Museu d'Historia Medieval de la Cúria-Presó

Costa Brava


Set in the 14th-century Cúria (a centre of judicial power), this small museum provides a fascinating window into Castelló's medieval history. You'll find stone carvings from the old Jewish quarter, a model of the once-walled medieval village, and an interactive exhibition on the era's troubadours. The highlight is the collection of creepy prison cells, complete with centuries-old graffiti at the end. An audioguide adds deeper insight into the whole experience.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Costa Brava attractions

1. Basílica de Santa María

0.12 MILES

This broad church seizes attention with its Romanesque tower, intricately carved portal, and a delicate sculpture on its tympanum (above the main entrance…

2. Ecomuseu-Farinera

0.13 MILES

In its heyday, this farinera (flour factory) was producing 20,000kg of the white stuff each day. Even if milling innovations aren't your thing, a wander…

4. Canònica de Santa Maria de Vilabertran

5.19 MILES

In Vilabertran, 2.5km northeast of central Figueres, you'll find a serene 11th-century Romanesque church with three naves, a Lombard bell tower, and an…

5. Museu de l’Empordà

5.82 MILES

Extending over four floors, the local museum time travels from ancient amphorae to 7th-century sculptures to rotating installations of contemporary art…

6. Museu del Joguet

5.88 MILES

This museum has more than 5000 toys from throughout the ages – from the earliest board games involving coloured stones, to intricate dolls’ houses, to…

7. Teatre-Museu Dalí

5.94 MILES

The first name that pops into your head when you lay eyes on this red castle-like building, topped with giant eggs and stylised Oscar-like statues and…