plenty of free sightseeing to stack around it. It’s a smart option when you want a paid attraction that doesn’t demand a full day or additional transport spend.

To keep costs tight, combine it with Plaza de España, the park walks, and free exterior architecture around the exposition pavilions. You'll get a full, varied day without constantly reaching for your wallet.

History Buffs

While it’s a science museum, the building itself is a real draw for anyone interested in Seville’s 1929 transformation and the way world’s fairs shaped urban identity. The pavilion’s design gives you a direct connection to that era’s ambitions and aesthetics.

If you enjoy reading cities through their institutions, Casa de la Ciencia de Sevilla is also a good example of how historic structures get repurposed into modern public culture. It's less about ancient history and more about how the 20th century reimagined Seville as an international showcase.

FAQs for Visiting Casa de la Ciencia de Sevilla

Getting There

It’s in the Peru Pavilion beside Parque de María Luisa, close to Plaza de España and the 1929 exposition zone. It’s an easy stop to combine with the park and nearby museums.
Walk toward Plaza de España first and then continue through the park-edge streets along Avenida de María Luisa. It’s flat and scenic, and it feels like a natural transition from old-town streets to the greener park district.
The simplest option is a short taxi ride to the Prado de San Sebastián area and then a quick walk. Public buses also work well if you prefer a cheaper route and don’t mind a little extra time.
There’s no guarantee of easy street parking in the area at busy times, especially on weekends. If you have a car, it’s usually better to park once in a public garage and walk the final stretch.

Tickets & Entry

You can often decide on the day, but booking ahead helps if you’re set on a specific planetarium session. It’s also a good idea during school-holiday periods when family visits spike.
Most visitors do the permanent exhibitions plus any temporary show that’s running upstairs. The planetarium is usually treated as an add-on, so it’s worth planning your timing if you want both.
People sometimes forget that planetarium sessions can have fixed start times and limited capacity. Arriving a little early keeps the visit relaxed and helps you avoid missing a show slot.

Visiting Experience

An hour is enough for a satisfying highlights loop through the permanent exhibitions. If you want the planetarium too, plan closer to 90 minutes so you’re not rushing between spaces.
It’s worth it if you want one “lighter” cultural stop that balances Seville’s heavier monuments. If your day is fully packed, it’s also a good backup option when heat or crowds make outdoor sightseeing less appealing.
A strong mini-route is Plaza de España, a short loop through Parque de María Luisa, and then the museum as a cool-down stop. It’s a satisfying mix of architecture, outdoors, and indoor exhibits without long travel time.

Tours, Context & Itineraries

Many standard tours focus on the cathedral and royal-palace core, so it’s not always included. It’s easy to add yourself if your route already passes through the 1929 park district.
Independent visits work well because the exhibitions are designed for self-guided browsing. A guided activity is most worthwhile on weekends, when workshops and demonstrations can add extra context and energy.
Start at Plaza de España, walk a gentle park loop, and finish at Casa de la Ciencia de Sevilla for exhibitions and a planetarium show if timing fits. It’s compact, scenic, and easy to adjust depending on weather and energy.

Photography

The exterior pavilion architecture is excellent for photos, especially if you like patterned façades and 1920s-era details. Inside, the best photos are usually the building spaces and exhibition design rather than objects behind glass.
Late morning gives cleaner light on the pavilion façade and more even tones in the park district. Late afternoon can be warmer and softer, especially around the nearby plazas and tree-lined paths.
Rules can vary by exhibition and temporary shows, so check signage as you enter each area. The planetarium is typically not a place for photography during sessions.

Accessibility & Facilities

The visit is generally manageable, but pavilion layouts can include a few bottlenecks and route choices that are easier than others. Staff can usually point you toward the most accessible path through the exhibitions.
Yes, you can expect basic visitor facilities for a standard museum visit. It’s still a good idea to plan a café stop nearby if you’re making this part of a longer park-and-museums day.
The surrounding park district is full of benches and shaded spots, making it easy to pause before or after your visit. This is one reason the museum pairs so well with a slower-paced day in the area.
Yes, it’s one of Seville’s easier museum visits with children because the themes are visual and the pace can be flexible. A lightweight stroller is typically the least stressful option for moving between rooms and levels.

Food & Breaks Nearby

Prado de San Sebastián and the streets near the park edge are convenient for quick, practical options. If you want something more atmospheric, head back toward the historic centre after your visit and make lunch part of the walk.
This museum pairs well with a tapas-focused afternoon in the centre because you can keep the day varied without overloading on interiors. It also works well before an evening stroll in the park district, when the area feels calmer.

Safety & Timing

The park district is generally pleasant, especially along the main, well-lit routes. As always in a tourist city, keep an eye on belongings and stick to busier streets if you’re walking late.
Earlier visits tend to feel calmer and more spacious, particularly if families arrive later. Later in the day works well if you’re using the museum as a break from outdoor heat and want an easy, low-effort cultural stop.

Nearby Attractions to the Casa de la Ciencia de Sevilla

  • Metropol Parasol (Las Setas): A striking modern landmark with rooftop views and an easy, walkable route from Calle Cuna.
  • Iglesia del Salvador: A richly decorated baroque church that adds a strong architectural contrast to the palace’s house-museum feel.
  • Plaza de San Francisco: A classic central square that’s ideal for people-watching and a natural link between old-town sights.
  • Seville Cathedral and the Giralda: The city's essential landmark complex, reachable on foot through the historic lanes.
  • Museo de Bellas Artes de Sevilla: A top art museum in a former convent setting, perfect if you want to extend the “interiors and masterpieces” theme.

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Planning Your Visit

Hours:

Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00-20:00.

Closed on Monday (except public holidays).

On 24 December, 31 December & 5 January: 10:00-15:00.

Closed on 25 December, 01 January & 06 January.

Price:

€3 (museum); €3 (planetarium); €5 (combined ticket).

Address: Casa de la Ciencia Av. de María Luisa, s/n, 41013 Sevilla
Seville: 1 km
Telephone: +34 954 232 349
Official Website

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