This fascinating private museum comprises a 16th-century house that was inhabited by conversos (Jews who converted to Christianity) and a huge, diverse collection of antiques assembled by owner Paco Castro. The informal guided tours make it all come alive. The first hint that this is somewhere special is the original 16th-century heavy carved door. Ring the bell if it is closed.
Paco has lovingly restored the house without detracting from its crumbling charm. Above the central patio are balconies and a painted Mudéjar-style ceiling and eaves. It is the ideal faded-grandeur setting for Paco’s collection of Renaissance doorways, 16th-century water jugs, antique bridal trunks, tapestries and artwork, collected from all over Spain. Downstairs, the barrel-vaulted bodega is lined with photos of Paco and his flamenco chums, including the late maestro Paco de Lucía, who played here. It's hoped flamenco nights here may start again.
