Porto: Art of Drinking WOW Museum - Drink Through History

Porto



Embark on an unforgettable journey spanning 8,000 years of history, exploring over 2,000 stunning drinking vessels that unveil the captivating story of humanity through the timeless art of drinking.

Highlights

  • Uncover humanity’s history through the timeless ritual of drinking
  • Explore a remarkable private collection spanning over 8,000 years
  • Admire more than 2,000 rare and symbolic vessels and glasses
  • Learn about the customs and ceremonies behind each artefact
  • Marvel at treasures once owned by emperors, popes, and aristocrats

Description

Step back in time and immerse yourself in an unparalleled collection of over 2,000 drinking vessels and glasses, dating as far back as 6,000 BC. This extraordinary private collection at WOW showcases artefacts once owned by emperors, popes, princes, and moguls—each piece revealing its own unique story. Discover the rich traditions, customs, and rituals behind these vessels, and uncover how they symbolise the wealth, culture, and everyday lives of their owners. From the earliest civilisations to the Roman Empire and the Industrial Revolution, this is Portugal’s most comprehensive collection of its kind and one of the finest worldwide. An unforgettable experience for history enthusiasts and culture lovers alike.

Includes

The Art of Drinking - The Bridge Collection Museum Entry Ticket Audioguide Available in Portuguese, English, Spanish and French Insights into the history, traditions, and rituals connected to each piece Access to one of the most comprehensive and finest collections of drinking vessels in Portugal and worldwide Opportunity to appreciate the cultural and historical significance of drinking customs through the ages

Important Information

  • The Bridge Collection is open daily from 10:00 AM until 07:00 PM (last entrance).
  • Use your ticket anytime, on the selected date, during museum opening hours.
  • Opening hours during bank holidays may vary. Please check the official website.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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