Cordoaria Nacional — Attraction in Lisbon

Built in the 18c as a factory of ropes for nautical purposes (hence location and lenght of building) in pombaline style, the front part of the complex became a cultural venue on the late 1990s. Its industrial past is still noticeable, with leftover rails and floor irregularity, scale of windows and doors and height of ceiling.

The Coordoaria exhibition space is a long narrow high ceiling unobstructed space that allows to accomodate a big range of temporary exhibitions.

Its location close to the river, nearby Lisbon's Conference Center, Casa America Latina and Fábrica da Electricidade/MAAT, is quite convenient. Entrance is done at the center of the building, on the south facing facade (facing the river).

The single floor single room space doesn't offer much more other than toilets and exhibition area (it is accessible to wheelchair though). For eateries or other facilities one must look elsewhere.

Content is really dependent on the exhibition/event it is showing and personal preference. Exhibitions are usually paid. Ticket office is outside, near the entrace. Please note the eastern tip of the building is a separate exhibition space under municipal curatorial management, separate entrances...

The building used to be a naval rope-making factory in Belém, built-in 1779. It consists of two parallel buildings, which you can enter only from the one facing the river. From 1998 the building is used solely as a place for rotating exhibitions. At the time of my visit here was Banksy exhibition, pop art, and one with Fernando Lemos collection of design and photographs. The buildings seriously ask for more renovation as the condition did not seem to be suitable for hosting visitors and preserving artifacts, or at least for a...

There are usually interesting exhibits there, but they can be pricey at times. The building is located near many touristic attractions and the whole area is very pleasant, but it's hard to find a parking space, so make sure you park a bit far or go by bus/train (the closest train station is Belém). It can also be a bit cold in the Winter, since there is no heating system in place. If you can, go outside by the riverside and watch the sunset after...