10 Museums in Faro District That You Shouldn't Miss

August 7, 2021 Nicolette Lion

Discover the best top things to do in Faro District, Portugal including The Lux Gallery, Corte-Real Gallery, Lady in Red - Galeria de Arte, BAM Art Gallery, Cerro da Vila, Museu de Portimao, Museu do Traje, Tavira Ciencia Viva Science Centre, Leonel Telo- ceramica-, Galeria XXI.
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Rua Dom Carlos I N 9, Portimao 8500-607 Portugal +351 912 429 553 [email protected] http://www.theluxgallery.com
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The Lux Gallery

Contemporary Art Gallery in Portimao, Portugal, showcasing art from established and emerging artists from around the world.

Paderne, Albufeira 8200-995 Portugal +351 912 737 762 [email protected] http://www.corterealarte.com
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5.0 based on 42 reviews

Corte-Real Gallery

Corte Real is a leading Art Gallery in the Algarve specialising in fine contemporary art ,sculptures and high quality Gyclee prints. The gallery has a world wide customer base and a high reputation for promoting the best in Affordable Art in both paintings and sculptures . Whilst the Corte Real Gallery exhibits strong examples of both contemporary Figurative and Abstract Art,it has developed a recognisable style that has earned it a loyal following over the past ten years . The gallery works directly with carefully selected artists who are particularly strong in their artistic genre many having ongoing success with major exhibitions across Europe and the United States. From the protected village of Paderne follow the signs 'Corte Real'

Reviewed By Tac113

I cannot compliment Michael and Pedro highly enough. We have bought a number of pieces for our home in the Algarve and they have artists to suit multiple styles and budgets. Recently I even commissioned a piece for a friends special birthday and they made it hassle free and shipped directly to her in the uk. They went above and beyond to make it get there quickly and it’s perfect. Well worth a little adventure into the countryside. Thank you guys- we will be back again!

3. Lady in Red - Galeria de Arte

En 125 Adega Cooperativa de Lagoa Building, Lagoa 8400-343 Portugal +351 282 356 131 [email protected] http://www.galerialadyinred.com
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Lady in Red - Galeria de Arte

A huge and unused storage space in the region’s biggest winery - an authentic industrial place where the smells of wine hover around. Nearly everything was left untouched, even the rough dark old walls, while the integration of a perfect infrastructure for a modern art gallery with a gigantic light system went ahead. The result: 3.000 m² breathtaking contrast of space. Looking forward meeting you!

Rua do Tenis 13 Old town, Albufeira 8200-186 Portugal +351 933 705 445 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/bamartgalleryalbufeiracontemporaryfineart/?ref=bookmarks
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BAM Art Gallery

Art Gallery for Contemporary Art. Nice Art Gallery in the middle of Albufeira Old town. KonstGalleri med Samtidskonst drivs av svenska konstnären Betty Anne Mörelius (BAM).

5. Cerro da Vila

Vilamoura, Quarteira Portugal +351 289 312 153 http://www.marinadevilamoura.com/en/vilamoura/cerro-da-vila-museum
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Cerro da Vila

Reviewed By rhonaiainf - Glasgow, United Kingdom

Never been to the Algarve, never been to Vilamoura. Only new it for Marina, golf & where footballers of the 80/90s hung out! So pleasantly surprised to find one of the best kept archeological sites we have visited, and we have visited a few! ( just ask the kids????) For only €3 per person you are given free range to walk around the dig site & small museum. The Roman bath unearthed is probably the best seen outside of Bath in terms of not being a pile of stones!!

6. Museu de Portimao

Rua D. Carlos I Zona Ribeirinha, Portimao 8500-607 Portugal +351 282 405 230 [email protected] http://www.museudeportimao.pt/pt/Default.aspx
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Museu de Portimao

Reviewed By philsO1099NR

Set in a former sardine processing factory, the museum is divided into two areas. One half tells the history of Portimao from prehistory to modern times. The other half explains the processes involved in the sardine canning industry, using the actual equipment and location where it all happened. English captions throughout, and good use of video to make production stages clear. Also houses temporary display space, and good cafe/restaurant. Check out the joint ticket arrangements with other local historical sites, and note that there is free entrance on Sundays.

7. Museu do Traje

Rua Doutor Jose Dias Sancho 61, Sao Bras de Alportel 8150-141 Portugal +351 289 840 100 http://www.museu-sbras.com/
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Museu do Traje

Reviewed By BabsInsights - Isle of Wight, United Kingdom

Having followed our nose into the interior of the Algarve and stopping here only for a coffee break we were amazed and delighted to stumble on the lovely museum. Open most days (Main house closed between 1&2) it is a beautiful building, well cared for and welcoming. Free entry, small shop with local produce, the garden has some artisans and a bar, Lois and a lovely shaded garden. Well worth a visit.

8. Tavira Ciencia Viva Science Centre

Largo do Carmo, Tavira 8800-311 Portugal +351 281 326 231 [email protected] http://www.cvtavira.pt
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4.5 based on 33 reviews

Tavira Ciencia Viva Science Centre

The Associacao Oficina Ciencia Viva de Tavira was founded with the features of a new generation Science Centre, including both interactive exhibition and laboratory spaces. In addition, the Tavira Ciencia Viva Centre assumes a key role in dynamizing the participation of the community in the public debates concerning science and technology.

9. Leonel Telo- ceramica-

Escadas do Adro Casa da Nogueira, Monchique 8550-453 Portugal +351 914 240 595 http://www.facebook.com/leonelteloatelierceramica/
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Leonel Telo- ceramica-

Reviewed By acdtraveller97

Leonels work is exceptional. His shop showcases a wonderful variety of pieces, along with his daughters work. It is a must visit in Monchique, and the Alvarge especially if you love ceramics. Despite limited english, Leonel and I spoke at length of his work, kiln temperatures and glazing. He was so generous with his time. All pieces are unique and reasonably priced (if anything too cheap!), ranging from €8-100+. Finding any ceramics of this quality in the UK would be 5x the price.

10. Galeria XXI

Rua D. Carlos I 36C, Portimao 8500 Portugal +351 918 708 484 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/galeria21/
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Galeria XXI

Galeria XXI in Portimao has as its main objective the promotion and commercialization of contemporary national and international art, with special emphasis on Painting and Photography. Galeria XXI is also equipped with a frame-making workshop

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