Museu Calouste Gulbenkian (Founder's Collection)

What's On

Permanent Collections

Mesopotamia, Greece and Rome

A newly restored Assyrian relief from Ashurnasirpal's palace, now given a central place, beside one of the most significant Greek coin collections ever assembled by one person.

Permanent collection€16

Europe, 19th–20th Centuries

Great English portraitists, Turner, Manet, Degas, Renoir and Monet, with sculpture by Carpeaux, Barye and Rodin.

Permanent collection€16

René Lalique

Jewellery and glass by Gulbenkian's friend René Lalique in the fully renovated Lalique Room, which now also shows paintings by Burne-Jones and Singer Sargent.

Permanent collection€16

Islamic World

Art from Iran, Türkiye, Syria, the Caucasus and India (12th–18th c.), including a gallery of mosque lamps overlooking the garden, acquired by Gulbenkian in 1898–1938.

Permanent collection€16

Ancient Egypt

The route opens with Egyptian works spanning the Old Kingdom to the Roman era, reflecting Calouste Gulbenkian's lifelong fascination with the civilisation.

Permanent collection€16

Nearby

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Centro de Arte Moderna Gulbenkian (CAM)

Art2 min walk

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Culturgest

Art15 min walk

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Fundação Arpad Szenes – Vieira da Silva

Art20 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Museu Calouste Gulbenkian (Founder's Collection) cost?

Standard adult admission to Museu Calouste Gulbenkian (Founder's Collection) is €16. Museum ticket includes the CAM Collection; All Inclusive (Museum and CAM) €18. Free on Sundays from 14:00 and for under-18s. 25% off for under-30s, 10% off for over-65s.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Museu Calouste Gulbenkian (Founder's Collection)?

Museu Calouste Gulbenkian (Founder's Collection) is open Wed–Mon 10:00–18:00, Saturday until 21:00; closed Tuesdays and on 1 January, Easter Sunday, 1 May, 24 and 25 December. Last entry 30 minutes before closing.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Museu Calouste Gulbenkian (Founder's Collection)?

Museu Calouste Gulbenkian (Founder's Collection) is located at Av. de Berna 45A, 1067-001 Lisbon, Portugal, in the Avenidas Novas area of Lisbon. The nearest stations are São Sebastião (Metro, Blue and Red lines) and Praça de Espanha (Metro, Blue line).

What can I see at Museu Calouste Gulbenkian (Founder's Collection)?

Egyptian treasures, Islamic art, Rembrandt, Monet and Lalique jewels in a newly restored 1969 museum beside a garden Current highlights include Mesopotamia, Greece and Rome, Europe, 19th–20th Centuries and René Lalique.

Do I need to book Museu Calouste Gulbenkian (Founder's Collection) 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 Museu Calouste Gulbenkian (Founder's Collection)?

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.