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
Museums
Google Verified Seller

Duration: Flexible (up to 24 hours)

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Extended Validity

Visit anytime until 6 Nov, 2026 without worrying about committing to a date today

Guided tour

Expert local tour guide

Get your booking confirmed instantly

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.

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.

Entry to National Museum of Ancient Art

Admission to the permanent collection

Lisbon Card: 24/48/72-hour card Free color handy guide and app Interactive map Click here for the list of attractions and public transport.

24/48/72-hour card

Free color handy guide and app

Interactive map

Click here for the list of attractions and public transport.

Temporary exhibitions (available at an extra cost)

Live guide

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

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

National Museum of Ancient Art

The National Museum of Ancient Art displays a diverse collection of artworks and cultural artifacts, showcasing around 40,000 items. It is a must-see for anybody interested in Portuguese art from the Middle Ages to the beginning of the 19th century, making it one of the country's best museums.

Find works by Portuguese masters like Nuno Gonçalves and Vasco Fernandes, as well as Flemish paintings by Hieronymus Bosch and Peter Paul Rubens. Watch out for prints and drawings from the likes of Albrecht Dürer and Rembrandt. Decorative arts including pottery, textiles, and metalwork are also on display. Make sure not to miss the 15th-century St. Vincent Panels and the extraordinary solid gold Cross of Dom Sancho I during your visit.

Lisbon Card

Get an all-round experience of Lisbon and save money on admission fees to museums, tours, and even the city's public transportation system. Get the ability to bypass ticket lines at many of the participating attractions.

Your Lisbon card offers free admission to more than 30 museums and attractions, including the National Museum of Ancient Art. You can also save money at other attractions, restaurants, and stores. Use the city's buses, trams, and subways as much as you want. Choose between 24, 48, or 72-hour validity!

Click here for the list of attractions and public transport.

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

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.

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.

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

Accessibility

National Museum of Ancient Art

  • This experience is wheelchair accessible, and a cloakroom is available.

  • Handbags are allowed into the MNAA after being checked by security.

Additional information

National Museum of Ancient Art

  • To get your ticket scanned, please go to the museum's entrance on Rua das Janelas Verdes.

Lisbon Card

  • Click here to know how to use this 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.

  • There is no physical guide available for the handy guide and app; kindly perform the download through the provided QR Code.

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 in a gallery at the National Museum of Ancient Art.

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

Customer Reviews

Discover what our customers are saying about their experiences

4.3

Loading reviews...

5
-
4
-
3
-
2
-
1
-

By proceeding with any booking via Staybook, you acknowledge and agree to adhere to all the .

FAQs

Absolutely! The card gives you access to metros and buses in addition to entry discounts for various attractions.
Temporary exhibitions are not covered by this ticket; they require an additional fee.
Handbags are allowed but must be checked by security before entering the MNAA.
Please proceed to the museum's entrance on Rua das Janelas Verdes for your ticket scanning.
Yes, you can also visit the National Museum of Coaches and the National Museum of Costume and Fashion at Ribeira Palace.
You'll find a diverse collection featuring paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to the early 19th century.
Yes, the National Museum of Ancient Art is accessible for wheelchairs, with cloakroom facilities provided as well.
You can choose from a 24-hour, 48-hour, or 72-hour validity period for your Lisbon Card.
The card offers access to public transport like metros and buses, along with discounts at various cafes and restaurants.
The card includes an interactive map and a free color handy guide available as an app.

You might also like ...

Explore more experiences in Lisbon.

From
3,401per person
1

Were Online

How may

Why travellers trust Staybook

We've served 50 million+ guests and are here to serve you better

Premium support, curated experiences, and trusted reviews so every trip feels effortless.

Guests hosted
50 million+

Happy travellers across 12,000+ carefully curated experiences worldwide.

In the media
Featured brands

Recognised and recommended by leading travel and lifestyle publishers.

Support
24×7 help center

Live chat with local experts before, during, and after your experience.