Museu Municipal Dr. José Formosinho, Lagos

#15 among attractions in Lagos

Museum

Gallery (1)

Map

Facts and practical information

Museu Municipal Dr. José Formosinho (address: R. General Alberto da Silveira) is a place located in Lagos (Faro district) and belongs to the category of museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 56 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 37°5'57"N latitude and 8°40'16"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Museu Municipal Dr. José Formosinho is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Parque da Cidade (bus, 6 min walk), Lagos (train, 17 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Igreja de Santo António (sacred and religious sites, 1 min walk), Igreja de Santa Maria (sacred and religious sites, 2 min walk), Castle of Lagos (forts and castles, 3 min walk).

Coordinates: 37°5'57"N, 8°40'16"W

Address

R. General Alberto da SilveiraLagos Portugal

ContactAdd

Social media

Add

Lagos

Day trips

Museu Municipal Dr. José Formosinho – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Fort of Ponta da Bandeira, Mercado de Escravos, Castle of Lagos, Pro Putting Garden.

~820 ftE
City wall, Battlefield
Fort of Ponta da Bandeira, Lagos
4 min walk • Nestled along the scenic coastline of Lagos, Portugal, the Fort of Ponta da Bandeira is a testament to the city's historic maritime defenses. This 17th-century fortress, also known as the Forte da Ponta da Bandeira, stands as a stoic guardian at the mouth of the...
~530 ftN
Museum
Mercado de Escravos, Lagos
3 min walk • Nestled in the historical coastal city of Lagos, Portugal, the Mercado de Escravos holds a somber yet significant place in the annals of history as the first European slave market. This unassuming building, located in the picturesque Praça Infante Dom Henrique, is a...
~490 ftE
Forts and castles
Castle of Lagos, Lagos
3 min walk • Nestled within the coastal town of Lagos, Portugal, the Castle of Lagos, also known as the Castle of the Governors, stands as a historical beacon overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. This formidable structure, steeped in centuries of history, dates back to the 16th century...
~1000 ftSW
37°5'51"N • 8°40'26"W
Pro Putting Garden, Lagos
5 min walk • Outdoor activities, Mini golf, Golf
~1420 ftNW
Monuments and statues, Church
Igreja de São Sebastião, Lagos
7 min walk • Igreja de São Sebastião is a church in Portugal. It is classified as a National Monument.
~200 ftNW
Sacred and religious sites, Church
Igreja de Santo António, Lagos
1 min walk • Igreja de Santo António is a church in Portugal. It is classified as a National Monument.
1.3 miNW
Dam
Roman Dam of Fonte Coberta, Lagos
34 min walk • Roman Dam of Fonte Coberta is an archeologic site of a Roman dam in the parish of São Sebastião, municipality of Lagos, in the Algarve region of southern Portugal. The dam was constructed during the Romanization of Hispania.
~360 ftNE
37°5'60"N • 8°40'14"W
Igreja de Santa Maria, Lagos
2 min walk • Sacred and religious sites, Church
0.6 miNW
37°6'21"N • 8°40'41"W
Laboratório de Actividades Criativas, Lagos
16 min walk • Art gallery, Shopping, Museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Museu Municipal Dr. José Formosinho?

Nearby attractions include Igreja de Santo António, Lagos (1 min walk), Igreja de Santa Maria, Lagos (2 min walk), Castle of Lagos, Lagos (3 min walk), Mercado de Escravos, Lagos (3 min walk).

How to get to Museu Municipal Dr. José Formosinho by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museu Municipal Dr. José Formosinho:

Bus

Parque da Cidade • Lines: 1 (6 min walk)
Portas de Portugal / CTT • Lines: 1, 2 (8 min walk)

Train

Lagos (17 min walk)