Casa Museu Fernando de Castro
Former residence of the collector Fernando de Castro, with revivalist interiors, woodwork and sacred art; guided visits by booking.
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About the museum
The Casa-Museu Fernando de Castro was the residence of a family of collectors of painting, sculpture and decorative arts. The merchant Fernando António de Castro had the house built in the Antas area, on Rua de Costa Cabral, with a design approved in 1893 and an extension in 1908 that added a kitchen and a third floor. In 1918 the inheritance passed to the two children, Maria da Luz and Fernando de Castro.
After the death of Fernando de Castro, collector, artist and poet, his sister Maria da Luz de Araújo Castro donated the house and its contents to the State, fulfilling his wish that a public museum be created. By decree of 15 December 1951, the house was classified and attached to the Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis.
The interiors have a revivalist character, in which the wood carving, coffered ceilings, mirrors and furniture stand out and which correspond to the period of construction. The collection consists mainly of learned and popular religious art, Portuguese naturalist painting and decorative arts, as well as a group of caricatures and books by Fernando de Castro. The arrangement of the objects in the rooms is, in essence, the one left by Maria da Luz.
Highlights
- Revivalist interiors from the late 19th century, with wood carving and coffered ceilings
- Collection of learned and popular sacred art
- Portuguese naturalist painting
- Group of caricatures by Fernando de Castro
- Library with books by the founder
Permanent exhibition
- Casa-Museu Fernando de Castro – Guided visit of the house's revivalist interiors and of the collections of sacred art, naturalist painting, decorative arts and caricatures.
- Founded
- 1951
- Operated by
- Museus e Monumentos de Portugal – Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €5 |
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| Children & teens | –Admission for children under 8 is subject to conditions. |
| Groups | –Group visits have a maximum of 10 participants. |
Portuguese citizens and residents of Portugal who wish to use the Voucher 52 must state their NIF (tax number) when booking the visit.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: not available
- Elevator: not available
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The house has three floors, and the route includes five flights of stairs, with no lift.
Kids & families
Only partly suitable for kidsRecommended for ages 8+
Visits are intended for people over 8; admission of children under that age is subject to conditions.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Combatentes · 300 m
STCP buses 305, 701, 702 and 703; metro, Combatentes station (Yellow Line).
By car
No on-site parking at the museum.
The house has no parking of its own, but there are spaces nearby.
There is an outdoor area where bicycles can be parked.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Coat check
Large bags, umbrellas and similar items must be left in the cloakroom.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 60 min |
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| Good to know | The visit is guided in Portuguese and lasts about an hour; it is intended for people over 8 years old. |
