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Art Lover's Guide für Lissabon

From MAAT to the National Museum of Ancient Art, these are the top spots.

Outside one of Lisbon's major museums
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With its colorful architecture and traditional azulejo tiles, it comes as no surprise that Lisbon is a haven for art lovers. From collections spanning modern technology to street art and ancient artifacts, here are a few of our top picks for art lovers in the Portuguese capital.

Museum of Art, Architecture, and Technology (MAAT)

Visitors inside the Museum of Art, Architecture, and Technology (MAAT).
The MAAT covers everything from Portuguese culture to technology.Bildquelle: StockPhotosArt / Shutterstock

As well as boasting maritime-themed architecture and an observation deck that overlooks the Tagus River, MAAT covers everything from Portuguese culture to technology. Highlights include the undulating design of the museum’s exterior and temporary exhibits from global contemporary artists.

National Museum of Ancient Art (Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga)

Exhibits inside the National Museum of Ancient Art (Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga).
This museums houses more than 40,000 paintings, sculptures, manuscripts, and more.Bildquelle: Zabotnova Inna / Shutterstock

If your artistic tastes lean toward the classic rather than the contemporary, the National Museum of Ancient Art should be at the top of your Lisbon itinerary. The museum houses more than 40,000 items—paintings, sculptures, and illuminated manuscripts—in the yellow-walled Alvor Palace (Palácio Alvor), which is an attraction in itself.

National Museum of Contemporary Art (Museu do Chiado)

Shadows falling on the grand National Museum of Contemporary Art (Museu do Chiado).
Modern art lovers should make their way to the National Museum of Contemporary Art (Museu do Chiado).Bildquelle: National Museum of Contemporary Art (Museu do Chiado) / Shutterstock

Nestled among the shops and restaurants of Lisbon’s Chiado district, the National Museum of Contemporary Art houses one of the largest collections of modern art in Portugal. As well as boasting cutting-edge contemporary pieces, the museum is housed in the historic São Francisco da Cidade monastery.

Street Art in Lisbon

Street Art in Lisbon as seen across a corner building.
Street art plays a significant part in the creative culture of Portugal’s capital.Bildquelle: Travel Faery / Shutterstock

Though harder to find in Lisbon than other cities, street art plays a significant part in the creative culture of Portugal’s capital. Areas such as the Tobacco Garden (Jardim do Tabaco) in Alfama and Rua da Madalena in Graça are home to some of the city’s best muralstake a street-art tour to discover Lisbon’s urban offerings.

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