Come and discover the history of one of Christianity's most famous objects through an interactive exhibition.
Did you know that València houses one of the most venerated treasures in history?
The Holy Chalice is the cup that, according to tradition, Jesus may have used at the Last Supper.
Since then, it traveled from Jerusalem to the Pyrenees, was protected by monks and kings, and finally found its home in València Cathedral, where it has been preserved for centuries.
And yes, just a few steps from the cathedral —in the Almudín— the Holy Chalice Visitor Reception Center awaits you.
Its goal is to reveal the origin, meaning, and journey of this treasure up to its arrival in València in an interactive way.
Inside the exhibition
To give you an idea, the tour combines visual and technological resources to make the visit much more than just a display.
It features:
- Eight explanatory panels
- Free audio guide in Spanish, Valencian, and English
- Touchscreen with historical documents about the Chalice and its legacy
- Projection featuring the most relevant milestones in its history
- An educational area with audiovisual content
In addition, the Almudín itself is an essential part of the experience.
This medieval building —which was once a wheat storehouse— retains original mural paintings about the grain trade and guilds, and is filled with Gothic details that make the visit even more special.
The immersive cube: the history of the Holy Chalice in an audiovisual experience
Inside the exhibition, there is an immersive cube, a space designed for you to experience the history of the Holy Chalice firsthand.
The structure operates with 4K laser projectors and tells you about the origin of the Chalice, the historical context of its journey, and its relationship with València's heritage.
There is no need to ask for it to be started, as it plays automatically and in three languages, one every 20 minutes:
- On the hour in Spanish
- At 20 past the hour in Valencian
- At 40 past the hour in English
So, if you arrive at a time that is not in your language, you just have to wait for the next slot.
How long is it open?
The center will remain open throughout the III Jubilee Year of the Holy Chaliceand well into 2027, a celebration granted by Pope Francis that every five years offers the faithful the opportunity to obtain a plenary indulgence.
One of Christianity's most valuable treasures is waiting for you, will you join us?
