by MUSEU FC PORTO

Since its opening in 2013, the FC Porto Museum has played a key role in enhancing the city’s cultural and tourist appeal, drawing visitors from around the world. This interactive and forward-thinking space celebrates over 130 years of the club’s and the city’s shared history, offering an immersive experience that goes far beyond football.

Every visit to the FC Porto Museum is an invitation to connect with the history and spirit of Porto, making it an essential stop for anyone looking to explore the city during the summer and create unforgettable memories.

As you wander through Porto, get ready for days full of discovery with these 7 summer experiences, each with a surprising connection to FC Porto.

Discover the best of Porto this summer and experience the true essence of the city — always with the signature of the FC Porto Museum.

With the signature of the “Museu FC Porto” we present to you unmissable experiences to try in Porto during the summer season.

The FC Porto Museum and the Estádio do Dragão have won the “Best Attraction” award at the Remarkable Venue Awards. Visit them and find out why!

With the arrival of summer, there’s no better time to enjoy unique and memorable experiences. The Tour FC Porto - Museum + Stadium is the perfect way to explore the legacy of one of the greatest football clubs in the world. At the Museum, visitors have the chance to relive iconic moments from the club’s rich history. This innovative space celebrates over 130 years of achievements, featuring interactive exhibitions, legendary trophies and defining moments such as winning both the Portuguese Cup and the National Championship in the summer of 2020, a golden season etched in every FC Porto fan’s memory.

More than just a visit, it is an invitation to feel part of a legacy that goes beyond sport. At Estádio do Dragão, you can explore exclusive areas, from the pitch to the players’ preparation zones, and experience the vibrant energy that fills the stadium on match days.

Discover how the club helped shape the identity of the city and enjoy moments of pure emotion. This is an experience for all ages, perfect to enjoy with friends and family, whether or not they’re football fans.

Casa do Infante is a remarkable building where the history of Porto and FC Porto intertwine.

Dating back to 1325, this is believed to be the probable birthplace of Prince Henry the Navigator. Today, it houses Porto’s Municipal Historical Archive, which preserves an extensive collection of documents, including records related to FC Porto.

This space is, therefore, a museum of the city’s memories and its most emblematic institutions, among which FC Porto naturally stands out. A visit to the Casa do Infante is a unique opportunity to dive into the city’s history while discovering the spirit of Porto that flows along the Douro River.

Take some time to stroll through the Ribeira district, the heart of the city and a symbol of the true soul of Porto and its football passion. Here, it’s impossible not to remember Deocleciano Monteiro (1902–1996), the unforgettable “Duke of the Ribeira” - a local hero who saved countless lives from the Douro’s waters and was also a proud FC Porto supporter.

Climbing the 225 steps of the Clérigos Tower is a must-do experience for anyone wishing to see Porto from a truly unique perspective.

In summer, the panoramic view becomes even more striking, the city’s rooftops gleam under the sun, and the Douro River reflects the golden light of the season. From up high, you can feel the grandeur of the Invicta, a city that breathes history, culture, and, of course, football. 

There’s also a curious link between the Clérigos Tower and FC Porto, found in the poetry of Pedro Homem de Mello, author of Aleluia, a poem dedicated to the club.

In 1970, a panel of ceramic tiles bearing the poem was installed in the football department of the old Estádio das Antas, where it inspired generations of players. When the stadium was demolished in 2004, the panel was carefully preserved and is now on display at the FC Porto Museum.

Interestingly, Pedro Homem de Mello was neither a member nor a supporter of FC Porto. In a 1975 interview with O Porto, the club’s official newspaper at that time, he explained that Aleluia made perfect sense, as he saw the club as one of Porto’s cultural emblems: “FC Porto belongs to the city, just as the Clérigos Tower does.”

The history of FC Porto can also be traced through some of the city’s green spaces - romantic gardens that hold more than a century of memories connected to the club.

In the gardens of the Palácio de Cristal, right next to Rua de Entre-Quintas where António Nicolau d’Almeida, founder of FC Porto, once lived, the club was present from early on with athletic events, boxing matches, basketball games, and tribute dinners. Later, FC Porto also participated in the old “Feira Popular” fair held on the same grounds, showcasing its trophies in a special exhibition.

In 1987, the historic European Cup Final was broadcast live at the “Concha Acústica”, drawing thousands of FC Porto fans to share an unforgettable moment. More recently, the Dragões de Ouro Galas of 2019 and 2024 took place at the renovated Rosa Mota Pavilion - Super Bock Arena, further strengthening the club’s connection to this iconic space in the city.

Many of Porto’s most emblematic gardens — such as Arca d’Água, Rotunda da Boavista, Praça da República, and Jardim do Carregal - were designed by Jeronymo Monteiro da Costa, a landscape architect and father of José Monteiro da Costa, the second president in FC Porto’s history, who relaunched the club in 1906.

It was precisely in that same year, on a plot of land owned by the Companhia Hortícola (of which Jeronymo was a partner), that FC Porto’s first stadium was born: the Campo da Rainha. Located on what is now Rua Antero de Quental, it was a modest venue, but a foundational site in the club’s century-long journey, and home to FC Porto until the end of 1912.

Just a short walk from Porto Cathedral, in the historic Largo da Sé overlooking the Douro River, lies the Paço Episcopal - a landmark tied not only to the city’s past but also to a key moment in the identity of FC Porto.

In 1922, FC Porto formally requested permission from the City Council to incorporate the Coat of Arms of the City of Porto into its official emblem. The idea came from Augusto Baptista Ferreira - affectionately known as "Simplício" - a player and graphic artist trained under renowned Portuguese illustrator António Cruz Caldas. Part of Caldas’s artistic archive is now held by the Porto Municipal Archive.

At the time, the City Council was temporarily housed in the building that would later become the Paço Episcopal (Episcopal Palace), and it was there, in January 1922, that the request was approved. The updated emblem was later ratified by club members in October - and has remained virtually unchanged ever since. Interestingly, the version of the city’s coat of arms used by the club still reflects the original design, which the Portuguese state officially replaced in 1940.

The year 1922 was significant for more than just the emblem. FC Porto won Portugal’s first-ever national football competition, the Campeonato de Portugal. And on the same day the emblem was approved - 26 October 1922 - the club welcomed two national heroes as Honorary Members: Gago Coutinho and Sacadura Cabral, the pioneering aviators who had just completed the first aerial crossing of the South Atlantic, from Portugal to Brazil.

The Museu do Carro Eléctrico - or Tram Museum - is a must-visit for anyone curious about how Porto’s transport history intertwines with the story of FC Porto.

Before electric trams, the city was served by the “Americano” - a horse-drawn carriage system that connected the centre of Porto to its seaside areas. It was along this early route, back in 1893, that FC Porto took its very first steps, with informal matches and training sessions held on the city’s outskirts.

Decades later, in 1952 - the year FC Porto inaugurated its historic Estádio das Antas - tram line 15 was extended to reach the stadium, linking the club directly to the city’s transport network.

For generations, trams were a part of daily life in Porto - and also moving billboards for FC Porto. From the 1960s to the 1980s, images and adverts of the club could often be seen travelling through the city on these iconic vehicles. Today, those trams live on in the city’s collective memory.

A visit to the museum is a chance to explore this fascinating shared past - and it’s also the perfect place to begin a tram ride through Porto, tracing the lines where the city's soul and the club’s legacy meet.

Strolling down Avenida dos Aliados is essential for anyone wanting to experience FC Porto’s living memory at the very heart of the city.

This grand avenue has long been the stage where thousands of fans come together to celebrate the club’s greatest victories. Whether during official ceremonies or spontaneous street celebrations - often centred around the iconic balcony of Porto’s City Hall - the Aliados embody the passion and pride of the city’s football supporters.

In 1933, FC Porto established its headquarters at number 325 on what is now Praça General Humberto Delgado, at the top end of the avenue. Although the club’s administrative offices moved to the Estádio das Antas in the 1980s, FC Porto maintained a presence in the building until 2014, mainly through its billiards section. Today, the building houses the Axis Porto Club hotel, which pays tribute to the club’s historic ties.

In 1940, FC Porto opened the Campo da Avenida near the junction of Avenida dos Aliados and Rua Ramalho Ortigão. Primarily used for basketball, the venue also hosted boxing matches and was equipped for night events. Although it was in operation only until the mid-1940s, Campo da Avenida left a lasting mark on Porto’s sporting life.

Walk onto the field to the sound of FC Porto’s anthem.

See FC Porto’s 7 international trophies.

Immerse yourself in 130 years of history and explore 27 thematic areas in an interactive environment.

Discover temporary exhibitions throughout the year.

Visit exclusive areas of the stadium.

A large part of the local traditions has its origins in the river and river trade. The trade of Port wine shaped the dynamics of the city and brought Porto closer to England and the football played there, which led to the creation of Futebol Clube do Porto in 1893.

The friendliness of the people of Porto is legendary, as is their pride in the city. They are people of strong character and broad smiles, always ready to welcome visitors. Hospitality is one of their most distinctive traits, making visitors truly feel at “home.”

Porto is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is a picturesque yet cosmopolitan city, with typical colorful houses set between hills and terraces. The famous Douro River defines the landscape, creating a route filled with stories and experiences that endure through time and are relived in space.

The cultural richness of the city has given rise to the most enigmatic dishes, from tripas à moda do Porto, which gave the city's inhabitants the nickname ‘Tripeiros’, to francesinha with its tasty secret sauce, to more contemporary snacks such as bolinhos de bacalhau (codfish cakes) or reinvented pastéis de nata (custard tarts).

Visit the FC Porto Museum and the Estádio do Dragão, two of Porto’s most sought-after attractions, and experience this interactive, award-winning tour.

Invite your friends, bring your family, and discover the club’s past, the city, and even the world with the Tour FC Porto – Museum + Stadium, an experience not to be missed all year round

Museum opening hours

Monday to Sunday:

10am – 7pm

FC Porto store opening hours

Monday to Sunday:

10am – 7pm

Stadium tours opening times

Monday to Sunday:

10am – 7pm

In July and August the Stadium and Museum tours are self-guided within the opening hours.

Stay informed 

The museum is closed on 25 December and on the mornings of 1 January, Easter Day and St John's Day. On 24 and 31 December, it closes at 4pm.

It is compulsory to book a visit to the stadium at the Museum reception on the day of the visit.

Visits to the stadium not available on match days; the day before a UEFA match; days of major events on the pitch.

Visits to the stadium are subject to route changes or cancellation without prior notice.

Stadium tours subject to maximum capacity.

Address:

Estádio do Dragão

Via Futebol Clube do Porto

4350-415 Porto

How to reach us:

by underground: Line A: Blue; Line B: Red; Line E: Purple; Line F: Orange

Direction/Station: Estádio do Dragão

by bus: STCP 401 and 806 

E-mail: 

museu@fcporto.pt

Telephone: 

+351 22 508 33 52

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