The Palace of Augustin was built in 1912 by the architects Julián de Apraiz and Javier Luque, designers of the New Cathedral of Vitoria-Gazteiz. They followed the taste of the wealthy families of that time. It was Don Ricardo de Augustin, developer of many other buildings, who ordered its construction.

The Palace of Augustin is currently the Museum of Fine Arts of Álava (Museo de Bellas Artes de Álava). The museum is devoted to Spanish art from the 17th to the 20th centuries, as well as Basque art from 1850 to 1950.

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Founded: 1912
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ADAR ADAR (ADAR) (2 years ago)
Ugly ugly ugly
Arantza M. (3 years ago)
Much mud, with all that has rained these days ...
Natalia C (3 years ago)
Very nice and clean for a walk with the puppy. And in the cool with the shade of its trees
Carlota Iglesias (4 years ago)
Favourite spot in Vitoria
Mi Castillo de Arena (6 years ago)
With its beautiful architecture and charming garden it's well worth the visit. Unfortunately it's not open to the public.
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