MNAC – Museu Nacional de Arte Contemporânea do Chiado

What's On

Permanent Collections

Impressões Digitais. MNAC Collection

Long-term display of the national collection: 170 years of Portuguese art from 1850 to today, from national treasures to recent acquisitions, across painting, sculpture, photography and video.

Permanent collection€10

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Visitor Information

How much does MNAC – Museu Nacional de Arte Contemporânea do Chiado cost?

Standard adult admission to MNAC – Museu Nacional de Arte Contemporânea do Chiado is €10. 50% off for visitors 65+, ages 13-24 and families; free for under-12s, Portuguese residents (52 days/year) and other eligible groups.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of MNAC – Museu Nacional de Arte Contemporânea do Chiado?

MNAC – Museu Nacional de Arte Contemporânea do Chiado is open Tuesday–Sunday 10:00–18:00 (last entry 17:30); closed Mondays and on 1 January, Easter Sunday, 1 May, 13 June, 24, 25 and 31 December. Some areas are temporarily closed for renovation works.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is MNAC – Museu Nacional de Arte Contemporânea do Chiado?

MNAC – Museu Nacional de Arte Contemporânea do Chiado is located at Rua Serpa Pinto 4 / Rua Capelo 13, 1200-444 Lisboa, Portugal, in the Chiado area of Lisbon. The nearest stations are Baixa-Chiado (Metro) and Cais do Sodré (Metro & rail).

What can I see at MNAC – Museu Nacional de Arte Contemporânea do Chiado?

Portugal's national museum of modern and contemporary art, tracing 170 years of Portuguese art inside a former Chiado convent. Current highlights include Impressões Digitais. MNAC Collection.

Do I need to book MNAC – Museu Nacional de Arte Contemporânea do Chiado 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 MNAC – Museu Nacional de Arte Contemporânea do Chiado?

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.