Fundação da Casa de Mateus Tickets and Tours
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773PatrickL·2026-03-30·
★ 5.0
Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines
It would be a shame to walk past without stopping!
A little surprised to see so few reviews, because the place is superb and full of history, it is definitely worth stopping there 2 hours to visit the gardens and the richly decorated Casa. There is a guided tour of 25' and another of 50, the first seemed already detailed, even if it was by audio-guide
ViagemSemEscalas·2025-07-05·
★ 5.0
Tour to the Palace of Mateus and the Douro
Mateus Palace com a Yellow Tours
Em busca de uma experiência que une cultura, história, vinho e turismo em Portugal, o blog Viagem Sem Escalas embarcou no passeio “Mateus Palace – In the Footsteps of Wine History”, organizado pela Yellow Tours and Experiences. Saindo do Porto, desfrutamos de transporte confortável, guia trilíngue e degustação de vinhos incluída, rumo ao magnífico Palácio de Mateus, em Vila Real. Um ícone barroco e residência centenária O Palácio de Mateus — também chamado de Solar ou Casa de Mateus — foi construído entre 1739 e 1743 por António José Botelho Mourão, 3.º Morgado de Mateus, substituindo uma antiga casa do século XVII no mesmo local. O link do Viagem Sem Escalas no Yellow Tours and Experiences tem ofertas especiais O projeto é atribuído ao arquiteto Nicolau Nasoni, famoso por obras como a Torre dos Clérigos, e é considerado um dos mais representativos exemplos do barroco no norte de Portugal . Reconhecido como Monumento Nacional desde 1910, o palácio preserva sua imponência e relevância histórica . Interior rico em arte, literatura e memória No interior, visitamos os salões aristocráticos, a capela e a imponente biblioteca com cerca de 6 000 volumes, incluindo primeiras edições ilustradas de Os Lusíadas (1816) . Mobiliário de época, tapeçarias, porcelanas orientais, relíquias religiosas e retratos — como os de D. Luís António de Sousa Botelho Mourão — compõem um cenário que revela a intensidade cultural dos Morgados de Mateus . Veja nosso vídeo especial no YouTube Jardins barrocos e ambiente paradisíaco O jardim, projetado no século XVIII e ampliado nos séculos seguintes (1870, 1930, 1950–60), é um espetáculo de paisagismo, repleto de lagos reflexivos, estátuas (inclusive a ninfa de João Cutileiro de 1981) e vastas alamedas de carvalhos e castanheiros . Sua estética barroca e o famoso “espelho d’água” oferecem um cenário único de contemplação e calma. Enoturismo com tradição e sabor Na adega do palácio, que remonta ao século XVI, tivemos uma degustação exclusiva de três vinhos DOP do Douro — entre eles o Mateus Rosé, cujo rótulo distingue a propriedade no mercado internacional . Uma combinação perfeita de história, vinhos e tradição em um só roteiro. Cultura viva: Fundação Casa de Mateus Desde 1961, com a abertura ao público promovida por D. Francisco Albuquerque (6.º Conde de Vila Real), o palácio passou a integrar a vida cultural da região . Em 1970 foi criada a Fundação Casa de Mateus, dedicada à conservação do patrimônio, à gestão do vasto arquivo, biblioteca e à promoção de eventos culturais: concertos clássicos, exposições e residências de artistas . Excursão perfeita a partir do Porto O tour “Mateus Palace – In the Footsteps of Wine History”, oferecido pela Yellow Tours and Experiences, dura cerca de 6 horas, com saída às 14h e retorno ao Porto às 20h. Ideal para quem busca um bate-volta cultural completo com guia trilíngue e degustação inclusa, unindo história, vinho e natureza em um único roteiro.
Travelgrandmom·2024-10-26·
★ 5.0
5-Day Private Cultural Tour of North Portugal
Fantastic Portugal Adventure
Luis was our tour guide and driver for 5 days. He was exceptional in every way. He was very knowledgeable in Portuguese history and architecture. He pre planned our trip with our travel agent in the states and had all of our entry tickets on his phone. We never waited for ticket purchases. Our trip went north from Porto to the Duoro valley where we spent two days/nights. Then we went to Coimbra where we visited the University and most importantly the library. Next we went to Fatima and Nazare. From here we went to Sintra and toured the Pena Palace with Luis. Lastly we drove to Lisbon and Luis toured us through the Jeronimos Monastery and church. Luis dropped us off each night at our pre arranged hotel and returned in the am for our next adventure. He was always concerned that all was well at the hotel with check in before he departed. He kept in touch with us on What’s App so we knew when he would arrive. Overall, this trip was so easy for us as travelers thanks to Luis.
Frequently asked questions
How much should I budget for Fundação da Casa de Mateus tours?
Plan on €142 to €617 per adult, which covers half of the 6 options on this page. The cheapest is the Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines at €110.
What happens if I need to cancel?
For 6 of the 6 experiences here you get a full refund if you cancel in time, usually up to 24 hours before. The deadline is shown on each booking page.
Which tours include entry to Fundação da Casa de Mateus?
Five options include admission, the cheapest being the Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines at €110. Walking and bike tours often only pass by, so check “What's included” before booking.
How much time should I set aside?
Allow about 8 hours for a typical experience here. The longest lasts 5 days; use the Duration filter for shorter ones.
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Do any experiences include pickup from my hotel?
Three experiences on this page include pickup, such as the Douro Valley Tour Wine and breathtaking views. For the rest, the meeting point is in your booking confirmation.
Are there tours in languages other than English?
English is the most common, offered by 6 experiences, followed by French, Spanish; Castilian and Portuguese. Use the Language filter to narrow the list.
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