Edifício da Biblioteca Municipal do Porto

The building of the Municipal Library of Porto was the former convent of Santo António dos Capuchos. Is a building from the late 18th century, has many inner courtyards. Was adapted to the library for Dom Pedro IV. The interior is decorated by ceramic tiles of several convents of invicta and surroundings.

Contacts


Rua de Dom João IV, 17 - Jardim de São Lázaro
4000-296,Porto

    Characteristics


  • True

    opening hours


  • monday: 10:00-18:00
  • tuesday: 09:00-19:30
  • wednesday: 09:00-19:30
  • thursday: 09:00-19:30
  • friday: 09:00-19:30
  • saturday: 10:00-18:00

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