The Museu Nacional do Azulejo is a fascinating museum that showcases the history of ceramic tiles in Portugal. It is housed in a former convent and features a stunning church and numerous walls adorned with beautiful azulejos. I highly recommend purchasing tickets online to avoid waiting in line. The price of tickets is $8, but seniors and young individuals can get them for $4, which is definitely worth it. You can expect to spend around an hour and a half exploring the museum, although you may spend more time if you delve into the history of the tiles. The church and choir room alone are marvels worth seeing. I initially thought the museum might be boring, but I was pleasantly surprised by the variety of tiles on display, from new and modern designs to ancient ones. The building itself is interesting, and I took plenty of pictures. If I ever return to Lisbon, I would definitely visit again. The museum also has a charming cafe and a gift store. As a fan of tiles, I thoroughly enjoyed the museum's collection, which showcases the evolution of tiles throughout time. The location is beautiful, resembling a monastery. It's a pleasure to walk around and take pictures, and you won't feel overwhelmed with information. We purchased a combo ticket for this museum and the Pantheon, costing 7 euros per person. We bought it at the Pantheon and used it to skip the line at the museum. Additionally, the ticket is valid for one year, giving you plenty of time to visit. I highly recommend this museum. It is located in a former nunnery and left us awestruck with its chapel, reliquary, and phenomenal exhibits on Portuguese history. We even had the opportunity to make our own tiles, which was a great experience. Just make sure to allocate extra time because it is truly a visual feast. While I highly recommend visiting, it's important to lower your expectations. The museum mainly focuses on tiles with not much explanation of the process, history, or meaning. There are no interactive elements, just a vast collection of tiles. However, if that's what you're looking for, I suggest buying tickets online and noting that the museum is closed on Mondays. The Tile Museum in Lisbon offers a captivating journey through Portugal's tile-making history. The collection features intricate designs, vibrant colors, and a diverse range of styles that beautifully depict the country's cultural heritage. The museum's exhibits, displays, and interactive sections are well-curated, making it a must-visit for art enthusiasts and history lovers. Housed in a former convent, the building itself adds to the overall charm of the experience. Whether you're an art connoisseur or a curious traveler, the Tile Museum offers a delightful and insightful exploration of Portugal's artistic legacy. The museum boasts a great collection of traditional Portuguese tilework, housed in a former convent. The tickets are reasonably priced, and while it may be slightly out of the way, it is easily accessible by taxi. However, there could be more explanation about the artwork and the building's history. Nevertheless, it is definitely worth a visit. I recently visited the Tile Museum and found it to be a nice museum overall. However, I was disappointed by the lack of explanation for many of the tiles. The ground floor is the best part in terms of telling the story of tile progression in Portugal, but this narrative is not continued on the upper floors. Additionally, the upper floors can be quite stifling on hot summer days, as there are relatively small fans in each room. On a positive note, I was charged a student rate even though I didn't have my UK student card with me, which I appreciated. The museum is reasonably priced and definitely worth a visit if you're interested in tiles. If you enjoy this type of museum, it is well worth it. The museum is quite large, with different areas dedicated to different time periods, including modern ones. The space itself is beautiful and adds to the overall experience. I visited with separate entrance tickets and also had the option of a combined ticket with the Pantheon, which allowed me to skip the main queue. However, even with the regular entrance fee of €5, it is still a good value for money.
Address:
Rua Madre Deus 4, Lisboa
Phone:
+351 21 810 0340
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06.09.23
Otilia-Elena
Very interesting museum, it presents the history of the ceramic tiles in Portugal. It includes an amazing church and various walls full of azulejos. I recommend buying the tickets online in order to skip the line.
04.09.23
Sean
$8 for a ticket, $4 if a senior or young, but we'll worth it I'd say. About an hour and a half worth of viewing material and maybe more if you delve into the history of it. The church and choir room in itself is a marvel. Highly recommend m.. Read more »ust-see of Lisbon.
01.09.23
Brian
Well worth the visit! At first thought, it sounded boring. But when we went, it was great! They had tiles that were new and modern, and ancient. There were numerous different rooms. The building itself was interesting. I took a lot of pictures, and I.. Read more »'d go back if I return to Lisbon. Well done museum, with a cute cafe, and gift store.
20.08.23
Aleksandra
I am a big tiles fan. I love every tile in Lisbon and there they show the history of tiles and all kinds of variations through time. It’s located in a very beautiful place sort of a monastery I believe. It’s a pleasure to walk around and .. Read more »take pictures. You’re not overloaded with information. We used a combo ticket for this museum and the Pantheon: 7 euros together per person (we bought it at the Pantheon and then went to the museum and skipped the line with it) . And you have 1 year to visit them actually 😁 I would highly recommend it
12.08.23
Theresa
This is located in a former nunnery. I can only say they we were awestruck by the chapel, the reliquary and the phenomenal exhibits of the history of Portuguese time. We also had a chance to make our own times which was a great experience. Give yours.. Read more »elf extra time because it is truly a visual feast.
04.08.23
Daniil
I would highly recommend to visit, but lower your expectations, there are just tiles, not so many explanations of the process, or history of it, or the meaning of them, or the historical impact. No elements to interact with. Just many many tiles! Do .. Read more »you need something else? Recommend to buy tickets online, pay attention that museum does not work on Monday.
27.07.23
Timm
The Tile Museum in Lisbon is a captivating journey through Portugal's rich tile-making history. The collection showcases intricate designs, vibrant colors, and a diverse range of styles that beautifully depict the country's cultural heritag.. Read more »e. The museum's well-curated exhibits, informative displays, and interactive sections make it a must-visit for art enthusiasts and history lovers alike. The building itself, housed in a former convent, adds to the overall charm of the experience. Whether you're an art connoisseur or a curious traveler, the Tile Museum offers a delightful and insightful exploration of Portugal's artistic legacy.
15.07.23
Francisco
Great collection of tile work, with beautiful examples of traditional Portuguese tilework, housed in a former convent. On top of that, tickets are not expensive. Slightly out of the way, but easily accessible by taxi. On the things to improve, there .. Read more »could be more explanation about the art work as well as the building’s history. Clearly worth the visit.
09.07.23
Anoosha
I visited here a few days ago, its a nice museum but I found that a lot of the tiles were given little to no explanation which was disappointing. The ground floor is easily the best in terms of telling the story of the progression of tiles in Portuga.. Read more »l, it's a shame this is not continued in the upper floors. There are relatively small fans in each room so I found the upper floors pretty stifling on a hot summers day. I was charged a student rate despite not having my (UK) student card with me which I really appreciated! Reasonably priced, worth a visit :)
06.07.23
Alastair
Well worth it if it's your sort of thing. Quite expansive, with lots of areas, structured around different time periods, going up to the relatively modern. The space itself is beautiful. We had entrance separately with the Lisbon card, and the c.. Read more »ombined ticket with the Pantheon, which allowed us to skip the main queue (which wasn't particularly long) but it'd be good value for money even with the €5 entrance fee
25.06.23
Amy
This was a beautiful and large museum on breathtaking grounds. The chapel was a lovely surprise, full of detail and well maintained. The history of the tiles as well as the variety made each room unique.
04.06.23
Ming
Gorgeous!! Beautiful experience seeing the culture, the art, the history of Portugal. Very low price too, considering how much other tourist attractions usually cost. And if you like chapels, there's one inside too.
31.05.23
Sara
Absolutely wonderful place to visit and learn about Portugal! It's very insightful not just about the tile making process, but also showing how tiles were used in all sorts of art forms throughout the years. A must see if you're visiting Li.. Read more »sbon, even if for a moment! There's also a GORGEOUS chapel inside that you can sit in - highly recommend!
29.04.23
Justyna
Definitely worth a visit. A beautiful collection of tile work. The tickets are very cheap and they do a student discount too. The cafe and the outdoor seating area were perfect to grab lunch or a snack. I thought it would be smaller but the museum is.. Read more » huge so you will not get bored. Took us about 2hrs to get through everything including coffee and cake at the end.
12.12.22
Nick
This is included on the Lisboa card. It's a little out of the way but worth the trip on the bus.
I'm giving it five stars mainly because of the glorious church that you enter about half way through your visit. It wouldn't be out of pl.. Read more »ace in Versailles.
The rest of the museum is interesting and many of the tile displays are impressive (especially the panorama of Lisbon towards the end), but it doesn't quite live up to the church.
There is a small (somewhat disappointing) gift shop on site as well as toilets and a fairly reasonably priced cafe that has a pleasant garden area.
16.09.22
Oli
Actually super exciting, but unfortunately implemented a bit half-heartedly. Many tiles can be viewed, but a more modern or interactive exhibition would be nice. so everything looks a bit dusty - just like an old tile ;-). Still worth a visit (free o.. Read more »n Sundays)
08.09.22
Paula
Lovely museum however there wasn't much to see there. We paid 5 euro for an adult ticket and 2.5 for a student which was completely fine, however don't expect much. There are a few nice compositions to see, make sure to check out their cafe.. Read more » and get some coffee and cake (see pics) It's so lovely to sit there outside in the shade and appreciate the moment.
08.09.22
Kyle
The museum was super sweet once you get inside and there is more than just tiles. Some of the paintings and other stuff inside is incredible. The only down side is the location, kind of hard to get there and away from it. Was able to get student disc.. Read more »ount here and that definitely made it worth it.
22.08.22
Alexander
Great museum in an incredibly beautiful building! The chapel is closed during the day from 12pm to 3pm (as of 1 Sep 2022) and it is definitely worth it to schedule your visit around that time period so you can see it. Text in the exhibits were almost.. Read more » all available in English as well.
23.07.22
Samad
When in Lisbon, you should visit this place. The whole museum has been merged with a church I suppose. The ceiling works and paintings in the church are astonishing. The tile works, both ancient and the contemporary are definitely worth the visit. Th.. Read more »ere is a small gift shop and also a very cozy and beautiful Cafe there. There is a lift to the upper floors as well.
16.07.22
Ian
Tile art lovers will disagree here but museum as a whole is just not worth it.
Pros:
- The museum takes your through the history of tail painting from centuries ago to the modern era. Very interesting!
- A church with magnificent art inside the muse.. Read more »um is just astonishing.
Cons:
- The museum needs an upgrade. There's a lot of potential to be more interactive, educative or at least more exciting for young visitors.
- The overall maintenance is poor. The museum feels antique, boring and some parts smell weird.
- Information is just spread all over the place but has no purpose to teach you something.
26.06.22
Colleen
I enjoyed myself here, but definitely would have gotten more out of the museum with a guide. As it was, its a beautiful setting in a very nice compound of buildings, and as one other reviewer mentioned, a cafe with a pleasant courtyard attached. I ap.. Read more »preciated the juxtaposition of modern pieces with older more classical stuff.
24.06.22
Krystle
I have to say that the people working the cafe inside of this Museum are doing one incredible job. I have not seen them sit down and they are so polite and committed to customer service it makes you want to go back again and again they are simply a d.. Read more »elight! What's more, the man at the front desk helped me stay safe in the city of Lisbon as a Solo Traveler and for that I am thankful
16.06.22
Shraddha
the free audio guide app is a must-have for this museum. the tiles are cool, but the context from the guide is what really makes it such an interesting visit. we ended up staying for 3 hours because they did such a good job with it! recommend for a .. Read more »slower / rainy day in lisbon. the cafe has some beautiful garden patio seating and is very reasonably priced as well, and if you book in advance they do tile painting workshops!
11.06.22
Dolly
Must do in Lisbon. Beautiful art pieces and setting (an old convent), and the entry is affordable (Full price is 5€, I paid 2.5€ as I am a student). I think the one lacking point was that the information panels were often not translated int.. Read more »o English (especially for the temporary exhibit). But it is such a small point that I kept my rating to five stars.
20.04.22
Peter
Fantastic experience.
Forget the modern art!
The beauty and Portugal history is embodied in the amazing blue and white porcelain tile scenes.
A truly amazing experience and especially with the church, don't miss it at upper and lower level.
.. Read more »Humbling!
16.04.22
Joel
The church in this museum is outstanding! The detail, the intricacy, the carvings, the paintings, the atmosphere. Feels very sacred and revered. Make sure you go to the church around 5.30pm when there is barely anyone in there and you can get amazing.. Read more » photos.
06.04.22
Giovanna
Way above my expectations! It's beautiful and bears so much history. On top of that, it has such a nice staff. It's important to note that they close for lunch and if you want to really enjoy the visit, you'll spend some hours. So eith.. Read more »er bring some snacks or prepare to eat at the supermarket (Lidl) or wait on the line for the restaurant inside.
There are almost no other restaurants close by.
27.03.22
Sophia
Definitely one of the best things to see in Lisbon, it is a very unique museum! I loved not only the old tiles, but also the modern interpretation of this art and the place itself with the church inside is magnificent! If you only have time for two m.. Read more »useums in Lisbon, let this be one of them.
12.02.22
Efstathios
Well it is a museum. For tiles. It was definitely not for me and i had the least fun ever! If you are not in for that kind of history you do not have to visit.
The best part of the museum is the garden and the cafe. Refreshing beer, delicious sandwic.. Read more »hes.
Note: the woman in the reception was aware of us waiting, but she kept talking on the phone.
04.02.22
Kevin
Museum all about the traditional tiles used on buildings in Portugal. In principle a very interesting concept and often quite beautiful. In practice the museum is a bit overwhelming, with too much to see: it feels like too many tiles are shown while .. Read more »a majority are very similar. Also not a fan of the integration of the church into the museum, felt very out of place with all the golden fixtures. Still worth a visit since it changes your view of the buildings in the city, but as a museum it falls short.
14.01.22
Karen
The museum was nice, but fairly small. I was expecting bigger or more intricate designs but it was mainly very similar religious imagery throughout. It was also quite a bit out of the way. Nothing else to see in the area. The cafe was very cute thoug.. Read more »h. There was also a cool courtyard in the middle.
20.12.21
Abbey
Amazing museum! Would highly recommend if you're in Lisbon and interested in design and the history of the tiles.
Would say the collection is the best ceramic art collection I've seen, even compared to the likes of the V&A in London.
De.. Read more »finitely worth a visit, very inspiring!
21.11.21
Elizabeth
A gorgeous museum that walks you through the history of tile use in Portugal in chronological order. I highly recommend the free app for an audio tour. The building has its own historical value. The cafe/garden are lovely as well.
14.11.21
Ingrida
Loved this museum. There is a lovely cafe with an outdoor terrace on the ground floor, too.
Beware that the museum closes from 13:00 to 14:00 and people must leave the exhibition halls. I suppose visitors can have a lunch and finish their visit after.. Read more » 14:00 o'clock. Since I was about to leave when the staff informed me about them closing, I left just before 13:00.
30.10.21
Sarah
Incredible museum! You will discover the history of azulejos in the different rooms of the monastery. The chapel is magnificent, I also liked the little cloister with Moorish influences. A must do when you visit Lisbon!
25.10.21
Josina
Nice museum, but smaller and not as special as expected. The church inside the building is impressive. However, I didn't like that I had to wait ca. 40 min in the queue. Also the museum itself was quite crowded. They have an audio guide but you .. Read more »have to download it to your phone, but as they didn't have wifi, I couldn't use it, what a pity. There isn't much information in English in the exhibitions and I missed some explanations on how the tiles are produced, for example. The staff was a bit unfriendly. But there is a nice museum shop where I bought some Christmas gifts.
22.08.21
David
Very good collection, well presented. Download the app which has an excellent English language guide. Makes a world of difference. Quite an amazing old church, richly decorated that forms part of the museum collection too. Worth a visit especially .. Read more »given how important tiles are in Portugal
06.08.21
Dany
Very historcal and very historically interesting. ? And actually very, very beautiful!
If you take yourself an actual guide you can spent a day inside and still learn only half of this rich Portuguese tradition.
There's a place to make a pause .. Read more »and enjoy a open air terrace of a restaurant inside the museum. And then keep on exploring history.
For the ones that love history and art it's the perfect combination! ???
08.07.21
Aline
The MNAz is sensational! It presents the history of the tiles in Portugal, and also brings a great collection of modern and contemporary art made in tiles. The exhibitions and installations have a pleasant flow. There is a beautiful garden cafe insid.. Read more »e. The church is definitely amazing. It is a place to spend the whole afternoon. Congratulations to the museum curator! A must-see in Lisbon!
24.06.21
Nadja
Loved it! The building itself is super beautiful. Together with the tiles it's a perfect symbiosis. Also the patio with the cafe inside was a nice surprise.
09.06.21
Doina
I like this museum. On top of those wonderful tiles, there is that amazing church full of pictures and sculptures. This museum worth the time and money :). I would go again.
12.05.21
Tl
The museum and cafe are great places to go. I happened to be there when the museum was closed for lunch but was able to go into the cafe for a wonderful salad and quiche. At 2pm the museum opened and I proceeded to the exhibition halls. Alot of histo.. Read more »rical examples through the 400 year history, but was totally blown away by the two chapels. It was truly breath taking. Words can not adequately describe the beauty, reverence, and skill that went into these structures, aside from the obvious religious references, the workmanship and complexity of these examples humbled me but also recharged my artistic battery.
07.05.21
Matthew
I love museums like this! It's a manageable size and tells a good story. Great to see the history is such a beautiful spot.
01.05.21
Ozinko
Not too big, and nice o see but wish it had more descriptions and stories behind the exibits (in English).
29.03.21
Yngvild
One of the most interesting museums in Lisbon. The exhibitions are organized chronologically, so you can observe the changing style of decorating the tiles. Additionally, at the very top you can see the "Great Panorama of Lisbon". Of course.. Read more », made of tiles. It makes quite an impression.
03.03.21
Jadiel
If you are in Lisbon, you must visit this museum. It has beautiful architecture and a wonderful collection of tiles, which are part of the history of Portugal.
It’s located in an old monastery and if you live or are resident in Portugal you can.. Read more » visit the museum for free on Sundays.
21.12.20
E.
The worst management! The museum is good but I cannot tell as I cannot visit the museum second time. Their website says it is open. However when you come here it is closed! No information on the door no sorry and no information on the website. Carele.. Read more »ss! I understand it is covid-19 to blame but it is complete laziness not to update information. And then you want subsidies from government for your lazy work!!!
06.12.20
catarina
I was really surprised with this museum. It is located in a former monastery with a beautiful architecture and a wonderful tile collection! Full explanations of the history of tile work in Portugal both in Portuguese and English. Definetly worth a vi.. Read more »sit!
03.11.20
Dexter
Such a beautiful experience! We purchased the duo ticket for Pantheon and Azulejos musuem with only €7. This museum displays a huge collection of Azulejos with detailed timeline and secretly has a magnificent church inside. Another must-visit pl.. Read more »ace in Lisbon!
30.10.20
Claudio
Must visit! Incredible samples of tile art from Portugal and Spain. Do not miss the Church and it’s panels.
20.09.20
Gonçalo
Such an amazing Museum. I've lived in Lisbon in all my life and I didn't know what I was missing.
It covers everything about Portuguese culture in ceramic and porcelain. Amazing art works from legendary artists, search and reconstruction jo.. Read more »bs on these are pff the chart.
I totally recommend everyone to come and visit, besides the original building itself is worth a visit.
08.09.20
Daniel
It is good to visit the Museum if you are interested in Wall tiles from begin and today.Amazing work and Art.
24.08.20
Finn
Defenitely worth the visit - if your interested interested in the history ceramics and tiles in Portugal and in general.
In the museum you also can eat in a shady patio with lots of plants and some birds - priceworthy.
Recommended!
23.08.20
Adam
Gorgeous museum spoilt by very rude lady with curly hair. Decided at 12:30 not to work and go on early lunch.
15.08.20
Ana
Super fun museum. A lot of beautiful tiles and the history behind it. The building is ancient, historical and lovely. The safety measures for covid19 were great and it's free for Portuguese every Sunday and public holiday until 2pm.
09.08.20
zosia
Worth a visit. Lovely peaceful outdoor cafeteria.
05.08.20
Julien
Very nice museum, beautiful location and a perfect way to lose yourself in the Azulejo art. Place could be even more educating if all descriptions were translated in different languages.
4.4 / 48
