Palace of the Countess of Lebrija Palace
Seville palace housing Roman mosaics and historic interiors
Seville townhouse museum housing Roman mosaics, period furnishings and decorative ceramics; the Palace of the Countess of Lebrija is visited for intimate rooms and an inner courtyard in the old city.
Palace of the Countess of Lebrija at a Glance#
Address: Calle Cuna 8, 41004 Sevilla, Andalusia, Spain
Hours: Tue-Sun 9:30am-7:00pm (hours may vary seasonally)
About Palace of the Countess of Lebrija#
The Palace of the Countess of Lebrija is a historic city palace in Seville, Andalusia, that now functions as a house museum. It is best known for its extensive collection of Roman mosaics incorporated into the building’s interiors.
The interior contains numerous Roman mosaic pavements and panels displayed across rooms and courtyards alongside period furniture and decorative arts. Visitors can view richly decorated rooms, ornamental tiles, and a compact museum layout suited to short visits.
The building is a historic urban palace that evolved over several centuries and was assembled into its present museum form by its 19th-20th century owners. The palace’s Roman mosaics were collected and installed to form a distinctive decorative ensemble within the house.
The palace sits in Seville’s historic centre, close to the cathedral and other central landmarks in the old city. Its urban setting places it within easy walking distance of major tourist routes.
- Roman mosaics: Houses an important display of Roman mosaics installed in the palace interiors, notable for floor and wall placements.
- Central location: Located in Seville’s historic centre, within easy walking distance of the cathedral and other major monuments.
How to Get to Palace of the Countess of Lebrija#
Located in Seville’s historic centre near the Cathedral and the Alcázar; walking from Plaza de la Virgen de los Reyes or the Cathedral takes roughly 5-10 minutes. The nearest major transit point is Puerta de Jerez tram stop and several city bus lines serving the old town.
Tips for Visiting Palace of the Countess of Lebrija#
- Purchase tickets for the small museum in advance during peak tourist season; visits are short (30-60 minutes) and spaces can fill.
- Look for the Roman mosaics in the ground floor rooms-these are the palace's most famous hidden treasures.
- Combine a visit with a stroll through Seville's old Jewish quarter and the nearby Cathedral for a compact historical afternoon.
Best Time to Visit Palace of the Countess of Lebrija#
Spring and autumn are best for visiting Seville's small palaces and museums to avoid summer heat and peak crowds.
Weather & Climate near Palace of the Countess of Lebrija#
Palace of the Countess of Lebrija's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 34°C. Moderate rainfall (535 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 6° - 16° | 11° | 76 mm | some cloud | 82% | 2.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
| February | Very Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 54 mm | some cloud | 78% | 2.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.7h |
| March | Very Good | 9° - 21° | 15° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.0 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Excellent | 11° - 22° | 17° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.1 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.0h |
| May | Excellent | 14° - 26° | 20° | 32 mm | some cloud | 58% | 3.1 m/s | 1.8 very high | 14.0h |
| June | Ideal | 18° - 30° | 24° | 15 mm | mostly sunny | 45% | 3.2 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.5h |
| July | Ideal | 20° - 34° | 27° | 2 mm | clear | 36% | 2.9 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 14.3h |
| August | Ideal | 20° - 34° | 27° | 5 mm | clear | 37% | 2.7 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.4h |
| September | Ideal | 18° - 31° | 24° | 20 mm | mostly sunny | 51% | 2.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 14° - 25° | 20° | 61 mm | some cloud | 66% | 2.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.1h |
| November | Very Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 83 mm | some cloud | 76% | 2.4 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.0h |
| December | Very Good | 7° - 16° | 12° | 94 mm | some cloud | 81% | 2.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.5h |