Clock Museum

The Clock Museum, located in Serpa and Évora, is a unique institution in the Iberian Peninsula and one of only five worldwide that focuses on the theme of timekeeping. The museum boasts a collection of approximately 2,500 mechanical clocks, with pieces dating from 1630 to the present day. This extensive collection provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of mechanical clocks over the centuries.

Historic Locations in Serpa and Évora

The Clock Museum is situated in the historic city of Serpa, housed in the 16th-century Convent of Mosteirinho. In Évora, the museum extends its collection to the “Clock Museum - Évora Branch”, located in the prestigious Barrocal Palace, adjacent to the renowned Giraldo Square. Here, over 500 pieces from the museum's total collection are on display, offering visitors a chance to delve deeper into the history and artistry of clockmaking.

Directions to the Clock Museum in Serpa

Reaching the Clock Museum in Serpa is straightforward. If you're coming from Lisbon, follow the Algarve motorway (A2) and take the BEJA exit. After entering the IP8, continue to Beja, and from there, Serpa is a short distance away. If you're coming from Évora, simply follow the signs to Beja, and then continue to Serpa. If you're traveling from the Algarve, take the A2 motorway and exit at BEJA / OURIQUE. From there, follow the signs to Beja, and then continue to Serpa.