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If you're a history buff, art aficionado, archaeology fiend, or dabbler in the sciences, our museum picks are perfect for a rainy day or afternoon excursion! Our selections center around notable collections of historical and cultural items. Many have excellent rotating displays in addition to exceptional permanent collections.
Category: Museums - Porto Attractions & Activities
Address: Rua de Dom Hugo, 32, Porto, PT 4050-305
CITY CENTER. Once home to the legendary Portuguese poet Guerra Junqueiro, this 18th century structure designed and built by Italian architect Niccolò Nasoni is the "museum" that showcases Junqueiro's art and unique collections. Flemish chests and Italian, Oriental and Portuguese pottery. Religious-themed carvings from stone and wood and a rare set...
Museu de Arte Contemporânea (Fundação de Serralves
Category: Museums - Porto Attractions & Activities
Address: Rua Don Joào de Castro, 210, Porto, PT 4150-417
WEST OF CITY CENTER. This National Museum of Modern Art is an oasis of culture. The building is a fine example of 1930s Art Deco style. The museum displays work from contemporary Portuguese painters, designers, and sculptors. Exhibits change with frequency. The magnificent sculptured gardens and fountains, covering 44 acres, are worth the trip...
Museu de Etnografia e História
Category: Museums - Porto Attractions & Activities
Address: Largo de São João Novo, 11, Porto, PT 4050-000
CITY CENTER. This massive 18th century palace is a wonderful example of the customs and the times in turn-of-the-century Portugal. In addition, there are earlier archaeological discoveries and exhibits. Birthing chairs, rural costumes, ceramics for both function and beauty, and Porto's first elevator from 1910 are displayed here. A weaver's shop...
Category: Museums - Porto Attractions & Activities
Address: Alameda Basílio Teles, 51, Porto, PT 4150-000
NORTHWEST OF CITY CENTER. This museum preserves the original transit system of Porto. Trace the evolution of trolley transportation on the Iberian Peninsula from the days of mule usage to electricity. Lots of restored old trams in this former "switching house" of Porto.
Museu Nacional de Soares dos Reis
Category: Museums - Porto Attractions & Activities
Address: Rua de Dom Manuel II, 56, Porto, PT 4050-342
CITY CENTER. Originally opened in 1840 and dedicated to the noted Portuguese sculptor Soares dos Reis in 1940, this museum houses many of his sculptures, as well as artwork from Dutch, Flemish, Italian, and French artists, including two by François Clouet and landscapes by Jean Pillement.
Museu Romântico da Quinta da Macieirinha
Category: Museums - Porto Attractions & Activities
Address: Rua de Entre-Quintas, 220, Porto, PT 4050-239
CITY CENTER. On the top floors of a charming 19th century house, you'll find French, German, and Portuguese furniture, as well as rugs, ceramics, oil paintings and watercolors. This is truly a peek into the lifestyle of the privileged and rich. Of particular note, the abdicated King of Sardinia, Carlos Alberto, lived and died here in 1849.
