Museo Automovilístico y de la Moda

Overview

The Museo Automovilístico y de la Moda (Automobile and Fashion Museum) is an unusual museum housing a private collection of almost 100 vintage cars alongside haute couture fashion — displayed side by side in the former Tabacalera (tobacco factory).

Highlights

• Iconic cars: Rolls-Royce, Bugatti, Ferrari, and Bentley models from the 1900s to the 1970s.
• Fashion pairings: Each car is displayed with designer outfits from the same era — Chanel, Dior, Balenciaga.
• Art installations: Engine sculptures and automotive art complement the collection.

History

The museum was founded by Portuguese collector João Manuel Magalhães and opened in 2010 in the renovated 1920s tobacco factory near the port.

Visitor Tips

• Photography: Encouraged — the juxtaposition of cars and couture makes for striking images.
• Combine: Pair with the nearby Museo Ruso in the same building complex.
• Duration: 1–1.5 hours.