Museu do Mar (Museum of the Sea)

Overview

Museu do Mar (Museum of the Sea) in Cascais offers a fascinating journey through Portugal's maritime history. The museum is housed in a historic building and features a variety of exhibits related to seafaring, fishing, and maritime heritage.

The museum is significant for its role in preserving and showcasing Portugal's rich maritime history and its impact on the country's culture and economy.

Maritime Cultural

Location

Address

R. Júlio Pereira de Mello, Cascais, Portugal

Neighborhood: Cidade

Coordinates

38.703000, -9.423100

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

10€

Children

5€

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

cold

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

Euro

Typical Costs

entry 10€

parking 5€

food 10€

souvenirs 15€

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Official App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Lisbon Airport

Distance: 25 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

40€ 30 min

public_transport

5€ 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

metro

2€ 15 min

bus

1.50€ 20 min

taxi

10€ 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Olá

thank_you Obrigado

where_is Onde está

how_much Quanto custa

beautiful Bonito

ticket Bilhete

Guide Languages: English, Spanish, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#travel

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas

prohibited areas exhibitions

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Cidadela Fort

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Fort

Parque Marechal Carmona

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Park

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+351 214 352 625

museudo.mar@cm-cascais.pt

www.cm-cascais.pt

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