Top 5: Museums in Lisbon

Lisbon is home to many popular cultural attractions. On your next visit, be sure to stop at these museums to learn more about the city’s history and culture.

Berardo Collection Museum
This museum features a collection of modern and contemporary art. There are typically five exhibitions on view — two permanent and three temporary. Open daily, tickets cost about $6. Admission is free all day Saturday.

Carmo Archaeological Museum
Once a Roman Catholic convent and church, the stunning ruins of this Gothic building now serve as an archaeological museum. Displays include mummies, old books, ancient ceramics and other relics. Adult admission costs about $5. Hours vary by season. The museum is closed Sunday.

Museu do Fado
The museum celebrates Lisbon’s fado music tradition through exhibits and a schedule of live musical events. The museum is open Tuesday–Sunday. Admission costs about $6.

National Coach Museum
Located in the city’s Belém section, this museum boasts an impressive collection of historical carriages. The main museum building houses a majority of the displays, with other exhibitions in the nearby Royal Riding School, which used to be a part of the Royal Palace of Belém. Open Tuesday–Sunday, admission costs about $10.

National Tile Museum
This museum is dedicated to azulejo, a type of glazed, colored tile typical to Portuguese architecture. Special programming and events run frequently. Check the website before your visit. The museum is open Tuesday–Sunday. Admission costs about $6.