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Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga

Rua das Janelas Verdes, Lisboa, Lisboa

Description

The National Museum of Ancient Art (Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga) of Lisbon is housed in the Palácio Alvor-Pombal and displays a wide range of collections mostly from periods comprised between the Middle Ages and the early 19th century. The most important section is that of the European paintings, which includes the Saint Vincent Panels polyptych with 6 panels (attributed to Nuno Gonçalves) and works from the like of Rubens and H. Bosch. The other collections are Sculpture (Ancient Rome and Egypt, and Western Europe), Goldwork, Textiles, the Imperial collection from the former Portuguese Empire, Furniture, and Ceramics.

Access & Transport

The museum is in central Lisbon, 2km west of the city centre. Buses 713, 714 and 727 stop along Rua das Janelas Verdes and the Santos and Santos-o-Velho tram stations (15, 18, 25) are less than 5mins away

Instructions & Recommendations

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Meta review

According to travel guides and online reviewers, the museum is one of the best for art collections in Lisbon. What strikes most visitors is the sheer range of items on display, from paintings to goldware and ceramics; the Bosch painting is the highlight for most and the building itself draws some appreciative comments.

Environmental & Social

No environmental data. Some carbon footprint from electricity (cooling and heating). Preserves some of the country's artistic and the city's architectural heritages

Conclusion

One of the best art venues in Lisbon. The eclectic aspect can be a little disorientating, but it has the benefit that almost anyone can find something in line with personal interests. One to add to the list of cultural activities if you have 3 days or more in the city

Key positive

Collections are diverse and the building attractive

Easy to reach by public transport and reasonable admission fees

Key negative

None

Suitability

Accessible to wheelchair users. Children under 14yrs old may not find the collections interesting

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

Updated in October 2023

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Closed on Easter Sunday, 01 May, 13 June, 25 Dec, 01 Jan

av. transport time:0h 20m

est. visit time:1h 40m

Regulated hours

Monday -

Tuesday10:00 - 18:00

Wednesday10:00 - 18:00

Thursday10:00 - 18:00

Friday10:00 - 18:00

Saturday10:00 - 18:00

Sunday10:00 - 18:00

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
€5
Adult
25 - 64
€10
Teen & Young
13 - 24
€5
Child
3 - 12
€0
Infant
0 - 2
€0

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