Monteiro-Mor Quinta

Monteiro-Mor Quinta is a historic estate with multiple buildings, formal gardens, and botanical collections featuring various plant species. The site also houses the Theatre and Dance Museum with its exhibition spaces.

The estate was shaped in the 18th century by botanist Domingos Vandelli and belonged to the 3rd Marquis of Angeja. It underwent several changes over time before becoming the cultural venue it is today.

The National Theatre and Dance Museum uses the estate as a space to show how Portuguese performing arts developed and were experienced over time. The collections inside reflect what mattered to performers and audiences in the country's theatrical traditions.

The estate is open Tuesday through Sunday, and you should plan for separate tickets for the park and museum sections. It is best to visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon when fewer visitors are around.

Ancient Araucaria, Sequoia, and Cypress trees grow throughout the estate, creating a collection of rare specimens from different climates. A boxwood garden near the museum entrance shows how the owners shaped green spaces to showcase botanical knowledge and taste.