The 15 Best Museum Visits in Lisbon

1.Luz Stadium Tour & SL Benfica Museum Ticket w/Scarf

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,264 reviews · from $24Our pick

At Lisbon’s Estádio da Luz, visit the pitch, players’ tunnel, visitors’ locker room and press room, then explore the SL Benfica Cosme Damião Museum. Staff are stationed at key stops to answer questions, and English and Portuguese are offered. The ticket includes a Benfica scarf; the home changing room is not part of the visit.

“Everything was amazing!!! The guide ( Anastasia) was fantastic and all tour around and throw stadium will be Memory for all my life 👌🫡”

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2.National Tile Museum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 868 reviews · from $11Best value

This one-day entry ticket gives you access to Lisbon’s National Tile Museum, where Portuguese azulejos trace a path from the 15th century to today. Follow the chronological displays, then see the former convent’s decorated church, cloister and chapels. Allow about 90 minutes to two hours. The ticket is not skip-the-line.

“This museum is a must visit while you are in Lisbon impressive all the tile work they have! Highly recommended!”

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3.Banksy Museum Permanent Exhibition Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 506 reviews · 1 day · from $15

At Museu Banksy in Lisbon, explore more than 100 full-size reproductions spanning Banksy’s early work to recent pieces. You’ll see murals, canvases, graffiti, projections, video installations and a Walled Off Hotel reproduction. The exhibition is not officially sponsored by Banksy. Entry is about $15, and Portuguese, English and Spanish are available.

“This was an awesome experience. A great opportunity to see some Banksy works that I hadn't seen before. Definitely a great little museum to visit and add to itnerary. Takes just an hour or two to make your way through, so is a nice addition to a day that has other activities as well.”

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4.Belem, Jeronimos Monastery, and Coach Museum Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 478 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $94

In 3.5 hours, visit Jerónimos Monastery and the National Coach Museum with a local guide, then ride by cab to Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. Tickets, a Pastel de Belém, and coffee, tea, or beer are included. Mario is a frequent guide, though your guide may vary.

“Our tour guide was INCREDIBLY knowledgeable and made everything seamless. He also seemed to care deeply about the rich history of Portugal and was super funny. Definitely recommend going on this tour, worth every penny!”

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5.MAAT Gallery and MAAT Central Entry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 422 reviews · from $12

Spend a day at Lisbon’s MAAT Gallery and MAAT Central in Belém. One ticket covers changing contemporary art exhibitions, the former coal-fired power station’s electricity displays, and the garden beside the Tagus. Free guided tours are available on site, but no guide is named or required.

“Great place, you feel in touch with the exhibitions.”

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6.3D Fun Art Museum Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 401 reviews · 1 day · from $15

At Lisbon’s 3D Fun Art Museum, you move through 40 colorful scenes and optical illusions, posing as Van Gogh’s doctor, taking a safari, or sharing a wine glass with God in a playful take on Michelangelo’s Creation of Adam. The ticket is self-guided, so bring a camera and set your own pace.

“Adorei a sala de confetis, as ilusões são incríveis.”

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7.Lisbon SL Benfica Stadium & Museum Tour with Scarf

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 327 reviews · 1 hour to 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $32

At Lisbon’s Estádio da Luz, choose stadium entry, museum entry, or a combo ticket. A stadium visit takes you through player and press areas, executive seats, and an immersive experience; the museum has 29 themed areas and more than 20,000 artifacts. The route is largely self-paced, with staff available for questions. A Benfica scarf is included.

“Exactly what you would want. Not rushed. Ample time spent for reverence for the past. Have Uber app or taxi number handy for your transportation needs after the tour.”

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8.Customized Luz Stadium and Guided Museum Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 147 reviews · 2 hours · from $29

At Benfica’s Luz Stadium, a private English- or Portuguese-speaking guide leads you through a museum tailored to your club and hometown, then around the stadium. Expect trophies, club stories, changing rooms, pitch-side views, and the chance to pose with Benfica’s eagles. Museum guides such as Rita, Edgar, and Diogo have led memorable tours.

“Diogo was awesome. Great museum tour and stadium walk through was super cool.”

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9.Royal Treasure Museum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 123 reviews · 1 day · from $12

Visit the Royal Treasure Museum inside Ajuda National Palace with a one-day entry ticket. Across three floors, 11 sections display crown jewels, gold and diamonds from Brazil, diplomatic gifts, royal silver and Germain tableware. There is also a café, lounge and themed shop. No guide is specified, so plan to explore the exhibits at your own pace.

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10.National Tile Museum E-Ticket & Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 121 reviews · from $16

Visit Lisbon’s National Tile Museum at your own pace with an e-ticket and an English audio guide on your phone. See Mudéjar patterns, the Mickey Mouse panel and Dona Leonor Chapel while hearing stories about Portugal’s tile industry. No live guide is included, so bring a compatible smartphone and headphones.

“Excellent. You do not need to get the audio guide. It is interesting but nothing to do or follow along with your. Get the free download when you arrive.”

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11.Living Van Gogh Exhibition Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 23 reviews · from $14

Spend about 90 minutes with Living van Gogh, a multimedia show directed by Nuno Maya and Massimiliano Siccardi and produced by OCUBO. Expect video mapping, interactive paintings, virtual reality, short films and 360-degree projections, with curiosities about Van Gogh’s life woven into the experience. This is an exhibition, not a museum visit.

“wunderschön, vielen Dank für diese außergewöhnliche Show 😊”

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12.Benfica Stadium and Museum Tour with Meal and Scarf

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · from $57

Spend about three hours at Benfica’s Cosme Damião Museum and Estádio da Luz, with Portuguese- or English-speaking guides on the stadium route. See the club’s trophies, themed exhibits, press room, tunnel and pitch, then choose a meal at Red Snack. A Glorioso scarf is included.

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13.Benfica Stadium and Museum Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10 reviews · 4 hours · from $186

Ride from your Lisbon address to Benfica’s Luz Stadium with a driver-guide, then visit the locker rooms, press room, pitch and Cosme Damião Museum. Tours run at 09:00 or 14:30 in English, Spanish, French or Portuguese. An advertised tile-factory visit needs clarification, as the detailed schedule focuses on the stadium.

“I would recommend this to all Benfiquistas. Absolutely wonderful experience.”

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14.SL Benfica & Celtic FC Exclusive Museum&Stadium Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $28Top rated

This two-hour private tour pairs an exclusive guided visit to Benfica’s Cosme Damião Museum with a guided walk through Estádio da Luz. You’ll see objects and trophies linked to Celtic’s 1967 Lisbon Lions, then visit the pitch, changing rooms, and press room. Tours run in Portuguese or English, subject to stadium access.

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15.Benfica Stadium and Museum Tour with Lunch Voucher

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 3 reviews · from $97

Start at Gate 17 beside Eusébio’s statue for a guided visit to Estádio da Luz and the Benfica Museum. See the visitors’ dressing room, press room, pitch and more, then use a €25 voucher at Luz by Chakall. Tours are offered in Portuguese and English, and last about 3.5 hours.

“The worst of my life! And please do not buy through this application You can buy directly on the official website it is much much cheaper Especially if you have a problem the get a guide number never answers I lost 250 euros with their incompetence”

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