Explore Ílhavo Maritime Museum: Uncover cod fishing history, brave sailors’ tales, and the last surviving trawler. Dive into maritime heritage today.
Visiting the city of Ílhavo … is to know the sea! The historical richness of a region that has the sea by tradition. Wonderful bike ride with visit to the Maritime Museum, the Codfish Aquarium, the historic center and the Vista Alegre Factory and Museum. Points of Interest - Rua dos Combatentes da Grande Guerra
- Complimentary bottled water
- Safety helmet included
- Bicycle usage provided
- Security padlock available
- Lunch
- Tickets
Their seafaring and fishing heritage, which peaked in the first half of the 20th century, is well known for the bravery and determination of their captains, sailors and fishermen during the cod fishing campaigns - a Faina Maior, in the turbulent Arctic and Atlantic Oceans that surround the coasts of Terranova (Canada) and Greenland.
These and other connections between Ílhavo and the sea can be discovered at the Ílhavo Maritime Museum, which not only hosts the museum building but also the only surviving cod fishing trawler. The vessel plays a significant role in the museum, hosting temporary exhibits.
The Vista Alegre Historical Museum is a venue dedicated to safeguarding and preserving the history of Vista Alegre’s artful porcelain production.
- Trailer for 2 children
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
