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.

National Museum of Ancient Art Entry Tickets with Optional Lisbon Card, Lisbon

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Explore Lisbon's rich artistic heritage with National Museum of Ancient Art Entry Tickets, complemented by an optional Lisbon Card for added convenience. This museum offers a fascinating collection of around 40,000 artworks and cultural artifacts from the Middle Ages to the early 19th century. Visitors can admire masterpieces by Portuguese artists like Nuno Gonçalves and Vasco Fernandes alongside Flemish paintings by Hieronymus Bosch and Peter Paul Rubens.

Located in Lisbon's Belém district, this UNESCO World Heritage Site now serves as a museum showcasing paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to the early 19th century.

Explore Hieronymus Bosch’s moral reflections such as The Temptations of St. Anthony and Domingos Sequeira’s Adoration of the Magi among other works!

With your Lisbon Card—available for durations of 24, 48, or 72 hours—you can visit iconic landmarks like Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, and National Museum of Ancient Art.

Gain access to public transport including metros and buses with discounts at various cafes and restaurants using the included card.

Notably, alongside the National Museum of Ancient Art in Ribeira Palace are also housed the National Museum of Coaches and the National Museum of Costume and Fashion.

Admission to National Museum of Ancient Art

Access to the permanent collection showcasing ancient art pieces

Use of Lisbon Card:

24/48/72-hour card providing access to various city attractions

Free color handy guide and app for navigation assistance

Interactive map detailing nearby points of interest

Click [here](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0397/6318/1732/files/Guia_LxCard_Ing_Esp_29_Jun_2022.pdf?v=1656611055) for the list of attractions and public transport.

Temporary displays with additional fees

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National Museum of Ancient Art gallery with religious paintings and a sculpture.

Your Experience at National Museum of Ancient Art

The National Museum of Ancient Art, located in Portugal's capital Lisbon, offers a remarkable collection featuring approximately 40,000 items. This museum is essential for those interested in Portuguese art from the Middle Ages to the early 19th century and stands as one of the country’s premier museums.

Visitors can admire works by renowned Portuguese artists such as Nuno Gonçalves and Vasco Fernandes alongside Flemish masterpieces by Hieronymus Bosch and Peter Paul Rubens. Additionally, collections include prints and drawings from iconic artists like Albrecht Dürer and Rembrandt. The museum also houses decorative arts including pottery, textiles, and metalwork. Highlights of the visit should certainly be the 15th-century St. Vincent Panels and the exquisite solid gold Cross of Dom Sancho I.

Explore with Lisbon Card

The Lisbon Card enhances your experience in Lisbon by offering savings on admission fees to museums, tours, and public transportation within the city. It provides access to skip ticket lines at numerous participating attractions for a more smooth visit.

This card grants free entry to over 30 museums and attractions, including the National Museum of Ancient Art. Additionally, it offers discounts at various other sites, restaurants, and stores throughout Lisbon. Unlimited use of buses, trams, and subways is included with options for 24, 48, or 72-hour validity.

For more details on participating attractions and public transport benefits, click here.

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Visitors at the entrance of the National Museum of Ancient Art, Lisbon.

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Interior view of National Museum of Ancient Art with sculptures and framed painting.

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

Accessibility at National Museum of Ancient Art

The museum welcomes visitors in wheelchairs, with a cloakroom available for convenience. After security checks your handbag, it is permitted inside the MNAA.

Additional Information on Visiting

Upon arrival at Rua das Janelas Verdes entrance, ensure you have your ticket ready to scan.

Lisbon Card Details:

For guidance on using this card, click here. Each attraction can be visited just once with the card. Depending on your chosen ticket option, it remains valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours after redemption. Note that fast-track entry is not available at every site, and all cards must be exchanged at a single point of redemption. The handy guide and app do not have physical versions; download them via the QR Code provided instead.
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Paintings displayed in a gallery at the National Museum of Ancient Art.

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Paintings displayed in a gallery at the National Museum of Ancient Art.

Book at least a day in advance during peak season to secure entry and avoid sold-out sessions.

To save time upon arrival, activate your Lisbon Card on your phone before visiting the museum's entrance on Rua das Janelas Verdes for quick ticket scanning.

If you plan multiple visits, start with landmarks furthest from each other to make efficient use of public transport included in the Lisbon Card.

Take advantage of wheelchair accessibility and cloakroom services provided at the National Museum of Ancient Art for a comfortable visit.

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