17.56 Museu da 1ª Demarcação

Opening schedule changes – 26/05/26

support — Mon, 25 May 2026 11:23:50 +0000

Celebrations on May 18th 2019

Dear visitors,

We inform that on Tuesday, May 26th, 2026, the Museum of the Oldest Appellation in the World will exceptionally be closed to the public during the morning for a private event.

On this particular date, the Museum will be open for visits between 2:30 pm and 6:00 pm.

Thank you for understanding.

International Museum Day – 2026

support — Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

May 19th

Dear visitors,

As in previous years, the Museum of the Oldest Appellation in the World will celebrate International Museum Day by opening its doors free of charge to all visitors.

This initiative will take place next Tuesday, May 19th, during regular opening hours (10:30 am – 6:00 pm). Take advantage of this unique opportunity and celebrate with us this very special day for all the museums around the world.

December Schedules 2024 – Museum of the Oldest Appellation in the World

support — Sat, 20 Dec 2025 18:51:06 +0000

Christmas Holidays 2024

Dear visitors,

We inform that the Museum of the Oldest Appellation in the World will have a special schedule on December 2023.

Special Schedules – Holliday Season

06/12/24 | 10:30 am – 17:45 pm (closed earlier for a private event)

18/12/24 | 10:30 am – 17:00 pm (closed earlier for a private event)

24/12/24 | Closed

25/12/24 | Closed

31/12/24 | 10:30 am – 17:00 pm

(01/01/25 | Closed)

You can contact our team and ask your questions through our website form, Facebook page, or by email to: geral@museurealcompanhiavelha.pt or anadias@realcompanhiavelha.pt.

We look forward for your visit.

Vila Nova de Gaia, 01st December 2024

December Schedules 2024 – Museum of the Oldest Appellation in the World

support — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 18:47:00 +0000

Natal 2024

Dear visitors,

We inform that the Museum of the Oldest Appellation in the World will have a special schedule on December 2023.

Special Schedules – Holliday Season

06/12/24 | 10:30 am – 17:45 pm (closed earlier for a private event)

18/12/24 | 10:30 am – 17:00 pm (closed earlier for a private event)

24/12/24 | Closed

25/12/24 | Closed

31/12/24 | 10:30 am – 17:00 pm

(01/01/25 | Closed)

You can contact our team and ask your questions through our website form, Facebook page, or by email to: geral@museurealcompanhiavelha.pt or anadias@realcompanhiavelha.pt.

We look forward for your visit.

Vila Nova de Gaia, 01st December 2024

December Schedules 2023 – Museum of the Oldest Appellation in the World

support — Sun, 10 Dec 2023 18:46:00 +0000

Christmas Holidays 2023

Dear visitors,

We inform that the Museum of the Oldest Appellation in the World will have a special schedule on December 2023.

Special Schedules – Holliday Season

19/12/23 | 10:30-17:30 am (closed earlier for a private event)

20/12/23 | 10:30-16:45 am (closed earlier for a private event)

24/12/23 | Closed

25/12/23 | Closed

31/12/23 | 11:00 am – 17:00 pm

(01/01/24 | Closed)

You can contact our team and ask your questions through our website form, Facebook page, or by email to: geral@museurealcompanhiavelha.pt or anadias@realcompanhiavelha.pt.

We look forward for your visit.

Vila Nova de Gaia, 18th December 2023

Port Wine Day | September 10th

support — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 18:44:00 +0000

Celebrations of the 267th Anniversary of Real Companhia Velha and the 5th Anniversary of Museu & Enoteca 17•56

Come join us on the September 10th to celebrate the 267th Real Companhia Velha’s anniversary, as well as the 5th anniversary of Museu & Enoteca 17•56.

The Museum of the Oldest Appellation in the World will be open exceptionally from 11 am to 7 pm and the entrance will be free of charge for all visitors. To highlight this festive day, a glass of Port wine will be offered.

Join us in this truly special day.

International Museum Day 2023

support — Thu, 18 May 2023 18:41:00 +0000

18th May, 2023

Today we celebrate the International Museum Day. Accept the invitation and visit the Museum of the Oldest Appellation in the World.

Come and visit the permanent exhibition and the well-preserved heritage of a legacy with more than 260 years of history. Today we are open to receive you from: 𝟭𝟬:𝟯𝟬 until 𝟭𝟴:𝟯𝟬𝗵 (last admission: 18:00h). e estamos abertos para o/a receber das 10:30h às 18:30h (última admissão: 18:00h).

Visit us!

International Day for Monuments and Sites 2023

support — Sat, 15 Apr 2023 18:37:00 +0000

Guided Tours | 18th April 2023

Celebrate the International Day of Monuments and Sites 2023, at the Museum of the Oldest Appellation in the World. On the 18th of April, guided tours will be available with the purchase of the entry tickets to our permanent exhibition.
On 18 April, guided tours will be available with the purchase of tickets to our permanent exhibition.

Guided tours will be offered with the purchase of the following tickets: Single Tickets; Porto Experience or Enoteca Experience. Book your ticket (maximum capacity 20 pax per visit).

Check the attached image to confirm the available schedules and language of visit. Come and celebrate this special day with us.

The Big Experience at Gaia

support — Mon, 20 Feb 2023 18:34:00 +0000

Real Companhia Velha´s Tour Program

To immerse you in our offer of wine tourism in Vila Nova de Gaia, we created the Real Companhia Velha – The Big Experience at Gaia, which includes a premium visit to the Port Wine Cellars, a visit to the Museum of the Oldest Appellation in the World and, at the end, a relaxed lunch at Enoteca 17.56.

PROGRAM

10h00 Real Companhia Velha Port Wine Cellars – Premium Visit

Rua Azevedo Magalhães, 314, 4430-952 Vila Nova de Gaia

11h30 Arrival at the Visitors Center 17.56 Museu & Enoteca from Real Companhia Velha

Alameda da Rua de Serpa Pinto, 44B 4400-307 Vila Nova de Gaia

11h30 – Museum of the Oldest Appellation in the World – Standard Visit
12h30 – Enoteca 17.56 – Lunch at three times*

* MENU

Aperitif: Porto Tonic

Starter: Iberico Ham / Burrata with Bull’s Heart Tomato

Wine: Evel white or red

Dish: Asparagus and Basil Risotto / Codfish “à Romando” / Enoteca Steak

Wine: Evel white or red

Dessert: Mini “Escangalhado”/ Fruit

Wine: Quinta das Carvalhas Porto Reserva Tawny

Includes: couvert, coffee or tea

Conditions

Opening days: Tuesday to Saturday

Price (with VAT): €78.00 per person

Reservation: Mandatory. Through the contacts: +351 223 775 194 or turismo@realcompanhiavelha.pt.

Note: The program has a fixed route and schedule and cannot be changed.

The itinerary is made in the transport of the visitor, allowing greater comfort.

Opening Hours Change – Carnival

support — Sun, 19 Feb 2023 18:32:00 +0000

Information Notice

We hereby inform you that on Carnival Day (21/02/2023), the Museu da 1ª Demarcação will be open to all visitors at the following times: from 11:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 18:30 (last admission at 18:00).

We look forward to your visit.