Museums in Peniche
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Peniche is a coastal town in western Portugal, situated on a rocky peninsula. Historically a fishing port, the town has maintained its strong maritime heritage while developing into a significant cultural and tourist destination.
The town is known for its historic fortress, Fortaleza de Peniche, which served as a political prison during Portugal's Estado Novo regime and now houses the Municipal Museum. The surrounding area features notable geological formations and beaches that attract visitors throughout the year.
Peniche's cultural identity is deeply rooted in its fishing industry traditions, with local handicrafts such as bobbin lace-making (Renda de Bilros) representing an important part of its cultural heritage. The town continues to be an important fishing center in Portugal, and its port remains active in both commercial fishing and recreational activities.
This overview contains all museums in and around Peniche. Curious about which museums there are in Peniche? These are the museums:
Unfortunately we don’t know about any current exhibitions in and around Peniche.
Unfortunately we don’t know about any discount passes in Peniche.