If you want to visit some of the best museums in Porto, you came to the right place because I am not only a tour guide in the city (and hence, I know it by heart) but I am also a complete nerd when it comes to museums. You’re in good hands!
This list is not a list of ALL the museums in the city, but rather those that I consider to be more relevant, and which I like to visit in my spare time 🙂
So let me show you the best museums in Porto!
No time to read a long article? Here’s a summary
These are the best museums in Porto for:
- My all time favourite: The Serralves Art Foundation. Hands down the best place in town.
- Architecture: The Serralves Art Foundation was designed by Siza Vieira 😉 Palácio da Bolsa is also stunning.
- Art lovers: Soares dos Reis National Museum. It is ridiculous how many people never heard about this AMAZING museum.
- Families with kids: 3D Fun Art Museum or the multimedia show inside the Clérigos church
- Wine lovers: Wine Museum at the WoW Complex
- Football lovers: FC Porto Museum
The most unique museum of them all is definitely this Tour of a century-old silversmith workshop, but it is only available three days a week (from Wednesday to Friday).
These are the best museums in Porto:
Serralves Contemporary Art Museum
The Serralves Art Foundation is probably my favourite place in the city, and it is also one of the very few museums in Porto with a truly international position.
This museum has already displayed not only the best national artists (the exhibition dedicated to Helena Almeida was beautiful), but also worldwide known artists such as Anish Kapoor or the painter Giorgio Griffa.
The Serralves Foundation also organizes a very popular event called “Serralves em Festa”, where for 48 consecutive hours dozens of activities take place (performances, cinema sessions, circus arts, concerts, etc.) in all the spaces of the museum.
If you are visiting the Serralves Museum be sure to visit the gardens, which are one of the best gardens in Porto.
Tickets for the Serralves Foundation (2026)
- The tickets for the Serralves Museums + Park + Treetop walk costs 24€ / person.
- You can also visit just the Serralves park for 15€, but why the hell would you miss the opportunity to visit both?!
- Serralves is free on the first Sunday morning of every month but, trust me, you DON’T want to go there during that time because it is PACKED with families with young children!
You can get the online ticket to Serralves – and then enjoy a nice and invigorating walk in its vast gardens.
Opening hours
- April to September: Monday to Friday: 10h – 19h | Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 10h – 20h
- October to March: Monday to Friday: 10h – 18h | Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 10h – 19h
Wine museum at the WoW Complex
There is a new fantastic wine museum in town called Wine Museum at the WoW Complex. I was a little bit sceptic at first – I mean, there are already so many Port wine lodges in town, most of them with guided visits, so what could possibly a new Wine Museum add up? But the truth is that the Wine Museum at the WoW Complex is a fantastic place for those of you that really want to learn not only about general wine production processes but also the different Portuguese wine regions.
Moreover, the Wine Museum at the WoW Complex is a very interactive museum, where you’ll be able to take a few tests to discover what is your style of wine, what is the grape variety that best suits you, etc. It’s SO COOL. At the end, a wine tasting that includes a red, a white and a 2018 LBV Port wine.
Ticket to the WoW – Wine Museum (2026)
The WoW Complex consists of 6 museums. You can buy the online ticket to the WoW complex which gives you 48-hour access to all WoW museums, 3 wine tastings at The Wine Museum, 5 rosé wine tastings at the Pink Palace, and a chocolate tasting at The Chocolate Museum.
- Adults: 30€.
- Children under 12 yo: 15€.
Opening hours
- Everyday from 10h to 19h (last entry at 18h).
Palácio da Bolsa (Stock Exchange Palace)
In the past I didn’t like to go to Palácio da Bolsa because I thought it was too touristy, but the truth is that it is impossible to resist the charm of this building. From the impressive hall to the monumental staircase, the famous Arab Hall and the other noble rooms, all the features of the Palácio da Bolsa are unforgettable and well worth a visit. It is also one of the best places in Porto to take good photos for Instagram, regardless of the weather outside.
However, I do feel that the guided visit (and you can’t visit the building on your own) is very superficial and rushed.
Tickets for the Stock Exchange Palace (2026)
- Adults: 14€
- Senior citizens and students (provided that they show a document that supports their claim): 9,5€.
- Children [0 – 11]: free ticket.
Opening hours
- Everyday from 10h to 18h30 (the guided visit lasts for 30 minutes).
Soares dos Reis National Museum
Soares dos Reis National Museum is not only one of the best museums in Porto, but also the oldest museum in Portugal. It was founded in 1833, in the midst of the Civil War, to collect property confiscated from the old monasteries and convents of the city of Porto.
This is one of the most complete museums in Porto as it houses permanent exhibitions dedicated to themes as diverse as painting, sculpture, decorative arts and furniture. Soares dos Reis National Museum has such an interesting and diverse art collection that I honestly don’t understand how so many travelers continue to ignore this museum.
The museum also has a small garden of camellias and one of Porto’s best kept secrets: the old Queen D. Amelia velodrome at the rear.
Ticket to the Soares dos Reis National Museum (2026)
- Adults: 10€
Opening hours
- From Tuesday to Sundays, from 10h to 18h.
- It closes on Mondays.
Local Tip: Free entry on Sundays and holidays for all citizens residing in Portugal – yes, you need to prove your claim at the counter.
Chocolate museum at the WoW Complex
It’s astonishing how much I love chocolate, so no wonder I got SO excited when the Chocolate Museum at the WoW Complex opened in Porto 🙂
The Chocolate Museum at the WoW Complex is a very informative museum where you will learn aaaaaaall about the chocolate production process (and you can even watch chocolate being made, since it has a live factory of the brand Vinte Vinte). You will be able to taste fava beans, and to smell cocoa from all over the world.
The Chocolate Museum at the WoW Complex also has some pretty cool activities, like an interactive quiz where you can discover what is your chocolate type, a crazy machine that you can use to try to fetch chocolate bars, and a machine where you can personalise your chocolate package (maybe to gift a loved one? 😉
At the end, the most astonishing chocolate store, with chocolate bars from all over the world, which has an intoxicating smell that can be felt from miles away. It’s sooooo cool – I highly recommend this museum for fellow chocolate lovers!
Tickets to the Chocolate Museum at the WoW Complex(2026)
The WoW Complex consists of 6 museums. You can buy the online ticket to the WoW complex which gives you 48-hour access to all WoW museums, a chocolate tasting at The Chocolate Museum. 3 wine tastings at The Wine Museum and 5 rosé wine tastings at the Pink Palace.
- Adults: 30€.
- Children under 12 yo: 15€.
Opening hours
- Everyday from 10h to 19h (last entry at 18h).
3D Fun Art Museum in Porto
If you are looking for a break from traditional art galleries, the 3D Fun Art Museum is the most lighthearted addition to Porto’s museum scene. Located a bit further north from the city center, this interactive space is designed for one thing only: to let your imagination run wild while you snap the most creative photos for your social media.
The museum features around 40 different scenarios, including mind-bending optical illusions, 3D paintings that make you look like you are escaping a dinosaur, and my personal favorite, the “upside-down room” where gravity seems to completely disappear. It is a sensory journey that combines the science of visual perception with pure entertainment.
Whether you are traveling with kids or just want to have a laugh with friends, the 3D Fun Art Museum is definitely one of the best museums in Porto.
Tickets for the 3D Fun Art Museum (2026)
- Adults: 13€
- Children (5-12 years old): 9€
- Children (0-4 years old): Free
I recommend you to get the online ticket for the 3D Fun Art Museum, as have very limited slots per hour.
Opening Hours
The museum is open every day (Monday to Sunday) from 10h to 19h.
FC Porto Museum
If you are traveling with kids or if your +1 is a football aficionado, why don’t you visit FC Porto Museum, dedicated to our famous football club?
Even though I don’t like football I think this is one of the best museums in Porto as it is very informative and yet fun. It has loads of interactive panels to be explored, an impressive trophies’ room and real size models of famous players for you to take pictures with. And, at the end, you get to visit the stadium itself – it’s spectacular, even for a non-football lover like me 😛
This museum does not have a café, but you can grab something to eat at the Alameda Shopping, just across the street.
Ticket to the FC Porto Museum (2026)
- Adults: 25€
- Children [4-12] yo: 13€
- Adult > 65 yo: 20€
Local Tip: you have NO IDEA how packed it gets there (it’s rated the 3rd best thing to do in Porto on TripAdvisor!) so I recommend you to buy the online ticket to FC Porto Museum.
Opening Hours
Museum Hours:
- Monday, from 14h30 to 19h
Tuesday to Sunday: 10h to 19h
Stadium Tour Hours:
- Monday: 15h; 16h; 17h
- Tuesday to Sunday: 11h; 12h; 13h; 14h; 15h; 16h; 17h
Century old Silversmith Workshop
If you want to discover one of the best-kept secrets in Porto, a visit to this century old Silversmith Workshop is a must. This isn’t just a museum; it is a living, breathing century-old factory where you can step back in time. Walking through the doors of this family-run business (now in its 6th generation!) feels like entering a magical universe of craftsmanship that has remained largely unchanged since 1902.
The tour takes you deep into the century old Silversmith Workshop, where you can see the entire evolution of silver from a raw, functional material into intricate works of art. My favorite part was watching the master artisans—some of whom have been with the company for over 30 years—using traditional techniques like chiseling. It is fascinating to see the contrast between ancient heavy machinery and the high-tech lasers they now use for delicate jewelry welding.
The experience is incredibly personal, often led by the daughter of the owners, who share stories and secrets of the trade with genuine passion. You even get to interact with the craftsmen at their benches.
Visiting the century old Silversmith Workshop is the perfect activity for anyone who appreciates the “slow” side of Porto and wants to see the human skill behind the city’s famous silver and sacred art heritage.
Tickets for the Century old Silversmith Workshop (2026)
- Adults: 15€
This activity takes place only from Wednesday to Friday, so I highly recommend you to get your online ticket for the Century old Silversmith Workshop.
Opening Hours
Guided tours are available Wednesday to Friday, at 11h, 12h, 15h, 16h and 17h.
Military Museum of Porto
Ever since I was a little girl I remember seeing my dad watching the History Channel, devouring a staggering number of programs devoted to wars and faraway battles. I grew up surrounded by miniatures of World War II aircraft, certain that I could ask my dad any question about war history that the answer will follow promptly. That is why I think of him when writing about the Military Museum of Porto.
On the first floor there is a vast collection of miniatures of soldiers from various countries and from different historical periods, from the United States War on the various English bodies in the First World War. I also enjoyed the ground floor collections, dedicated to key moments of Portuguese military history, such as the siege of Porto (1832 – 1834) and the tumultuous attempts to establish the republic, were more inspiring – but then again I am Portuguese and, as my father, in love with military history 🙂
But what really impressed me was the weapons’ pavilion, with a section dedicated to Portugal’s role in the First World War and another one dedicated to the colonial wars fought in Africa.
In my opinion this is one of the best museums in Porto for serious history nerds like me!
Ticket to the Military Museum of Porto (2026)
- Adults: 3€
- Children [7-17] yo: 1€
- Adult > 65 yo: 1€
Local Tip: You can visit this museum for free every Sunday morning (from 10h to 12h30). Afterwards, go to Confeitaria Chicana and enjoy their fabulous croissant!
Opening Hours
- From Tuesday to Sunday, from 10h to 12h30 and then from 14h to 17h.
- Free entry every Sunday and public holidays in the morning (10h to 12h) for national visitors, or foreigners residing in Portugal.
- Closed on Mondays, 01 January, Easter Sunday, 01 May and 25 December.
Tram Museum of Porto
The Tram Museum is a pleasant surprise on this list of the best museums in Porto. Housed in the former Thermoelectric Power Plant of Massarelos, this museum is a living memory of the collective transports from Porto, from the picturesque American car to the beautiful electric cars of the 50s.
The TramMuseum is divided into two parts:
• A gallery with copies of electric cars from 1895 until the end of the 50’s;
• A gallery of industrial machines (the existence of a network of electric cars in the city requires the existence of a power plant that can supply it).
Both galleries have explanatory panels in English and digital photo albums of ancients photos of Porto that I loved.
There are audio guides available for free and the possibility of scheduling guided tours (for groups of at least 10 people, or for school groups). You can make your request for a guided visit to museu@stcp.pt.
The Tram Museum is interesting for anyone who has, like me, a background in engineering or science or, for families with children (when we were small, my father took us to this type of museums, and we loved it!).
Ticket to the Tram Museum (2026)
- Adults: 8€
- Children [4-12] yo and Seniors citizens (> 65 yo): 4€
Opening Hours
- From Tuesday to Sunday, from 10h to 18h. Last entry at 17h30.
- Closed on Mondays, January 1st, Easter Sunday, December 24th and 25th.
Biodiversity Gallery (Galeria da Biodiversidade)
Usually considered as a children‘s museum, the truth is that the Biodiversity Gallery deserves its place in the sun as one of the best museums in Porto regardless of the age of those who visit it.
At the entrance hall of the Biodiversity Gallery hangs the skeleton of a blue whale that appeared on a local beach in the 30s. Then you climb a staircase that leads you to a series of rooms and airy corridors where you can play fun games about physics, chemistry, etc.
I already considered the Biodiversity Gallery the ideal museum for families precisely because of its didactic nature, but honestly for me it is also one of the best museums in Porto because it leads us to think of physics, chemistry and even history in a playful and rather light way.
The Biodiversity Gallery is within the botanical garden (“Jardim Botânico”), which is not very well taken care of and hence not worth of your time.
Tip: If you want to save a few bucks visit the Biodiversity Gallery on the second Sunday of each month, from 10h to 13h – it’s free!
Ticket to the Biodiversity Gallery (2026)
- Adults: 5€
- Children [5-17] yo and students: 2,50€.
- Seniors >65 yo: 2,50€.
Opening hours
- From Tuesday to Sunday, from 10h to 13h and then from 14h to 18h (last entry at 17h30).
- Closed on Mondays, January 1st, Easter Sunday, December 24th, 25th and 31st.
The World of Discoveries
One of the best museums in Porto to visit with kids is the interactive museum The World of Discoveries. The museum is a great way to learn about the history of Portugal, the universe and the natural world.
It has some very interesting large touch screens in various languages for kids to play. There are also staff members dressed according to the medieval ages to explain interesting details on the Discoveries of Portugal. The cherry on top: when you take a boat ride to explore the different continents and countries that Portugal has discovered!
Just like the Biodiversity Gallery, The World of Discoveries is sometimes dismissed as being just for kids. In my opinion, it is a museum for everyone because having fun and learning has no age!
Ticket to the World of Discoveries (2026)
- Adults: 18€
- Children [4-12] yo: 12€
- Students: 15€
- Seniors > 65 yo: 15€
- Children <3 yo: Free ticket
Opening Hours
- Monday to Friday: 10h – 18h (last entry at 17h30)
- Weekends: 10h – 19h (last entry at 18h30)
Some general tips about the best museums of Porto
- Most of them are free of charge on Sunday mornings, but that also means that the museums are packed at that time.
- If you are traveling with children I recommend you read our article about the best museums in Porto for families with kids.
- As with all museums, there are usually discounts for children and retirees, families and students.
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