This building is located in the heart of the Santa Cruz neighbourhood, which was the old Jewish quarter of Seville and is one of those places with a special charm that takes you back in time.Seville in the 17th century was a city of contrasts, on the one hand it still retained the fame and glory of being the gateway and port of the new world, after the discovery of America, on the other hand the power of the Hispanic monarchy and its control over the newly discovered territories was coming to an end.

The city had a large religious population, spread throughout the many monasteries that Seville had, and when they reached the age of majority they needed care that was provided in this hospital, called the “Hospital de los Venerables Sacerdotes” (Hospital of the Venerable Priests).

Inside is the Diego de Velázquez Centre, with some of the first paintings by this Sevillian genius of universal art. The visit also includes the courtyards and the church of the old hospital. This church is a Baroque masterpiece, with mural paintings by Valdés Leal, Lucas Valdés and carvings by the most important masters of Andalusian imagery.

General admission costs €10 and reduced admission €8, take note and don’t miss this interesting place that will surprise you.
If you would like me to accompany you to visit the Hospital de los Venerables, write to me and we will organise your private visit 😉.