10 Specialty Museums in Algarve That You Shouldn't Miss

May 8, 2022 Phylicia Berquist

The Algarve's sunny shores offer perfect escapes for all types, from those seeking the hot nightlife of flashy, energetic Lagos to those desiring secluded stays in rambling Sagres. Portugal's most southerly region offers historical attractions in former Moorish capital Silves and fascinating Tavira, great golf, fabulous beaches from Praia da Luz to Armacao de Pera, thermal springs at Caldas de Monchique, and miles of limestone caves and grottoes, cliffs and bays along its rugged coastline.
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1. 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
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 455 reviews

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.

2. Lagos Ciencia Viva Science Centre

Rua Doutor Faria e Silva 34, Lagos 8600-734 Portugal +351 282 770 000 [email protected] http://www.lagos.cienciaviva.pt/
Excellent
55%
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 163 reviews

Lagos Ciencia Viva Science Centre

The Lagos Ciência Viva Science Centre is a place for science, fun and hands-on learning. Visitors of all ages are invited to participate in activities and interactive exhibitions that show how history, science and technology cross-cross in an educational and entertaining way. Three theme areas form the core of the exhibition: Orientation and Navigation Instruments, Life on Board and Distance Communication. The permanent exhibition "From the Astrolabe to the GPS" allows visitors to make connections between discoveries of the past and of the present.

Reviewed By Madj0ck - Glasgow, United Kingdom

Small but still amazing and truly interactive. Staff are just so helpful and knowledgeable with perfect English and no doubt other languages. Can actually hold a variety of sea creatures. Dinosaur side exhibition has half dozen full scale animatronic beasts. Well worth a visit along with old church and square near by.

3. 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/
Excellent
41%
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50%
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4.5 based on 86 reviews

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.

4. Castelo De Loule

Rua Goncalo de Loule, Loule 8100-626 Portugal +351 289 463 900 http://www.cm-loule.pt/pt/150/castelo-de-loule.aspx
Excellent
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4.0 based on 293 reviews

Castelo De Loule

Reviewed By DuryeSaba - Izmir, Turkey

It is really interesting yo be abble to see some real and live history. Its a very good place to visit in the Algarve!!

5. Museu Pintor Jose Cercas

Rua do Castelo, Aljezur 8670-075 Portugal +351 282 991 011
Excellent
22%
Good
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4.0 based on 9 reviews

Museu Pintor Jose Cercas

6. Museu municipal d'Aljezur

Rua Joao Dias Mendes 48, Aljezur 8670-086 Portugal +351 282 990 010
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4.0 based on 2 reviews

Museu municipal d'Aljezur

7. Moncarapacho Museum

Rua de Santo Cristo, Moncarapacho, Olhao 8700-095 Portugal
Excellent
32%
Good
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Satisfactory
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11%
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4.0 based on 19 reviews

Moncarapacho Museum

8. Museu Municipal de Arqueologia

Rua Henrique Calado, Albufeira 8200-136 Portugal +351 289 599 508 [email protected] http://www.cm-albufeira.pt/content/museu-municipal-de-arqueologia
Excellent
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Good
35%
Satisfactory
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Poor
7%
Terrible
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4.0 based on 91 reviews

Museu Municipal de Arqueologia

9. Museu Municipal de Arqueologia

Rua da Porta de Loule 14, Silves 8300-139 Portugal +351 282 444 832 http://www.cm-silves.pt/portal_autarquico/silves/v_pt-PT/menu_municipe/servicos_municipais/infra-estruturas/culturais/Museu_Arqueologia/
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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4.0 based on 158 reviews

Museu Municipal de Arqueologia

Reviewed By edwardp451 - Washington DC, United States

This is impressive, well organized and planned. On 3 levels that progress in time from the Iron Age (6th Century to today). The well was only discovered in 1990. I was pleasantly surprised and not bored, well done!

10. O Mundo Das Bonecas

Maria Jose Reina Moreira, Lagos Portugal 188 608540
Excellent
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

O Mundo Das Bonecas

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