Casa-Museo León y Castillo is a historic house museum in Telde, Gran Canaria, in the former home of brothers Fernando and Juan de León y Castillo. Its rooms bring 19th-century island life into view through period furniture, paintings, documents and old books. Look for the Chinese chessboard among the objects on display. The museum also introduces the brothers’ public lives: Fernando was a politician and diplomat, while Juan was a civil engineer whose work included roads and the Maspalomas lighthouse. Guided tours add context to the collection.
The León y Castillo brothers
The house was the birthplace and family home of Fernando and Juan de León y Castillo, figures in Gran Canaria’s history in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Fernando became a politician and diplomat. Juan worked as a civil engineer, contributing to roads on the island and the Maspalomas lighthouse.
The museum connects the brothers’ public work with the setting of their home. Its collection includes documents, paintings and furnishings that offer a look at life in Gran Canaria during the 19th century.
Objects inside the house
Among the exhibits are oil paintings, watercolours, old books and historical objects. A Chinese chessboard is one distinctive piece to look for. The house is larger inside than its exterior suggests, though not every room is always open to visitors.
A lift reaches the first floor. Guided tours can provide further detail about the brothers and the collection.
Perguntas frequentes
Is entry to Casa-Museo León y Castillo free?
Yes. The museum has free admission.
Is the museum closed on any day?
It is closed on Mondays.
Are guided tours available?
Guided tours are available and can add context about the León y Castillo brothers.
Is there a lift?
Yes. A lift is available to the first floor.
