3 must-see museums in Lisbon

Museums are almost must stops when passing through the historical and cultural city of Lisbon – whether places of hundreds of years or even modern with daring and exotic artists. Add this to the various workshops and events that the city’s museums promote and, of course, breaks in the coffee shops for a rest and a good chat. Check out the must-see museums in the city!

Museum of Art, Architecture, and Technology (MAAT)

The MAAT, as it is known, is a contemporary art museum inaugurated in 2016, which hosts various national and international exhibitions. With works of artists, painters, architects, and contemporaneous thinkers, it has breathtaking diversity. Its permanent exhibition features work by 250 Portuguese artists. In addition, the museum offers events and creative workshops.

Open from Wednesday to Sunday, from 11am to 7pm.

Address: Av. Brasília, 1300-598 Lisbon, Portugal

Coches Museum

Inaugurated in 1905 by Queen Amelia de Orleães e Bragança, the museum was an initiative to preserve the Cars of the Royal family and today is a must stop when going to Lisbon. Recently, the place has been expanded and its new building is signed by the Brazilian Paulo Mendes da Costa. The cars, currently, are presented in two large halls, which have descriptions about the time in which they were used and to whom it belonged.

Open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10 am to 6 pm.

Address: Av. Da Índia 136, 1300-004 Lisbon, Portugal

Palácio Nacional Da Ajuda Museum

The museum is still little visited by tourists, but it is so incredible that it was recognized as a national monument. This was the last Portuguese royal palace, built after the earthquake of 1755 which destroyed much of Lisbon. Today, the place exhibits the Painting Gallery of King D. Luis I, being one of the most important decorative art museums in Portugal. The place has 2 floors of pure luxury and history.

Open from 10am to 6pm

Address: Largo Ajuda, 1349-021 Lisbon, Portugal