My partner and myself are lovers of fine art, beautiful furnishings and decorative period interiors. We travel all over the world to visit Palaces, Historic Houses, Castles and unique Museums with worthy collections. On our recent trip to Oporto we had on our must see...More

Located in the Carrancas Palace, the museum, named after a Portuense benefactor and sculptor, houses a great collection of 19th and 20th century Portuguese paintings, sculpture, furniture and ceramics. It was, for me, a great introduction into Portuguese art. Although out of the way, and...More

Situated in a nice palace with a picturesque (if inaccesible) courtyard, this museum hosts sculptures by a local sculptor (doe Reis) and painters from the classic, modernist and cubist periods. It is relevant for the Portuguese but probably not for foreigners, who may be less...More

This gallery is within reach from the city center in Porto, and if you have had enough og churches, its a good idea to visit it. I liked the paintings and sculpures showing young, voulnarable boys and girls. Maybe you will find them fascinating as...More

Really good interesting museum situated in a former palace. Can be easily combined with the Crystal Gardens for a day out. There are some little cafes opposite the museum with good inexpensive food. The tourist buses all stop here, or it is a nice walk...More