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Turn Around. A Look at the EDP Foundation Art Collection

Around 90 works by 58 leading Portuguese contemporary artists, from Helena Almeida to Julião Sarmento, drawn from a collection of some 2,500 works from the 1960s to today.

Now showing11 Feb – 15 Feb 2027€16

Pedro Cabrita Reis – “without sorrow of heart”

Nearly 200 unseen paintings, drawings and sculptures made for MAAT's Oval Gallery, in which one of Portugal's best-known artists takes on the masters of post-Renaissance art.

Now showing16 Sept – 15 Feb 2027€16

Exhibiting, Publishing: MAAT in Print (2016–2026)

More than 300 books and catalogues look back on ten years of MAAT's publishing and exhibition programme.

Now showing2 Oct – 15 Feb 2027€16

João Pimenta Gomes – New Age

A sound installation of around ten resonant, leaf-like metal objects, made for MAAT's Project Room by the Lisbon musician and visual artist.

Now showing2 Oct – 22 Feb 2027€16

VENUS – Valentino Garavani through the eyes of Joana Vasconcelos

Joana Vasconcelos sets her monumental textile sculptures, including Valkyrie Venus and Marilyn, in dialogue with over 30 Valentino haute couture and ready-to-wear creations.

Now showing2 Oct – 22 Feb 2027€16

Life is the Game – An immersive experience by Paulo Furtado

A mixed-reality headset journey through death and rebirth, directed and scored by Paulo Furtado (The Legendary Tigerman). Sessions last 15 to 18 minutes, for up to 6 people, pre-booked.

Now showing28 Oct – 15 Feb 2027

Energies of AI

Curated by Antonio Somaini: new works by Hito Steyerl, Kate Crawford & Vladan Joler, Trevor Paglen and others on the energy that powers AI and the energy AI releases.

Upcoming15 Sept 2027 – 10 Apr 2028€16

Permanent Collections

The Electricity Factory

Original machinery inside the 1908 Tejo Power Station, which once powered all of Lisbon, tells the story of electricity up to renewables. Includes The History of Energy.

Permanent collection€16

MAAT + ATLÉTICO

Off-site public art at Tapadinha Stadium in Alcântara: a Vhils relief, Joana Vasconcelos's Solitário#3 and tiles by Bela Silva. Free, Wed–Sun 12:00–19:00, not on match days.

Permanent collectionFree

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Visitor Information

How much does MAAT – Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology cost?

Standard adult admission to MAAT – Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology is €16. €16 for residents outside Portugal, €12 for residents in Portugal. Students with ID €12 (non-residents) or €9 (residents); seniors 65+ €10.20 (residents). Free for children under 12, MAAT Friends and one companion of a visitor with special needs. Residents in Portugal get in free on the first Sunday of each month, 10:00–13:00.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of MAAT – Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology?

MAAT – Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology is open Wednesday to Monday 10:00–19:00; closed Tuesdays. Closed 1 January, 1 May and 25 December; closes at 15:00 on 24 and 31 December.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is MAAT – Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology?

MAAT – Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology is located at Av. Brasília, Belém, 1300-598 Lisbon, Portugal, in the Belém area of Lisbon. The nearest stations are Belém (CP Cascais line train) and Altinho (MAAT) (tram 15E).

What can I see at MAAT – Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology?

A wave-shaped riverfront gallery and a 1908 red-brick power station, showing contemporary art, architecture and tech in Belém Current highlights include Life is the Game – An immersive experience by Paulo Furtado, Turn Around. A Look at the EDP Foundation Art Collection and Energies of AI.

Do I need to book MAAT – Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit MAAT – Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.