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National Museum of Contemporary Art Tickets

Staircase leading to the entrance of the National Museum of Contemporary Art in Lisbon.

Art gallery with portraits and sculptures at the National Museum of Contemporary Art.

Paintings displayed at the National Museum of Contemporary Art.

Art gallery with sculptures and paintings at the National Museum of Contemporary Art.

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Guided tour

Explore the National Museum of Contemporary Art, home to over 5,000 artworks by Portuguese artists, and enjoy an optional convenient Lisbon Card!

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Isabel

Dec 2025

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It is very convenient for public transportation. You have to be organized to be able to redeem it and pay attention to which attractions are not operational. It is not practical the need to exchange it to have it physically, since in my case it implied having to wait in line for the first time to exchange it. And it didn't save me from queuing at the monuments because so many people had the Lisbon card that even if I didn't have to buy the ticket, there were also queues to pass it through the automatic readers. I would buy it again because it saved me money, which was the main objective.

Sung

Dec 2025

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This is a great offer to explore many attractions in and around Lisbon - if used properly. Unfortunately, I don't think I have planned wisely, but it is still great to have. Some useful tips: - Some attractions (e.g. monastery) has a separate line for Lisboa card holders, but are filtered into a single line with regular visitors. Still much faster, but don't expect instant entry. - Don't even try using the card at very crowded attractions, like the Pena Palace or at Quinta da Regaleira. You simply have to reserve a timeslot for the best experience.

Olivera

Jan 2026

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Excellent experience with Headout. Easy pick up and easy entrance at the Lisbon Oceanarium. The Oceanarium experience itself is amazing and the whole area around it. We used the card for the discount at the science museum as well. Skipping the line at Jerónimos monastery was also great, because there were quite a lot tourist groups. All in all - I recommend it.

Visit one of the world's first museums dedicated to modern and contemporary art, the National Museum of Contemporary Art in Lisbon, founded in 1911.

Surround yourself with over 5,000 paintings, sculptures, and photographs by notable artists like Abel Manta, Adriano Sousa Lopes, and Paula Rego.

Choose a Lisbon Card which gives you free access to several attractions for a period of 24 to 72 hours, and hassle-free public transportation.

Fun Fact: During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Education Service launched a series of online lectures from the museum called Conversas Sobre o Retrato that reached over 42,000 families per episode.

National Museum of Contemporary Art

Entry to the National Museum of Contemporary Art

Lisbon Card

24/48/72 hour card (optional)

Free color handy guide and app – physical guide unavailable, download by QR Code (optional)

Interactive map (optional)

Attractions & public transport – check here for the list of attractions and public transport

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Mark
Jan 2026
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Highlights were access & unexpected extras. We appreciated being fast tracked on a long queue at jeronimos monastery, the efficiency of public transport in the city & visiting places we wouldn't have thought of (eg carriage museum was surprisingly interesting!). Don't miss the resistance Museum for a different side to Portuguese history. I would suggest reading carefully what exactly the card entitles. I got caught that it doesn't cover public transport around Sintra (& that it only gives a 10% discount there - & you still have to book ahead for a times ticket!). Maybe I didn't read details enough - maybe it was not made clear enough. Also worth checking what places will be shut when you visit (included access to Belém tower was t helpful when it is shut for renovation). We got our value, but not in Sintra (which used a day of our 72 hours).
Olivera
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Excellent experience with Headout. Easy pick up and easy entrance at the Lisbon Oceanarium. The Oceanarium experience itself is amazing and the whole area around it. We used the card for the discount at the science museum as well. Skipping the line at Jerónimos monastery was also great, because there were quite a lot tourist groups. All in all - I recommend it.
Robert
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Great deal, the card was picked up at the airport. Immediate transport from the airport to St. George's Church. The bus is included, as is the entrance fee. There are a few additional attractions with free admission, including a ride on tram 28. I recommend it
Kale
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Really great, no regrets. I got the 72-hour pass and made the most of it, following the 3-day itinerary on the website. You'll be glad you did.
Lisu
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Our day's highlight was the second one, 25.01, when we visited Jeronimos Monastery and Aiuda Palace. All experiences with Lisbon card was great.

These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.

Why visit the National Museum of Contemporary Art?

The National Museum of Contemporary Art was established in 1911 and originally operated out of the monastery of São Francisco da Cidade, a building complex badly devastated in the 1755 Lisbon earthquake. Contemporary art from Portugal and throughout the world can be found in this museum, which also has pieces by Rodin, Abel Manta, Adriano Sousa Lopes, and other masters. The MNAC is a must-visit for art lovers and scholars interested in Portuguese romantic, naturalist, modern, and contemporary art from the second half of the 19th century to the present day.

Lisbon card attractions

With a Lisbon Card, you may skip the lines at 39 more top attractions in the city. 24, 48, and 72-hour options are available, which eliminates the need to purchase individual admissions to attractions. Since it can be used in a variety of ways and is contactless, it's a convenient way to tour the city of Lisbon. The Pillar 7 Bridge Experience, Lisbon Story Center, Museu Nacional do Azulejo, Museu Nacional dos Coches, and many more of Lisbon's finest attractions are all free to see with this card.

Lisbon card transportation & more

Get free, unrestricted use of the subway, tram, bus, elevator, train, and any other kind of public transportation in the area. Skip the lines at the best attractions and save a ton of money at the shops, museums, restaurants, clubs, and more. Grab the color guidebook, app, interactive map, and discounts that can be used at various locations across the city. If you’re feeling adventurous, take a train to Sinatra or Cascais for free and spend the day there!

Accessibility

National Museum of Contemporary Art

The museum is suitable for wheelchair users.

Important Information

National Museum of Contemporary Art

Facilities: Parking

Free admission is allowed on Sundays and holidays until 2pm for all citizens residing in the national territory.

Check here to see eligibility for free admission to the museum.

Lisbon Card

You can visit each attraction only once.

Once redeemed, it is valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours depending on the ticket option chosen.

Fast-track entry is not possible at all attractions.

All cards must be exchanged at the same redemption point.

Guests are recommended to check the operating hours of the attractions they wish to go to prior to their visit.

Bear in mind that most national monuments and museums are closed on the following dates: 1 Jan, Easter Sunday, 1 May, 24 & 25 Dec, and on municipal holidays (13 June in Lisbon & 29 June in Sintra).

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Ticket redemption point

Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.