Museu Arqueològic de Gandia

Museu Arqueològic de Gandia (MAGa) is the archaeological museum of Gandia, dedicated to the prehistoric heritage of the La Safor region. Open since 1972, it occupies a historic building in the heart of the city.

Where is the museum and what's special about the building?

MAGa is located at Carrer de l'Hospital 20, in Gandia's old town. The building itself is a highlight in its own right: it was founded in the 14th century as a hospital by Alfons el Vell, the first Duke of Gandia, and its architecture follows the Valencian Gothic style. Converted into a museum, it kept much of its medieval atmosphere, which makes browsing the collection feel like stepping into a different era before you even reach the display cases.

What can you see inside?

The permanent collection focuses on the prehistory of La Safor, tracing the story from Paleolithic hunter-gatherer groups through Neolithic farming and herding communities to the Metal Age. Star pieces come from three key sites: Cova del Bolomor in Tavernes de la Valldigna, Cova del Parpalló, and Cova de les Meravelles in Gandia itself. It was actually the scientific importance of Cova del Parpalló — one of Europe's most significant Paleolithic sites — that drove the creation of the museum in the first place. A future expansion is planned, adding a new wing devoted to later antiquity, covering the Iberian, Roman and Visigothic periods.

When should you visit, and how much does it cost?

The museum is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 19:00, and on Sundays and public holidays from 10:00 to 14:00. General admission is 2 euros, with a reduced rate of 1 euro for groups, visitors under 25 and over 65. Entry is free on Sundays and holidays, and always free for children under 7 — making MAGa one of the most affordable cultural stops in the city.

How do you get there?

The museum sits right in Gandia's historic center, close to the town's other landmarks, so it's easiest to reach on foot while exploring the old quarter. Its address on Carrer de l'Hospital makes it a natural stop to combine with a walk through the surrounding streets.

Who is this museum for?

MAGa suits anyone curious about the early inhabitants of the Valencian coast, and it also works well for families — the collection is compact, the entry fee is low, and a visit doesn't take long while still giving a clear picture of the region's deep past. It pairs naturally with a visit to Gandia's old town and the Borgia ducal palace nearby.

Frequently asked questions

Where exactly is the Museu Arqueològic de Gandia located? At Carrer de l'Hospital 20, inside the historic former Hospital de Sant Marc building in Gandia's old town.

How much does admission cost? General admission is 2 euros, reduced admission 1 euro. Entry is free on Sundays, public holidays, and for children under 7.

What are the opening hours? Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 19:00, and Sundays and holidays from 10:00 to 14:00.

What is the highlight of the collection? Finds from the caves of Bolomor, Parpalló and Les Meravelles, spanning the Paleolithic to the Metal Age, displayed inside a 14th-century Valencian Gothic hospital building.