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Museu Marítimo de Ílhavo e Aquário dos Bacalhaus

Tourist attraction Museum

One of the Best Places To Visits in Ílhavo


Address

Avenida Doutor Rocha Madahil 193, 3830-193 Ílhavo, Portugal

Website

www.museumaritimo.cm-ilhavo.pt

Contact

+351 234 329 990

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (2.8K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: 2 to 6 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 10 AM to 1 PM, 2 to 6 PM
  • Wednesday: 10 AM to 1 PM, 2 to 6 PM
  • Thursday: 10 AM to 1 PM, 2 to 6 PM
  • Friday: 10 AM to 1 PM, 2 to 6 PM
  • Saturday: 10 AM to 1 PM, 2 to 6 PM

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  • 5/5 Filipe Duarte V. 6 years ago on Google • 140 reviews
    Great museum in honor of all the fisherman that venture into the sea to catch Cod fish. I really appreciate the work done to built a boat replica inside the building. Plenty of parking outside. Recommended
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  • 5/5 SPX s. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The Museum is spacious, clean and very modern: we can see and learn about the history of cod fishing, as well as details about the different species of cod. The aquarium is spectacular! (Original) O Museu é amplo, limpo e muito moderno: podemos ver e saber sobre a história da pesca do bacalhau, bem como detalhes sobre as diferentes espécies de bacalhau. O aquário é espectacular!
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  • 5/5 J. G. 4 years ago on Google
    This museum is really worth the visit. There's something for all ages and the trip into the history of cod fishing is a fascinating experience.
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  • 5/5 Octavio C. 5 months ago on Google • 424 reviews
    Fantastic people at reception. You can buy a ticket to include a visit a real ship about 10km from there. Consider that every second-sunday of every month it's for free.

  • 5/5 Len P. 4 years ago on Google • 342 reviews
    This institution is an unsung mecca for the nautical arts which all those with contact with the North Atlantic, especially east coasters and most especially Newfoundlanders and Labradorians should have on their must see list. Wow. The wooden boats - not models but the real thing - the large, live codfish aquarium, the seashells and the high mass for the cod are all without a maritime equal - to my knowledge - and then it's wrapped up in an architectural design that's certainly must be described as very clever. Wow. More later.

  • 5/5 Leo G. 7 years ago on Google • 176 reviews
    Museum dedicated to the fishing of codfish; excellent aquarium filled with codfish which can be viewed from different angles. Actual fishing boat inside and moliceiro boats also. Lots of interesting exhibits all about the life of the fishermen.

  • 5/5 Cristiano S. 1 year ago on Google • 168 reviews
    Preserving the history, cultural heritage of fishing the famous codfish in Portugal. A nice and unique experience.

  • 5/5 Annie 1 month ago on Google • 166 reviews New
    Loved this museum! However the live bachalal were not in the tank when we went. Also, the descriptions are only in Portuguese fyi. There is a big ship and my son loved going in it. Great experience, loved the seashell 🐚 collection!

  • 5/5 Amanda L. 4 months ago on Google • 22 reviews
    My family (2 young kids) loved this museum. Informative and fun with life size boats and replicas. Kind staff. Get the ticket that includes St Andres ship, it is well worth it and the museum makes the ship visit more meaningful.

  • 4/5 Luís S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent collection of shells and very interesting guided tour. Site needs to be updated. There are no lockers. (Original) Excelente espólio de conchas e visita guiada bastante interessante. Site precisa de ser atualizado. Não há cacifos.

  • 5/5 Mike E. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place, informative about Portuguese cod fishing industry with boats and exhibits. Information is all in Portuguese but they may have information in other languages. Has a massive aquarium full of cod (bacalhau)

  • 5/5 IdeBros Errea V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) 100% recommended .. do not leave Aveiro without knowing the history of Cod. The entry for two 9 euros and is worth it. (Original) Recomendable 100%.. no te vayas de Aveiro sin conocer la historia del Bacalao. La entrada para dos personas 9 euros y merece la pena.

  • 5/5 Valley W. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Do not miss it! Although the guided tour was in Portuguese, in an aside they were explaining us in Spanish, well by the guide 👏👏 Very good facilities and exhibition (Original) No te lo pierdas! Aunque la visita guiada era en portugués, en un aparte nos iban explicando en español, bien por la guía 👏👏 Muy buenas las instalaciones y la exposición

  • 5/5 Carlos A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Maritime museum and aquarium of the Codfish. Worthy of visiting (Original) Museu marítimo e aquário dos Bacalhaus. Digno de visitar

  • 4/5 Antonio A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The cod saga that tells the life of Ilhavo seamen (Original) A saga do bacalhau que conta a vida dos marinheiros de Ilhavo

  • 5/5 Luis M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good information about bacalhaeira (Original) Boa informação sobre a faina bacalhoeira

  • 4/5 Yvan M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Interesting, with a beautiful aquarium ... The history of Portuguese fishing ... Too bad the visit is not in French .... We benefited from the translation thanks to a bilingual visitor (Original) Intéressant, avec un bel aquarium... L'histoire de la pêche portugaise... Dommage que la visite ne se fasse pas en français.... Nous avons bénéficié de la traduction grâce à une visiteuse bilingue

  • 5/5 António F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Gorgeous (Original) Lindo

  • 3/5 Pulgadas P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) In this situation I understand the difficulty in visiting (Original) Nesta situação compreendo a dificuldade em visitar

  • 5/5 Beatriz Lourenço A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super friendly guide! Informative and didactic exhibitions! I advise for the curious (Original) Guia super simpático! Exposições informativas e didaticas! Aconselho para os curiosos

  • 5/5 André J. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Museum accompanied by a guide that explains in detail the life of bacalhoeiros (Original) Museu acompanha de guia que explica com pormenor a vida dos bacalhoeiros

  • 5/5 Lucas A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful, spectacular cod aquarium. I recommend (Original) Muito bonito, aquário de bacalhau espetacular. Recomendo

  • 4/5 Bruno N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very good, explains the history of cod fishing and also contains the only cod aquarium in Europe (Original) Muito bom, explica sobre a história da pesca de bacalhau e também contém o único aquário de bacalhau da Europa

  • 5/5 Aristides A. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to learn about the history of Cod Fish and fishing history, will recommend it to all.

  • 5/5 Dinis S. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the best Marine Museums in the world!

  • 5/5 Luís M. 2 years ago on Google
    A most interesting museum depicting the toil of cod fish fishing over the years, and with an aquarium of cod fish. The building is architecturally magnificent, having been awarded several architecture national and international prizes. The entrance is free on the second Sunday of each month.

  • 4/5 Malcolm S. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a purpose built museum. As well as a range of exhibits featuring the fishing industry - mainly focused on cod fishing obviously, it has exhibits looking at other aspects of the marine ecosystem. There is also a large aquarium. Would be 5 stars but for those of us with poor portuguese language skills it is difficult to understand and make the most of the displays. Even so it is well worth a visit.

  • 5/5 Stephen C. 2 years ago on Google
    A really fine, modern museum telling the story of maritime Portugal. The exhibits are easily visible with great descriptive texts. One of the best museums I have ever visited, and I love museums!

  • 4/5 Willem R. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice museum with original pieces. Use Google lens for translating the signs of information because it's all in Portuguese of course. Nice educative museum for a forner too understand the bacaljau fishing and salt transportation in the area.

  • 4/5 Nuno P. 1 year ago on Google
    Could be better,us Portuguese being the kings of cod should have more things to see

  • 4/5 Lucas V. 1 year ago on Google
    Honestly really fun, but not necessarily worth the price tag. The history is interesting and the shell collection is awesome, but really just a place to kill time.

  • 5/5 Joan B. 10 months ago on Google
    Absolutely fascinating. The history of cod fishing (bacalhau), with displays of old vessels and films of the hazardous fishing trips. In the centre is an aquarium of cod. All the explanation panels are only in Portuguese, which is a shame because it's something that needs sharing with non-portuguese speakers.

  • 5/5 Eduardo S. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing place where you can see a lot of português history. They have many milímetros (boats to carry the bacalhau). There are a lot of seashells f=om around world. The best feature is the aquarium with live bacalhau.

  • 5/5 Paul S. 8 months ago on Google
    We had a great time visiting this wonderful museum!

  • 5/5 Tim B. 10 months ago on Google
    Super museum, both the architecture and the exhibits. First time I've seen real live swimming cod.

  • 5/5 Meigge 3 months ago on Google • 19 reviews New
    Interesting museu. You can walk into the ship ! However, there is no explanations in English on the walls, you can buy a book with explanations or download an application to have access to it.

  • 5/5 Alina G. 5 years ago on Google
    This museum is worth visiting! Great way to learn more about portuguese sailors and the history of the most popular fish of the country

  • 4/5 Isabel S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I would have liked to have visited but it was closed for works. (Original) Gostava de ter visitado mas estava fechado para obras.

  • 5/5 Mr P. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice museum and interesting tour.

  • 4/5 Anne K L. 4 years ago on Google
    Interesting little place. Loved the replica boats. Nothing much in English, though

  • 1/5 Jackie E. 3 years ago on Google
    Temporarily Closed.

  • 5/5 Tarso A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The museum is very interesting, it shows the ancient culture of cod fishing. It also shows the numerous types of vessels used in fishing in Portugal. The aquarium of live codfish is really cool, especially for Brazilians who always see dead and headless cod. Worth the visit. (Original) O museu é bem interessante, mostra bem a cultura antiga da pesca do bacalhau. Também mostra os inúmeros tipos de embarcações utilizadas na pesca em Portugal. O aquário de bacalhaus vivos bem legal, ainda mais para brasileiros que sempre veem o bacalhau morto e sem cabeça. Vale muito a visita.

  • 5/5 Maria teresa F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful (Original) Hermoso

  • 4/5 XaviAPS 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very informative and pleasant visit with a guided tour option. (Original) Uma visita muito informativa e agradável com opção de visita guiada.

  • 5/5 Jorge N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very interesting collections (Original) Colecções muito interessantes

  • 5/5 Antonio A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great. Unique in Portugal on the theme of cod. It is a lesson I have there about cod fishing. Presently it is carrying out conservation works because the Câmara de Ílhavo knows how to preserve its heritage, while the government strives for negligence. To visit urgently. (Original) Excelente. Único em Portugal sobre a temática do bacalhau. É uma lição aí vivo sobre a pesca do bacalhau. Presentemente está com obras de conservação pois a Câmara de Ílhavo sabe preservar o seu património, já o governo prima pelo desleixo. A visitar urgentemente.

  • 5/5 Mayra Costa M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very interesting (Original) Muito interessante

  • 5/5 fernando p. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent I recommend (Original) Excelente eu recomendo

  • 5/5 Ricardo F. 4 years ago on Google
    There is no better place than this one to see a live bacalhau (code fish). Definitely you should visit.

  • 5/5 Manuel J. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Maritime Museum is under construction, I haven't visited. (Original) Museu Marítimo está em obras, não visitei.

  • 1/5 Elisabete C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Close for work (Original) Fermer pour travaux

  • 4/5 Maria da Conceição Silva S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It's cute and informative (Original) Es lindo e informativo

  • 5/5 Razia A. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent museum outlining the nautical history of the area. Some fantastic boats to explore - one ship you can climb onto - interesting exhibits on navigation and orientation too

  • 3/5 Luiz A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is still and reform ... (Original) Ainda está e reforma...

  • 5/5 Carlos C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful ... the cod aquarium, great. The history of the Newfoundland ... a lesson in life. (Original) Magnifique🤩...l'aquarium aux cabillaud, super. L'histoire des terres-neuvas...une leçon de vie.

  • 5/5 José Luís Nunes C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Pay attention to the measures in the Museum's Contingency Plan! (Original) Atenção as medidas do Plano de Contingência do Museu!

  • 5/5 Vitor S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very well maintained space, where details are kept. Friendliness and knowledge on the part of those who accompanied the group. (Original) Espaço muito bem conservado, onde os detalhes são mantidos. Simpatia e conhecimento por parte de quem acompanhou o grupo.

  • 4/5 Tiago P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I recommend (Original) Recomendo

  • 5/5 Marina B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very interesting exhibition with enormous cultural interest. (Original) Exposição muito interessante e com enorme interesse cultural.

  • 5/5 fernando p. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good (Original) Bom

  • 5/5 Maria Amélia B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I loved it. The guide was very professional and always available to answer questions. I recommend the visit. Just a small note: the different texts on the walls and nameplates should not be only in Portuguese. (Original) Adorei. A guia era muito profissional e sempre disponível para responder às questões. Recomendo a visita. Só um pequeno reparo: os diferentes textos existentes nas paredes e as placas identificativas não deviam ser só em português.

  • 5/5 Marcia s. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good (Original) Bom

  • 3/5 Karen V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Guided tour, we don't have time to look at everything. (Original) Visite guidée, on n'a pas le temps de tout regarder.

  • 5/5 Disabel C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very interesting museum showing the Portuguese history of the sacrifices of these fishermen to Bacalhau at this time, where my grandfather was also a fisherman during 27 trips. 6 months at sea and 6 months on land. (Original) Um Museu muito interessante onde demonstra a História Portuguesa dos sacrifícios destes homens pescadores ao Bacalhau nesta época onde meu avô também foi pescador durante 27 viagens. 6 messes em mar e 6 messes em terra.

  • 5/5 António S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent and abundant estate, competent, friendly and informed guide, this is a museum that is a must-visit. I also highlight the odyssey that was cod fishing on the banks of Terra Nova. What heroes, what selfless Portuguese fishermen !! How Salazar's so-called "Estado Novo" used and exploited the poor fishermen and their poor families in our Portugal !! But this museum allows to understand the history, the work, the boats and the heroic season of cod fishing. (Original) Excelente e abundante espólio, guia competente, simpática e informada, eis um museu que é de visita obrigatória. Destaco também a odisseia que foi a pesca do bacalhau nos bancos da Terra Nova. Que heróis, que abnegados os pescadores portugueses!! Como o chamado "Estado Novo" de Salazar usou e explorou os pobres pescadores e suas pobres famílias do nosso Portugal!! Mas este museu permite perceber a história, a faina, os barcos e a época heróica da pesca do bacalhau.

  • 5/5 Helder D. M. L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Captivating, excellent guided tour, fantastic space! I recommend from 8 to 88! (Original) Cativante, visita guiada excelente, espaço fantástico! Recomendo dos 8 aos 88!

  • 5/5 Rute N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very interesting, modern, focused, simple. The boat and the codfish are a good surprise. (Original) Muito interessante, moderno, focado, simples. O barco e os bacalhaus são uma boa surpresa.


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  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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