Set in a two-story mansion on Avenida Sete de Setembro in Salvador’s Vitória neighborhood, the Carlos Costa Pinto Museum displays decorative art and antiques from the collection of a wealthy local couple. Look for work by Brazilian artisans in silver, gold, crystal and porcelain, alongside objects that offer a glimpse of upper-class life in Salvador in the 19th and 20th centuries. The museum also has Café Balagandã, with outdoor seating, for a pause after viewing the collection.
Decorative art and local craftsmanship
The collection brings together antique objects and decorative art associated with Salvador’s wealthy households. Brazilian artisans worked precious metals such as silver and gold, as well as crystal and porcelain, into pieces displayed across the museum’s exhibition rooms.
The objects give the collection a domestic scale: alongside decorative paintings, they help convey how an affluent couple lived and furnished a home. Some pieces are linked to well-known figures.
The mansion and its cafe
The museum occupies a two-story mansion in Vitória. Its setting suits a collection focused on private life and household objects, with rooms arranged to present the couple’s collection inside the home.
Café Balagandã is on site and has outdoor seating. It provides a place to pause during a museum visit.
FAQ
When is the Carlos Costa Pinto Museum open?
It is open from 2:30 to 6 p.m. on Mondays and from 2:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. It is closed on Tuesdays and weekends.
Are there lockers at the museum?
Yes. Backpacks and water bottles must be left in the locked lockers before entering.
Is the museum wheelchair accessible?
The museum has a wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating and parking.
Does the museum have a cafe?
Yes. Café Balagandã is on site and has outdoor seating.
