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Maritime history for all ages

Family Visit to the Santurtzi Museum of the Sea

Explore maritime traditions and local fishing heritage in Santurtzi with the whole family.

The Santurtzi Museum of the Sea offers an engaging look into the town's seafaring past, port history, and the iconic figure of the sardine seller. This guide provides practical tips for families to help you prepare for a comfortable and enjoyable visit. Please verify the latest information on family-friendly policies via official sources before your trip.

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Family visits to the Santurtzi Museum of the Sea
The Santurtzi Museum of the Sea offers engaging maritime-themed workshops and a gamified trail designed for children to explore local seafaring history.

The Santurtzi Museum of the Sea provides an interactive environment where families can explore local maritime heritage through hands-on learning. Visitors can engage with seafaring traditions by following a specialized route designed as a game for children to solve tests and gather clues. Additionally, the museum hosts maritime-themed workshops that offer a deeper connection to the fishing community and the history of the Bilbao Estuary.

Family highlights

  • Maritime-themed workshops linked to local seafaring history
  • Interactive child-oriented museum route with a game-like format
  • Small prize upon completion of the museum trail
Family visit essentials
Useful expectations and practical guidance in one place

What children can see and do

Children can participate in maritime-themed workshops and follow a specialized museum route that functions as an interactive game, complete with clues, tests, and a small surprise for finishers.

Age guidance

Workshop age recommendations vary depending on the specific program schedule.

Practical information

Registration requirements for workshops and activities vary by program, so visitors should check specific details for each session.

Family visits at the Santurtzi Museum of the Sea
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The Santurtzi Museum of the Sea offers a variety of educational resources designed to engage younger visitors with the local maritime history. Families can explore the galleries through interactive, game-based trails or participate in themed workshops that explore the port's unique seafaring heritage. Please note that some activities require prior registration to participate.

Kids trail

Child-oriented museum route

Children follow clues and complete various tests around the museum displays, ending with a small surprise.

Family program

Maritime-themed workshops

Booking required

The museum hosts workshops and activities connected to Santurtzi’s maritime history, with requirements varying per programme.

Age guidance: Ages vary by the specific programme.

Practical information: Registration requirements vary with the programme.

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