Museums and galleries in Caldas da Rainha

Museums and galleries in Caldas da Rainha

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   Museu José Malhoa

   Located in the Parque Dom Carlos I, this small yet intriguing museum displays painting and sculpture from the 19th and 20th centuries, with emphasis on Portuguese naturalism and the works of José Malhoa (1855–1933). The collection includes pieces by Raphael Bordallo Pinheiro, such as the evocative sixty-sculpture set Passion of Christ. You won't find world-famous works here, but many pieces are fascinating and make the museum worth a visit. Don't miss the bas-relief figures on the façade of the building, which was Portugal's first purpose-built museum. The building is classified as Imóvel de Interesse Público (Property of Public Interest). A handheld English audioguide is available.

   May–Sep: Tue–Sat 10:00–12:30 & 14:00–18:00, Sun & holidays 10:00–14:00 & 15:00–18:00; Oct–Apr: Tue–Sat 10:00–12:30 & 14:00–17:30, Sun & holidays 10:00–14:00 & 15:00–17:30; closed Mon, 1 Jan, Easter Sun,1 May, 15 May, 25 Dec·General admission EUR 3; 50% discount for 65+, student & youth cards, and others; Su & holidays until 14:00: free for age 12 & under and resident citizens. See complete admission details · Entry 5.00 EUR · Wi-Fi
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   Centro de Artes

   Arts Centre

   The arts centre is a collection of five museums, largely dedicated to sculpture, but also including paintings, drawings, and prints. The museums are Atelier-Museu António Duarte, Atelier-Museu João Fragoso, Museu Barata Feyo, Museu Leopoldo de Almeida, and Espaço da Concas. Beyond the works in the museums, there are numerous sculptures displayed throughout the grounds. The centre hosts temporary exhibits in galleries in the museums. Guided tours are available by appointment.

   Mon Wed–Fri 09:00–12:30 & 14:00–17:30, Sat Sun 09:00–13:00 & 15:00–18:00; closed Tue, 1 Jan, Easter, 1 May, 25 Dec·Free
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   Museu do Hospital e das Caldas

   Museum of the Hospital and of the Hot Springs

   Housed in the Caza Real (royal house), this museum presents the history of the thermal hospital and its hot springs. Until the end of the monarchy, the building served as home to the hospital directors as well as lodging for the royal family when they visited Caldas. In 1992, restoration was undertaken, along with installation of the museum. The museum offers tours of the hospital and its associated heritage.

   Tue–Sat & holidays 10:00–12:30 & 14:00–17:30, Sun 09:00–12:00, closed Mon·EUR 3, EUR 1.50 for retirees and youth card holders, free to age 14
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   Museu da Cerâmica

   Ceramics Museum

   Situated in a late Romantic manor house, the Ceramics Museum displays a wide collection from Caldas, from around Portugal, and from other places on the globe. The museum holds pottery pieces from the 17th through early 20th centuries, with emphasis on local artist Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro. The collection also includes tiles and tile panels.

   May to Sep: Tue–Sat 10:00–12:30 & 14:00–18:00, Sun & holidays 10:00–14:00 & 15:00–18:00; Oct–Apr: Tue–Sat 10:00–12:30 & 14:00–17:30, Sun & holidays 10:00–14:00 & 15:00–17:30; closed Mon, 1 Jan, Easter Sun, 1 May, 15 May, 25 Dec·EUR 3; 50% discount for 65+, student & youth cards, and others; free for age 12 & under, resident citizens Su & holidays until 14:00; complete admission details
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   Museu do Ciclismo

   Cycling Museum

   This small museum is dedicated to the history of cycling in Portugal. Several historical bicycles are on display.

   Tue–Fri 10:00–12:30 & 14:00–17:30, Sat Sun 10:00–12:30 & 14:30–17:00, Mon closed·Free
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   Expoeste

   Caldas da Rainha's main exhibition centre hosts a variety of events including car shows, bridal expos, animal exhibitions, toy fairs, and holiday celebrations.

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   Casa Museu São Rafael

   Museu Galeria São Rafael

   This museum is dedicated to the ceramic works produced by the Raphael Bordallo Pinheiro factory next door (Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro under current Portuguese spelling rules), including some original pieces by Bordallo Pinheiro from the late 19th century.

   Mon–Fri 09:00–12:30 by appointment, closed Sat Sun & holidays

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   SILOS Contentor Criativo

   SILOS Creative Container

   Opened in 2010 in disused grain silos near the train tracks, SILOS provides ateliers, working space for artists, most of whom are students at Caldas' art and design school (ESAD). You can visit the artists' creations at the on-site Gallery Farinha, which can be booked on their Facebook page.

   Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00, closed Sun

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   Expotur - Festa de Verão / Tasquinhas

   Summer Festival / Food Stands

   An annual 10-day celebration of summer at the Expoeste exhibition centre. Visitors can taste foods from communities throughout the municipality and watch folk dancers in traditional costumes. There are exhibits of handicrafts and ethnography.

   Early to mid-Aug·Free admission

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    Oeste Lusitano

    Come see the pure-blood Lusitano horses at this exhibition.

    Late May

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    Museu da Cerâmica

    Rua Doutor Ilídio Amado

    Wheelchair accessible

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    Atelier-Museu António Duarte

    Rua Doutor Ilídio Amado

    Closed · opens 9 am tomorrow

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    Museu Leopoldo de Almeida

    Rua Doutor Ilídio Amado

    Closed · opens 9 am tomorrow

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    Faiancas Artisticas Bordalo Pinheiro

    Rua Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro 53

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    Atelier Ghostbirds

    R. da Paz 4 6-A

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    Laboratorio d'Estorias

    R. Hemíciclo João Paulo II 12B

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    Atelier-Museu João Fragoso

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    Espaço da Concas

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    Museu Barata Feyo

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