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The best museums in Coimbra in January 2026

These are the top 5 best museums in Coimbra, Portugal, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2026. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Coimbra? These are the best ones:

  1. Machado de Castro National Museum1

    Machado de Castro National Museum

     Coimbra
    The Machado de Castro National Museum, located in Coimbra, Portugal, is an art museum named after the renowned Portuguese sculptor Joaquim Machado de Castro. This museum is a significant cultural landmark in Portugal, offering visitors a chance to explore a wide range of art collections.
     4.4
    Art & Design Art
  3. Torre de Almedina2

    Torre de Almedina

     Coimbra
     4.4
    History & Anthropology History
  4. Science Museum of the University of Coimbra3

    Science Museum of the University of Coimbra

     Coimbra
    The Science Museum of the University of Coimbra is situated in the Chemical Laboratory of the university. It was officially opened to the public on December 5, 2006. This location provides a unique setting for the museum, combining historical architecture with modern scientific exhibits.
     4.8
  5. Casa Museu Bissaya Barreto4

    Casa Museu Bissaya Barreto

     Coimbra
     4.4
  6. Exploratorio - Centro Ciencia Viva de Coimbra5

    Exploratorio - Centro Ciencia Viva de Coimbra

     Coimbra
     4.1
    Science & Technology Science

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