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Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology (MAAT), Lisbon

Avenida Brasília, Lisboa, Lisboa

Description

The Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology (MAAT) of Lisbon houses exhibitions and events by contemporary thinkers, architects, and artists. The building was designed by Amanda Levete Architects and sits on the bank of the Tagus River with walkways connecting it to the Tejo Power Station which can be visited with all its equipment and machinery.

Access & Transport

The museum is set along the river estuary in Western Lisbon, about 1.2km east of the Jerónimos Monastery. The Belem train station is 150m away on Av. da India. Bus 728 also stops there and tram #15 at 'R. Pinto Ferreira', 400m away.

Instructions & Recommendations

The Padrão dos Descobrimentos and Jerónimos Monastery are both 15mins' walk towards the west and the Palácio Nacional da Ajuda is 20mins towards the north (1.5km)

Meta review

The MAAT is best known for its impressive industrial chic architecture, but many online reviewers state that the content is underwhelming compared to the exterior look, except for those who really enjoy modern and contemporary art. The old power station does attract good comments however, and visitors also enjoy the rooftop garden and views.

Environmental & Social

No environmental data available. Construction required a fair amount of raw materials + use of electricity (heating/cooling) whereas the power plant has been repurposed. Some educational value and preserves the technical heritage of Lisbon

Conclusion

Recommended for those who like contemporary architecture or are keen to discover the interior of an old power plant, but probably not worth visiting on the strength of the art section alone.

Key positive

Fascinating old power plant

Impressive architecture

Key negative

The art section lacks a strong permanent collection

Suitability

Accessible to visitors with reduced mobility

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

Updated in October 2023

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Closed on 01 May, 25 Dec, 01 Jan

av. transport time:0h 20m

est. visit time:1h 30m

Regulated hours

Monday -

Tuesday -

Wednesday10:00 - 19:00

Thursday10:00 - 19:00

Friday10:00 - 19:00

Saturday10:00 - 19:00

Sunday10:00 - 19:00

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
€8
Adult
18 - 64
€11
Teen & Young
12 - 17
€8
Child
3 - 11
€0
Infant
0 - 2
€0
Price for students is €8
Family price
1 adult and 2 or more teenagers (12+)

Max total number:3

Max number of adults:1

Min.child age:12

Max.child age:17

Price for family€23

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