Dive into History at the Naval Museum of Cartagena
Discover the wonders of maritime history at the Naval Museum of Cartagena, featuring the world's first submarine, Isaac Peral.
Explore the rich maritime heritage of Spain at the Naval Museum of Cartagena, home to the world's first submarine, Isaac Peral. This museum offers an engaging experience for all ages.
A brief summary to Museo Naval de Cartagena - sala del Submarino Isaac Peral - primer submarino del mundo.
- C. Real, 3, Cartagena, Murcia, 30201, ES
- +34968127138
- Visit website
- Tuesday 9 am-2 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-2 pm
- Thursday 9 am-2 pm
- Friday 9 am-2 pm
- Saturday 10 am-2 pm
Local tips
- Visit during weekdays for a quieter experience, as weekends can be busier with tourists.
- Check the museum's website for any special exhibitions or events before your visit.
- Allocate at least two hours to fully explore the exhibits and enjoy the submarine.
- Consider combining your visit with a stroll along the scenic waterfront to enjoy the beautiful views of Cartagena.
Getting There
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Bus
From the Murcia city center, head to the main bus station, Estación de Autobuses de Murcia. You can take bus line 44 or 33, which goes directly to Cartagena. The journey takes about 45 minutes. Once you arrive in Cartagena, get off at the main bus station. From there, you can either walk or take a local bus (line 1 or 2) to Plaza de España. From Plaza de España, walk along Calle Real for about 5 minutes, and you will reach the Museo Naval de Cartagena at C. Real, 3.
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Train
Make your way to the Murcia del Carmen train station. Take a Renfe train towards Cartagena. The train ride is about 30 minutes. Once you arrive at the Cartagena train station, exit and walk towards the city center. Head to Plaza de España, which is about a 10-minute walk. From there, proceed along Calle Real for about 5 minutes to reach the Museo Naval de Cartagena located at C. Real, 3.
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Walking
If you find yourself in central Cartagena, you can easily walk to the Museo Naval de Cartagena. Start at Plaza de España and head towards Calle Real. Continue walking straight on Calle Real for about 5 minutes, and you will find the museum on your left at C. Real, 3.
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Taxi
If you prefer a more direct route, you can take a taxi from any point in Murcia to Cartagena. Simply tell the driver 'Museo Naval de Cartagena, C. Real, 3'. The taxi ride will take around 30-40 minutes depending on traffic.
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