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National Museum of Ancient Art

Explore Lisbon's premier art museum, the National Museum of Ancient Art. It houses a vast collection of artworks spanning from the Middle Ages to the 19th century. Secure your tickets with instant confirmation, mobile access, and flexibility.
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National Museum of Ancient Art
National Museum of Ancient Art gallery with religious paintings and a sculpture.
Visitors at the entrance of the National Museum of Ancient Art, Lisbon.
Interior view of National Museum of Ancient Art with sculptures and framed painting.
Art gallery with classical paintings and sculptures at the National Museum of Ancient Art.
Paintings displayed in a gallery at the National Museum of Ancient Art.
Paintings displayed in a gallery at the National Museum of Ancient Art.
Paintings displayed at the National Museum of Ancient Art, Lisbon.
Tapestry and antique furniture at the National Museum of Ancient Art.
Library room with wooden bookshelves at the National Museum of Ancient Art.
National Museum of Ancient Art facade in Lisbon, Portugal.
Garden view at the National Museum of Ancient Art, Lisbon, with statues and greenery.
Courtyard with statues and seating at the National Museum of Ancient Art, Lisbon.
Outdoor café seating with statues in the garden of the National Museum of Ancient Art.
Statue in the garden of the National Museum of Ancient Art, Lisbon.
Stone statue in the garden of the National Museum of Ancient Art, Lisbon.
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  • See paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to the early 19th century at this UNESCO World Heritage Site – now a museum.

  • Encounter Hieronymus Bosch‘s moral reflections like the Temptations of St. Anthony, Domingos Sequeira’s nativity art Adoration of the Magi, and more!

  • Add a Lisbon Card – valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours – to visit landmarks like the Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, National Museum of Ancient Art, etc.

  • Your card gives you access to public transport like metros, buses, and discounts on several cafes and restaurants.

  • Fun fact: In addition to the National Museum of Ancient Art, Ribeira Palace also houses the National Museum of Coaches and the National Museum of Costume and Fashion.

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  • See paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to the early 19th century at this UNESCO World Heritage Site – now a museum.

  • Encounter Hieronymus Bosch‘s moral reflections like the Temptations of St. Anthony, Domingos Sequeira’s nativity art Adoration of the Magi, and more!

  • Add a Lisbon Card – valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours – to visit landmarks like the Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, National Museum of Ancient Art, etc.

  • Your card gives you access to public transport like metros, buses, and discounts on several cafes and restaurants.

  • Fun fact: In addition to the National Museum of Ancient Art, Ribeira Palace also houses the National Museum of Coaches and the National Museum of Costume and Fashion.

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National Museum of Ancient Art

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Tuesday10:00am - 6:00pm
Wednesday10:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday10:00am - 6:00pm
Friday10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday10:00am - 6:00pm

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Ricardo

Brazil
Feb 2026

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Every detail of Manueline architecture impresses with its symbolic richness and the technical skill of the stone carvings. Walking through the cloisters is like walking through a living chapter of Portuguese history—a space that conveys faith, maritime power, and national identity.

Combo: Jerónimos Monastery + National Museum of Contemporary Art + National Museum of Ancient Art Entry Tickets

Barbara Leveaux

Barbara

Jan 2026

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The monastery and its gardens are magnificent, not to mention the church. A must-see when visiting Lisbon. It is located near the Belem Tower.

Combo: Jerónimos Monastery + National Museum of Contemporary Art + National Museum of Ancient Art Entry Tickets

Mark Kevin Smith
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Mark

Australia
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).

National Museum of Ancient Art Entry Tickets with Optional Lisbon Card

Olivera Djordjevic
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Olivera

Serbia
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.

National Museum of Ancient Art Entry Tickets with Optional Lisbon Card

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