Casa Museu Amália Rodrigues

The Casa Museu Amália Rodriguesholds the memories of the most iconic fado singer of all time.

The yellow house, located on Rua de São Bento, in Lisbon, was home to the singer for half a century, and after her death it was turned into a museum.

The aim of this place is to pay tribute to one of the most beloved figures of fado in Lisbon among the Portuguese people.

The house, along with the nearly 30,000 objects that accompanied her on her travels, world tours, and personal life, are displayed and preserved in an arrangement almost identical to how its owner left them.

What's inside the Amália Museum

Some of the most fascinating objects are laid out in the living room: a 19th-century guitar, a piano, medals, and decorations. The dining room has the table set for a festive evening.

In her bedroom, there are more intimate details such as shoes and jewelry, as well as dresses and shawls worn by the celebrated Portuguese artist.

At the back of the house there is a small garden, where Chico, a parrot that was Amália's pet, greets you with a cheerful hello. In this space you can have a drink and listen to fado, sometimes performed live.

Beyond the museum

For those who follow the life of this famous fado singer, you can also visit the National Pantheon, where her remains rest.

It's a visit that can also be complemented with a trip to the Fado Museum.

The house is located behind the building of the Assembly of the Republic and nearby you can visit the Estrela Garden and the Lisbon neighborhoods of Estrela and Campo de Ourique.

Price

7€

Lisbon Card – 5,6€

Address

Rua de São Bento 193

Hours

Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

How to get there?

Tram 28, buses 706 and 727, Rua de São Bento stop