Museu do Douro
Territorial museum of the Douro Demarcated Region, housed in the Casa da Companhia in Peso da Régua, with the permanent exhibition “Douro: Matéria e Espírito” (Douro: Matter and Spirit).
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About the museum
The Museu do Douro aims to represent the cultural and natural heritage of the Douro Demarcated Region, a living, evolving cultural landscape recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Its headquarters are in the Casa da Companhia, in Peso da Régua, one of the most emblematic buildings in the history of the wine region, dating from the 18th century. The building was rehabilitated to house the museum, which opened on 20 December 2008, and has been classified as a Property of Public Interest since 2017.
The permanent exhibition “Douro: Matéria e Espírito” occupies the central space of the building. The visit circuit also includes temporary and medium-term exhibitions, the Espaço Armanda Passos and a technical wing, normally closed to the public, dedicated to the conservation, restoration and digitisation of the collections.
The museum has a restaurant, a wine bar, a terrace with a view of the Douro river and a shop. In an adjoining modern building clad in slate panels, the education service operates. On the same street is the Crivo, a space dedicated to the arts and traditional crafts, housed in a former bakery.
Highlights
- Permanent exhibition “Douro: Matéria e Espírito”
- Casa da Companhia, an 18th-century building
- Visit to the technical wing for conservation, restoration and digitisation
- Terrace, restaurant and wine bar with a view of the Douro river
- Documented wine tastings
Permanent exhibition
- Douro: Matéria e Espírito – Permanent exhibition in the central space of the building, dedicated to the cultural and natural heritage of the Douro Demarcated Region.
- Founded
- 2008
- Operated by
- Fundação Museu do Douro
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €8 |
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| Reduced | €4Over-65s, students aged 12 to 25, Friends of the Museu do Douro and Cartão Jovem holders |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 12 · Free admission for children up to the age of 12. |
| Seniors | €4Over-65s |
| Visitors with disabilities | freecompanion free · Free admission for people with disabilities and their companion. |
| Students & apprentices | €4Students aged 12 to 25 |
| Groups (11+ people) | €6.40 per personOrganised groups of more than 10 people (20% discount); maximum of 35 people per group. |
| Families | –The Cartão Museu do Douro Família gives free admission to two adult card holders and two children or young people. |
| Ticket for residents of the Douro | €6.40 |
| Ticket including lunch at the restaurant “A Companhia” | €25Weekdays only; not available for groups. |
| Pack MD1 – visit with a Port wine tasting | €10 |
| Culture and Gastronomy programme with CP | €24Museum visit and regional train journey; price between €24 and €38.50, booked at the CP ticket offices. |
Free admission: 18 May (International Museum Day); residents of the Douro Demarcated Region on Saturdays, with proof
Guided tours for groups: €20 per group in Portuguese and €30 per group in English, French or Spanish. Free admission also for school groups, former servicemen, journalists and accredited tourism professionals.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator
- Accessible restroom
- 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
All public and exhibition spaces are accessible to people with reduced mobility. The museum has a lift, adapted toilets and wheelchairs.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 12 |
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- Family tours & workshops
The education service organises workshops and trails for children and young people; the Cartão Museu do Douro Família gives free admission to two adult card holders and two children or young people.
Getting there & parking
By car
Free parking · 100 m to the entrance
Free parking at the headquarters building, exclusively for visitors (maximum 20 cars and 2 minibuses). Large public car park within 100 metres, with an area for coaches.
The museum runs a programme with CP that combines the visit with a regional train journey.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Café
- Restaurant
- Museum shop
Restaurant “A Companhia”, wine bar and terrace overlooking the Douro river; museum shop.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
The museum hosts events in its spaces; holders of the Cartão Museu do Douro Institucional receive 25% off.
Inquiries & detailsPlan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Guided tours for organised groups (maximum 35 people) by prior booking. Leaflets, signage and catalogues in Portuguese and English. Documented wine tastings (3, 4 or 5 wines) for groups of 4 to 12 people, booked 24 hours in advance. |
