What to see in Lisbon

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Museu Gulbenkian

The renowned Founder's Collection at Museu Calouste Gulbenkian is renowned for its exceptional quality and vast selection of pieces, including Egyptian artifacts, Old Master and Impressionist paintings. Entry is inclusive of the separate Coleção...
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Museu Nacional Militar

National military museum was originally a royal army arsenal

Museu Nacional Militar once served as the arsenal for the royal army. The current building was rebuilt under the orders of José I after previous buildings were destroyed by fire...
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Roman Theater Museum (Museu do Teatro Romano)

The Museu do Teatro Romano, recently reopened in 2015 following two years of reconstruction and excavation, will take you back to the time of Emperor Augustus in Olisipo (Lisbon). Enjoy entry for free to the highlight of the museum - a Roman...
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Museu do Design e da Moda (MUDE)

The Baixa star, a former bank transformed into a cavernous museum, is currently closed for renovations and will reopen with an admission fee (previously free). It showcases iconic furniture from renowned designers such as Charles Eames, Frank...
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Museu da Marioneta

Explore your childhood at the Museu da Marioneta, an amazing Geppetto-like workshop situated in the 17th-century Convento das Bernardas. You'll find beloved characters such as Punch and his Portuguese associate Dom Roberto, as well as rare...
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Elevador da Gloria

Inexpensive elevator yields scenic view overlooking the city

Elevador da Gloria is also part of Lisbon's public transportation system, which makes it relatively inexpensive. The elevator takes passengers to the São Pedro de Alcântara...
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Museu Colecção Berardo

One of Europe's leading modern art collections

Inaugurated in 2007, this showcase for the vast collection of Madeiran-born magnate José 'Joe' Berardo was visited by half a million people in its first year (free admission helped)....
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Igreja de São Roque

The 16th-century Jesuit Igreja de São Roque, with its unremarkable exterior, houses a spectacularly opulent interior, given a lavish makeover with Brazilian wealth. The undisputed highlight is the Capela de São João Baptista, crafted from...
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Igreja de Santo António

Historic church at the birthplace of St. Anthony of Padua

Igreja de Santo António is a historic church that was built on the site of the birthplace of the patron saint of Portugal, St. Anthony of Padua. St. Anthony is also the patron saint...
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Fado and Guitar Museum (Casa do Fado e da Guitarra Portuguesa)

Experience the emotion of traditional Portuguese music firsthand at the Museu do Fado. Located in the birthplace of fado, Alfama, the museum takes visitors on a journey through the history and evolution of this melancholic art form. From its...
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Torre Vasco da Gama

This towering structure may look like it's located in Dubai, but it's actually situated much closer to home. Resembling the famed sail of the explorer Vasco da Gama's caravel, this 145m-high concrete and steel skyscraper was designed by...
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Estádio José Alvalade

Football stadium and home of Sporting Clube de Portugal

Estádio José Alvalade is the football stadium that is home to the Sporting Clube de Portugal. It was designed by architect Tomás Taveira. The facility includes a shopping mall, a...
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Palácio dos Marqueses da Fronteira

Beautiful palace in an idyllic location

The idyllic setting of Palácio dos Marqueses da Fronteira, at the foot of Monsanto Forest Park, is in sharp contrast to the concrete jungle of Sete Rios. The palace was built for the Mascarenhas...
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Fábrica de Braço de Prata

Former weapons plant wins the culture wars

A derelict armaments factory in eastern Lisbon has blossomed into the city's most happening venue. Founded by two booksellers who for years staged debates, exhibitions and concerts in cramped...
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Sinagoga Portuguesa Shaare Tikvah

The gates of hope

Sinagoga Portuguesa Shaare Tikvah is a sanctuary for the Lisbon Jewish community. It was inaugurated 1904, and it is currently administrated by the Lisbon Israelite Commission.

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Estádio da Luz

Lisbon football stadium known by fans as "the cathedral"

Estádio da Luz is a well-loved football stadium that is the home of the Sport Lisboa e Benfica. It replaces an older stadium of the same name. This stadium, designed by architect...
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Museu do Oriente

The stunning design of the Museu do Oriente emphasizes Portugal's connection to Asia, from its first steps into colonialism in Macau all the way to ancestor worship. This immense museum was once a 1940s bacalhau (dried salt-cod) warehouse that...
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Museu da Cidade

Located in an 18th-century palace, this museum showcases the city's past, from its prehistory to the early 20th century. Explore the blue-tiled rooms with archaeological artefacts, and view a model of Lisbon before the 1755 Great Earthquake (once...
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Fundação Arpad Szenes-Vieira da Silva

The Vieira da Silva Museum invites visitors to explore the world of the renowned Portuguese artist. Housed in a former silk factory, the museum boasts an array of paintings by Vieira da Silva and her husband Arpàd Szenes, as well as open spaces,...
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Galeria Ratton

Exclusive ceramics

With free entrance and some of the most acclaimed artists, Galeria Ratton is a must see in Lisbon. It features some of the most original exhibitions you'll ever see, with painted tiles and interesting architectonic...
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Museu do Chiado

Art enthusiasts are drawn to Museu do Chiado, located in the stunningly remodeled Convento de São Francisco. The museum's collection of 19th- and 20th-century artworks includes pieces by Rodin, Jorge Vieira and José de Almada Negreiros, though...
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Galeria 111

The oldest gallery in Portugal

Galeria 111 was founded before the 1974 Revolution with a huge stock of work by Paula Rego, Alexandre Pomar and António Dacosta, and other contemporary artists. There is a fine collection of prints and...
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Centro de Arte Moderna José de Azeredo Perdigão

Modern art and more

Part of the extraordinary Gulbenkian, Centro de Arte Moderna José de Azeredo Perdigão is a fine modernist building set in a lovely park, with a canteen and bookshop. Its collection is an excellent foil to the Old...
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Galeria Zé dos Bois

For art and music

Galeria Zé dos Bois is an art centre created in 1994 as a non-profit association of civic initiative. It has a beautiful location - an 18th century palace in the heart of Bairro Alto, Lisbon. Art lovers come here for...
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Museu Archeologico do Carmo

Historic Lisbon museum featuring ruins of a 14th century church

Museu Archeologico do Carmo is a historic Lisbon museum featuring the ruins of a 14th century church. The ruined church nave was damaged in the 1755 earthquake that also took...
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Museu de São Roque

Historic Jesuit church featuring large collection of baroque silver

Museu de São Roque can be found inside the historic Jesuit church Igreja de São Roque, featuring a large collection of baroque silver and other elaborate artifacts. This...
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National Museum of Costume (Museu Nacional do Traje)

Fine display of historic clothing and other artifacts

First opened in 1977, the National Museum of Costume (Museu Nacional do Traje) houses a fine display of historic clothing and artifacts. The museum is located in one of the historic...
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Geological Museum (Museu Geológico)

Portuguese museum dedicated to geology and to archeology

The origins of the Geological Museum (Museu Geológico) date from the Geological Survey of 1857. The museum has four exhibit halls. Inside these exhibit halls you will find fossils,...
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Museu dos Combatente

Fascinating military museum located near the Belem Tower

Museu dos Combatente is a fascinating military museum located near the Belem Tower. It is also near the Fort of Good Success (Forte do Bom Sucesso). While this museum is small, it...
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Museu da Farmácia

Museum spotlights many items relevant to the history of medicine

Museu da Farmácia spotlights the history of medicine. Over 5,000 years of medical history is represented by these displays, which have been collected from all over the world....
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Museu da Carris (Rail Museum)

History of Lisbon's trams and other forms of public transportation

Museu da Carris (Rail Museum) explores the history of Lisbon's trams and other forms of public transportation. Of key interest are the beautifully restored historic trams,...
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Museu de Água (Museum of the Water)

Museum contains artifacts important to Portugal's water distribution system

Museu de Água (Museum of the Water) contains exhibits showing the history of the water distribution system, including pumping stations, aqueducts, and resevoirs....
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Museu Bordalo Pinheiro

Museum dedicated to the work of Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro

Museu Bordalo Pinheiro is dedicated to the work of Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro. Pinheiro was a man of many talents and the museum includes a wide variety of his works such as: paintings,...
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Museu da Presidência da República (Museum of the Presidency of the Republic)

The Portuguese Presidential Museum, though small, is well worth a visit for its incredible presentation of state gifts. Among the most remarkable is the one from Brazilian President Juscelino Kubitschek in 1957 – an enormous tortoiseshell...
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Museu da Música (Museum of Music)

Unique underground museum houses large collection of European instruments

Museu da Música (Museum of Music) has a unique location. It is housed underground in the railway station of Alto dos Moinhos. It features a large collection of...
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Fundação Amalia Rodrigues Casa Museu

This quaint neighborhood is a must-see for any fan of the Portuguese music genre of Fado, as it was where the legendary singer Amália Rodrigues, the "Rainha do Fado" (Queen of Fado) lived until her death in 1999. Keep an eye out for the...
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Museu das Comunicações (Communications Museum)

Display of the history of technology and communication

Museu das Comunicações (Communications Museum) is tied to Portugal's mail services. Its exhibits show the history of technology and communication in Portugal. Also on display is...
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Palácio Palmela

Historic palace with statues

Palácio Palmela was designed by the architect, Manuel Caetano de Sousa. In there are two white marble statues sculpted by the famous French sculptor Guillaume. One of the statues is called "Motherhood," the...
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Alto da Serafina adventure playground

Playground in park offers fun afternoon for the youngsters

Alto da Serafina adventure playground is a playground located in the large Monsanto Park. With its many activities such as climbing equipment, slides and swings as well as an area...
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Gare do Oriente

The Gare do Oriente, a breathtaking space-age structure by renowned Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, is an awe-inspiring sight. Its slender columns spread out to form a concertina roof, which is reminiscent of a geometric crystalline forest.