MAC/CCB – Museum of Contemporary Art and Architecture Centre

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Mostra Espanha 2026: Guest Works by Maruja Mallo

Two paintings by Spanish avant-garde artist Maruja Mallo, Basuras (1930) and Naturaleza viva (1943), span pre-war Madrid's outskirts and her exile on the Chilean coast.

Now showing15 Sept – 29 Nov€15

Ângela Ferreira: Here I Stand

Survey of Ângela Ferreira from 1990s pieces to new work, tracing her long research into the facts, figures and architectures linked to colonialism.

Now showing24 Oct – 28 Feb 2027€15

Paradise, Today.

Portugal's official show from the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale: an interactive digital installation and atlas of images on how the Portuguese landscape is inhabited and imagined.

Now showing5 Nov – 3 Jan 2027€15

Francisca Carvalho: Kouroi al cora

Solo show of Francisca Carvalho's vertiginous narratives, built from a blend of many sources into a rich, distinctive visual vocabulary.

Upcoming3 Dec – 23 May 2027€15

Neïl Beloufa

French-Algerian artist Neïl Beloufa builds a route where visitors interact with objects and play through chapters of a live computer game.

Upcoming3 Dec – 23 May 2027€15

Marisol: When Things Are Just Beginning

The first retrospective of Marisol Escobar's drawings, bringing together over one hundred works made from the 1950s until her death.

Upcoming17 Dec – 12 Apr 2027€15

Permanent Collections

May I Help You? Arts and Artists from the 1970s Onwards

Collection display spanning five decades of art from the 1970s to today, with works by ninety artists including Doris Salcedo, Alberto Carneiro, Carla Filipe and Ad Minoliti.

Permanent collection€15

An Atlantic Drift: The Arts of the 20th Century Based on the Berardo Collection

Collection display tracing art from 1909 to 1977 across Europe and the Americas, mainly from the Berardo Collection, with works from the Ellipse, Teixeira de Freitas and State collections.

Permanent collection€15

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Museu Nacional de Arqueologia

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Museu de Marinha

Military2 min walk

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Museu Nacional dos Coches

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MAAT – Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology

Architecture13 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does MAC/CCB – Museum of Contemporary Art and Architecture Centre cost?

Standard adult admission to MAC/CCB – Museum of Contemporary Art and Architecture Centre is €15. Free for under-6s, and for residents of Portugal on Sundays until 2pm; 20% off for ages 7-18, students, over-65s and Lisboa Card holders; 50% off for residents of Portugal (in person at the ticket office).. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of MAC/CCB – Museum of Contemporary Art and Architecture Centre?

MAC/CCB – Museum of Contemporary Art and Architecture Centre is open Tuesday to Sunday 10:00–18:30 (last entry 18:00); closed Mondays.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is MAC/CCB – Museum of Contemporary Art and Architecture Centre?

MAC/CCB – Museum of Contemporary Art and Architecture Centre is located at Centro Cultural de Belém, Praça do Império, 1449-003 Lisboa, Portugal, in the Belém area of Lisbon. The nearest stations are Centro Cultural de Belém (Tram 15E) and Belém (CP Cascais Line).

What can I see at MAC/CCB – Museum of Contemporary Art and Architecture Centre?

Belém's big modern art museum: Picasso-to-Warhol Berardo Collection plus bold contemporary and architecture shows Current highlights include Paradise, Today., Francisca Carvalho: Kouroi al cora and Neïl Beloufa.

Do I need to book MAC/CCB – Museum of Contemporary Art and Architecture Centre 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 MAC/CCB – Museum of Contemporary Art and Architecture Centre?

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.