Casa do Montado - Evora Cork Museum — Attraction in Évora

The Cork Museum in Évora absolutely blew me away! I went in expecting something interesting, but what I experienced was far beyond that—it was fascinating, beautiful, and completely unique. This museum takes something as humble as cork and transforms it into a story of history, culture, art, and innovation. The exhibits are brilliantly curated, showing not only the traditional uses of cork in Portugal but also the incredible ways it has shaped communities and industries. I learned so much—yet it never felt like a lecture, it was engaging and inspiring at every turn. Mariana was extremely warm and welcoming, and clearly passionate about sharing the importance of cork. Her knowledge brought the displays to life and made the experience truly personal. The craftsmanship, creativity, and cultural pride on display here is breathtaking. This is not just a museum—it’s an experience that left me with a deep appreciation for Portugal’s heritage and ingenuity. If you are in Évora, do not miss this hidden treasure. It’s easily one of the most memorable and meaningful museums I have ever visited anywhere in the world. A perfect 5/5. I’d give it more...

We (1 adult + 2 seniors + 3 kids aged 4, 7, 9) visited this Cork Museum/Casa do Montado in Evora on a Saturday in April 2025. We did not make any reservation, but we could get in with no issue.

The museum is very neat, tidy, organized, and just lovey. The entry fee is also very reasonable. The museum is basically a self-guided tour, and all of the explanation/descriptions are available in both Portuguese and English.

For as small of a museum as it is, we were surprised that we ended up spending 75 minutes there, which could've been an even longer visit had we not succeeded in coaxing our kids to get going. The kids loved touching and playing with all the things in the last room!

I recommend adding Casa do Montado to your itinerary whenever you come to Evora. It offers another variety of activity that is unique, with a good balance of education and entertainment. After visiting this museum, you will have a better understanding and appreciation of the cork industry and...

This museum is a wonderful introduction into the forest systems of Portugal, particularly the cork trees. Andreia, my guide, is a farmer and was willing to answer any questions I had about this forestry both from an agricultural and a sustainability standpoint. This museum is just a few rooms, but it is a labor of care and love or her and her partner. Along the way you can learn about quality and healthy growth, animal species, diversification, monopolies, the silly results of having an EU bureaucracy, Chinese manufacturing, and what it is like to maintain these kind of enterprises that depend on experience for the longterm. I was the only one in the museum. It was a wonderfully rich and personal experience, and one of the highlights of my trip to Portugal. With all the "culture" you can see in Évora it might not be for everybody, but for those who are slightly interested in wanting to understand what's around you here, I highly...