Interpretive center of Arraiolos Carpet

Its pretty interesting. Very cheep entrance fee. Not very big, but enough for 40 min walking around

This is a great place to understand the historical roots and the craft itself. Arraiolos has been a center of wool production, tinting, and rug manufacturing for centuries. It has a castle like so many of the iberian towns whose riches attracted those who'd pilfer. It has a charming urb, made of narrow medieval streets and public spaces at its center. But best, it has those hand embroidered Arraiolo rugs to marvel at or buy. They have been the property of nobles and bishops, but we mere mortals deserve them too.

Here is the place to find out the history of Portuguese carpets. Stop here as you your Portugal.

If you're in to carpets, this is the place for you. Friendly and helpful staff, live demonstration of techniques.

Excellent museum