Museo Taurino (Bullfighting Museum), Cordoba

The Bullfighting Museum sits within the Jewish Quarter, housed in a charming 16th-century Renaissance palace known as the House of the Bulls. Though Córdoba is more often associated with scholars and philosophers, the city also played a significant role in shaping Spain’s bullfighting tradition — producing some of its most celebrated matadors. To honor this legacy, the museum was inaugurated in 1954 and later renovated to offer a modern and engaging experience.

Inside, visitors encounter exhibits dedicated to famed Córdoba bullfighters such as Rafael Molina and Manolete, names that remain legendary in the history of the arena. Costumes, capes, photographs, posters, and personal objects trace how bullfighting evolved from a noble pastime into a professional spectacle deeply rooted in Andalusian culture.

The museum also presents artifacts from the broader world of bullfighting, including intricately designed gear and audiovisual displays that help explain technique, symbolism, and controversy surrounding the tradition. Its peaceful inner courtyard provides a nice contrast to the stories preserved inside — a place to pause and reflect.