VISIT

Opening Hours

10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Open Tuesday to Friday | Last entry at 5:00 PM

10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

2:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays | Last entries at 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM

Closed

Mondays | 1st January | Easter Sunday | 15th August
1st November | 24th and 25th December

Tickets

General Ticket

2.20€

Discounted Ticket*

1.10€

For Retirees | Students | Youth Card | Barcelos Youth Card

Free Admission

For Children under 12 years old | Seniors 65+ | School Institutions
Sunday mornings: 22nd September to 21st June
Sunday afternoons: 22nd June to 21st September

Groups

Groups follow the same ticketing rules as individual visitors. However, the museum reserves the right to restrict admission for groups of over 25 people.
Guided tours require prior booking.

Guided Tours

Special pricing applies

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Educational Programs for the School Community

Free of Charge

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Other Programmes

Special pricing applies

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How to Get Here

Rua Cónego Joaquim Gaiolas
4750-306, Barcelos Portugal

Map

Audioguide

The Museu de Olaria offers an audio description service for the permanent exhibition ‘Olaria de Portugal’ in three languages: Portuguese, English, and French

FAQ

What are the museum's opening hours?

What are the museum admission fees?

Museum entry costs €2.20 per visitor.

You can check the current prices here.
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How can I buy tickets to visit the museum?

At the moment, tickets can only be purchased in person at the museum reception.

Does the museum offer group visits?

Yes. The museum offers a range of group visits tailored to different age groups. See more.

Does the museum offer programmes for the school community?

Yes. The museum offers a range of programmes designed and adapted to different educational levels. See more

Is it possible to take part in workshops at the museum?

Yes, the museum offers a wide range of workshops throughout the year. Workshops have their own pricing policy. See more

Does the museum offer activities for senior and family audiences?

Yes, the museum offers activities for a variety of audiences. See more

How should I proceed to schedule an activity at the museum?

The activities organised require prior registration, with a minimum notice of 15 days before the desired date, and are subject to service availability. No activities are held during the month of August.

Group Visits
School Programmes
Other Programmes

What is the cost of these activities?

The various activities held at the museum have their own pricing policy. The cost of the activity will be communicated during the contact with the responsible service.

I have filled in the Booking Request form, what happens now?

After submitting the booking request, you will receive an automatic message confirming that you have requested contact from the service to schedule the desired activity.

I have filled in the booking request form, received the automatic message, but still haven't had a response. Will the activity take place?

No. The activity will only take place after contact via phone and/or email from the Education Service, confirming and validating the booking via email.

Does the museum have a shop?

Yes. The shop is located next to the museum reception and is open to the public during the same opening hours as the museum.

What payment methods are available?

The museum offers visitors the option to pay in cash or via Multibanco (Portuguese debit card system).